Golf Ontario Strategic Plan

Golf Ontario Unveils 2027–2031 Strategic Plan: Golf for All — The Next Chapter 

Golf Ontario has unveiled its 2027–2031 Strategic Plan, Golf for All — The Next Chapter, establishing a clear direction for the organization and its role in supporting the continued evolution of golf across the province. 

Grounded in Golf Ontario’s vision of Golf for All and its mission to Positively Shape Lives by Connecting People to Golf Experiences, the plan reflects both where the sport is heading and how Golf Ontario will continue to lead, serve and collaborate with golfers, facilities, volunteers, athletes, partners and communities.  

“Golf in Ontario is evolving—and so must we,” says Golf Ontario’s CEO Kyle McFarlane. “This plan provides a clear and balanced framework to grow our membership, expand opportunities and excellence across the sport, strengthen our financial foundation and build the organizational capacity required to lead with confidence. Most importantly, it reflects the perspectives of the people and organizations that make golf in Ontario possible.” 

The plan was developed through extensive engagement with golfers, volunteers, facility operators, industry partners, staff, and Golf Ontario’s Board of Directors, with guidance from the organization’s Strategic Planning Workgroup.  

At the centre of the plan are four strategic pillars and 12 supporting strategies: 

Membership — Membership Growth

Facility Membership, Golfer Membership and Regional Support will guide Golf Ontario’s work to grow and strengthen its membership base while delivering meaningful value, connection and support throughout the province. 

Sport — Expand Opportunities and Excellence

Participation, Junior Performance and Competitions will support welcoming entry points into golf, clearly defined athlete-development pathways and high-quality competitive experiences.  

Financial Sustainability — Grow Income to Fuel Impact

Financial Strength, Fund Development and Corporate Partnerships will help build a resilient financial foundation that supports long-term sustainability and continued reinvestment in the sport. 

Organizational Capacity — Operational Excellence

People, Governance and Systems will strengthen the organizational foundation needed to support the other pillars and position Golf Ontario for continued growth and innovation. 

The four pillars are supported by five strategic enablers that will help connect and accelerate work across the organization: Technology and Data; Equity, Diversity and Inclusion; Marketing and Communications; Strategic Relationships; and Golf Ontario’s Execute, Resource, Promote and Celebrate model.  

“This is more than a document—it is a blueprint for how Golf Ontario will make decisions, align resources and measure progress over the next five years,” says McFarlane. “We are excited to bring the plan to life alongside our members, facilities allies, volunteers, industry partners and golf communities across Ontario.” 

The Strategic Plan will be translated into annual operational priorities, supported by defined measures, regular reporting and ongoing stakeholder involvement. Golf Ontario will also remain agile and prepared to respond transparently as new opportunities, risks and external factors emerge.  

CLICK HERE to check out: Golf for All — The Next Chapter: Golf Ontario’s 2027–2031 Strategic Plan 

Golf for All Golf Ontario Junior Spring Classic

Ontario’s Top Juniors Set for Spring Classic Showdowns 

Ontario’s championship season gets underway this weekend as many of the province’s top junior golfers head to Kawartha Golf Club and Wooden Sticks Golf Club for the annual Junior Spring Classics. 

The Junior Girls Spring Classic is set for Kawartha Golf Club in Peterborough, while the Junior Boys event returns to Wooden Sticks Golf Club in Uxbridge.  

Featuring elite 60-player fields, the Junior Spring Classics serve as one of the first major competitive benchmarks of the season for many of Ontario’s rising players.

Junior Boys Spring Classic 

Wooden Sticks Golf Club | Uxbridge, ON 

The boys championship returns to Wooden Sticks Golf Club, one of Ontario’s most unique and recognizable courses. With its replica-inspired design and demanding setup, Wooden Sticks presents a unique challenge rarely experienced in junior competition. 

Tournament Director, John Lawrence, says the event remains one of the toughest junior championships to qualify for in Ontario. 

“The Junior Spring Classic is one of the hardest junior events to qualify for in Ontario, with more than 250 players attempting to earn one of 60 spots in the field,” said Lawrence. “Many current and former Team Ontario athletes — and several Ontario players now competing on the PGA Tour — have played in this championship. Competing at Wooden Sticks is a special opportunity for junior golfers.” 

Players to Watch 

  • Joseph Totino: Finished third at the Ontario Junior Players Invitational earlier this season 
  • Dimitri Protopapas: Team Ontario member 
  • Evan Hall: Team Ontario member 
  • Matthew Simpson: Team Ontario member 
  • Max Li: Team Ontario member 
  • Chase Jerome: Returning notable competitor 

Junior Girls Spring Classic 

Kawartha Golf Club | Peterborough, ON 

The girl’s championship heads to Kawartha Golf Club, a historic Stanley Thompson design ranked among Canada’s Top 100. The course will challenge players with elevation changes, tight tee shots, and small greens throughout the 54-hole championship.  

Tournament Director, Mason Cowan, believes Kawartha Golf Club will reward strong course management and smart decision making throughout the week. 

“The course will play long, with its elevation changes throughout the property, and I think to have success, players have to focus on their course management and iron play over all three championship rounds,” said Cowan. “The course requires players to carefully consider the best moments to attack the flag.” 

Players to Watch 

  • Kaprice Park: 2026 Ontario Junior Players Invitational Champion, 2026 Team Ontario member 
  • Riviera Lindholm: 2025 & 2026 Ontario Junior Girls Champion of Champions Winner, 2025 Ontario Super Camp Invitational Champion, 2025 Ontario U13 Girls’ Champion 
  • Alexis Card: 2025 Ontario U15 Girls’ Champion, 2025 Golf Canada NextGen Quebec Champion, 2026 Team Ontario member  
  • Amelia McFarlane: 2025 Ontario U17 Girls’ Champion, 2026 Team Ontario Member 

Early Season Statement Opportunity 

With strong fields, demanding venues, and valuable competitive experience on the line, the Junior Spring Classics once again provide an early glimpse at the future of high-performance golf in Ontario. 

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Claire Welsh Returns to Golf Ontario as Chief Sport Officer 

Golf Ontario is proud to announce the appointment of Claire Welsh as the association’s new Chief Sport Officer, marking a homecoming for one of Ontario golf’s most respected and accomplished leaders.

Welsh returns to Golf Ontario following an extensive international career in golf administration and event leadership, most recently serving as Tournament Director of the CPKC Women’s Open with Golf Canada. Prior to that role, she spent nearly a decade with The R&A in St Andrews, Scotland, working alongside some of the world’s most prestigious championships, including The Open and the AIG Women’s Open.

In her new role as Chief Sport Officer, Welsh will oversee Golf Ontario’s sport operations portfolio, including championships, junior performance programming, and the numerous participation initiatives for youth, women and other underserved communities.
“We are thrilled to welcome Claire back to Golf Ontario,” says Golf Ontario’s CEO Kyle McFarlane. “Claire understands our association, our culture, and the Ontario golf landscape incredibly well, but she brings invaluable global experience from working at the very highest levels of the game.”

“She has built outstanding relationships and has consistently demonstrated a passion for athlete and participant experience, operational excellence, and innovation. As we look ahead to Golf Ontario’s next strategic plan in 2027, Claire’s leadership and perspective will help shape the future of golf in Ontario.”

Her return to Golf Ontario represents both a full-circle moment personally and an exciting step forward for the organization as it prepares for its next chapter of growth and leadership in the sport. For Welsh, the opportunity to return to Golf Ontario was one she could not pass up.

“Returning to Golf Ontario in this role is incredibly meaningful to me, both professionally and personally,” says Welsh. “Throughout much of my career in sport, I’ve often found myself as one of only a few women in leadership spaces. To now join a leadership team at Golf Ontario that already includes such strong and accomplished female voices is something I’m truly proud of.”

“It speaks to the vision of the association and the culture that’s been established here. I’m excited to work alongside the amazing Golf Ontario team as we continue creating more opportunities in golf and shaping an inclusive future for the sport in Ontario.”

Before joining The R&A, Welsh spent six years with Golf Ontario as Marketing and Communications Manager, where she helped elevate the visibility of amateur golf across the province through championship media coverage, athlete storytelling, digital communications, and member engagement.

Her broader career has taken her across provincial, national, and international golf, with experience spanning athlete relations, safeguarding, championship delivery, communications, stakeholder engagement, and major event operations. At The R&A, Welsh served as Head of Player Relations, establishing the organization’s first Player Relations department and leading athlete-focused work across The Open and the AIG Women’s Open. She also previously led consumer, brand, public relations, content, and digital communications for The Open, bringing one of golf’s most historic championships to global audiences. She has also worked within the Olympic movement through the International Golf Federation, supporting golf’s return to the Olympic programme at Rio 2016, and at the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games on the men’s and women’s hockey competitions.

Throughout her career, Welsh has built a reputation as a collaborative and innovative leader with a strong focus on growing the sport while maintaining meaningful connections with athletes, volunteers, partners, and stakeholders.

Golf Ontario looks forward to welcoming Welsh back to the organization as it continues its mission of shaping lives through golf.

Champion of Champions Golf for All Golf Ontario

Nine Champions Crowned at 2026 Ontario Champion of Champions

Nine champions were crowned Wednesday at Legends on the Niagara as the 2026 Ontario Champion of Champions made its debut at the Niagara Falls course.

The tournament welcomed 248 competitors from more than 100 clubs across Ontario, with each participant a club champion from their respective home club. Competitors were split across the Battlefield and Usshers Creek courses, battling for titles in the Men’s, Women’s, Junior Boys’, Senior Men’s, Senior Women’s, and Junior Girls’ divisions throughout the day. 

Winners

Junior Boys Division

Carter Avery of Mill Run Golf Club won the Junior Boys Division after a 72.

Men’s Division

Jonn Drewery of Westmount Golf & Country Club won the Men’s Division after a 70.  

Senior Men’s Division

Tied for first place are Dan Keogh of Toronto Golf Club and Brian Humphrys of The Pulpit Club, who won the Senior Men’s Division after a 69.

Junior Girls Division

Riviera Lindholm of St. George’s Golf Club won the Junior Girls Division after a 71.

Women’s Division

Tied for first place are Kiley Rodrigues of Cataraqui Golf & Country Club, Regan Andrusyk of Flamborough Hills Golf Club, and Gracie Vescan of Mississaugua Golf and Country Club, who won the Women’s Division with a score of 75.

Senior Women’s Division

Shelley Lothian of Peninsula Lakes Golf Club won the Senior Women’s Division after a 83.

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Champion of Champions Golf Ontario

Setting the Stage: The Road to 2026 Champion of Champions  

The 2026 Champion of Champions is set to take on a fresh stage this spring as the event makes its debut at Legends on the Niagara.  

This May 13, some of Ontario’s strongest competitors, drawn from more than 100 clubs across the province, will arrive in Niagara Falls, each having earned their place by winning their respective home club championship in 2025. 

Championship Layout 

Legends on the Niagara provides a two-course championship setting:  

Battlefield Course: 10:00am start time  

  • Divisions: Men’s Senior, Women’s Senior, Junior Girls 
  • A links‑style course defined by wider fairways, strategic water elements and a layout suited for championship conditions. 

Usshers Creek: 10:15am start time 

  • Divisions: Men’s, Women’s, Junior Boys  
  • A tighter, tree‑filled course where the fairways are narrower, the greens are smaller, and the holes wind through natural forest areas. 

Tournament Director, Rob Watson, also noted that Legends on the Niagara provides an ideal championship setting, with two premier courses and expansive practice facilities that allow competitors to properly prepare for the day. 

Player Field 

This year’s field is the largest in the event’s history, with 248 competitors set to tee it up.  

Watson, pointed out the significance of the milestone field size, emphasizing both the strength of participation and the excitement surrounding the event’s first ever visit to Legends on the Niagara.  

“The Ontario Champion of Champions Tournament plays a vital role in celebrating excellence across the province. Bringing together more than 245 competitors across six divisions, it showcases the depth of talent and the spirit of amateur golf within our member clubs and serves as an exciting kickoff to the Golf Ontario championship season” he said. 

With 124 players on each course, the split‑course format ensures a balanced and competitive day across the property. 

Notable Players: 

  • Stefi Markovich  
  • Jamaal Moussaoui – Winner of 2025 Men’s Division (Champion of Champions) 
  • Lynn Lean – Winner of 2024 Senior Women’s Division (Champion of Champions) 
  • Robert Gibson -Winner of 2024 Senior Men’s Division (Champion of Champions) 
  • Kyle Gordon – Winner of 2024 Men’s Division (Champions of Champions) 
  • Bradley Greenside – Winner of 2023 Men’s Division (Champion of Champions)   
  • Mike Kray – 2025 Men’s Senior Match Play Champion 
  • Riviera Lindholm – 2025 Ontario Super Camp Invitational Champion, 2025 U13 Champion, Winner of 2025 Junior Girls Division (Champion of Champions) 
  • Alex Taylor – 2025 Women’s Mid-Amateur Champion 

Click here for full player roster

Stay Connected 

For pairings, live scoring, and post-round results, follow along at https://www.golfontario.ca, and keep an eye on Golf Ontario’s social channels throughout the day for updates from the course. 

Golf Ontario Ontario Golf Hall of Fame

2026 Ontario Golf Hall of Fame Class Inducted

The Ontario Golf Hall of Fame welcomed guests to Wooden Sticks Golf Club on May 6 for its annual induction ceremony, celebrating individuals who have made exceptional contributions to and achieved outstanding success in the game of golf across Ontario.

Sports broadcaster Rod Black returned as host of the ceremony for the fourth straight year, helping welcome members of Ontario’s golf community as they celebrated the newest Hall of Fame inductees.

Lorne Rubenstein Media Award 

This award recognizes excellence in Golf Media and honours individuals who have made a lasting impact through storytelling and coverage of the game. 

The recipient of the 2026 Lorne Rubenstein Media Award: 

Jeff Brooke, a widely respected and influential golf journalist:  awarded for his outstanding contributions to the game’s media landscape. Over more than 25 years at The Globe and Mail, along with his work for Global Golf Post, SCOREGolf, and Matchplay Golf Marketing, he has become one of the sport’s most trusted and insightful voices. His writing and editorial leadership have earned repeated recognition from the Golf Journalists Association of Canada. 

Brooke reflected on the personal significance of receiving this award.

“It’s super special primarily because the award is named after the Lorne Rubinstein team, who I’ve been friends with for 20-plus years”

Although a career in golf journalism was never part of the original plan, Brooke credits Rubinstein for helping shape his path in the industry, saying “he opened all the doors for [him] in golf”.

His lasting connection to the sport and his ability to capture its most powerful stories through his writing have made him a trusted voice in Canadian golf. Brooke’s impact and professionalism make him a standout and worthy recipient of the Lorne Rubenstein Media Award.

The Player’s Category

In the player category, individuals are celebrated for Extraordinary competitive performance in amateur or professional golf.

Laura Matthews joins the Ontario Golf Hall of Fame as a member in the player category, recognized for a career that left a lasting mark on golf in Ontario. 

Matthews reflects on her experience growing up with the game of golf, and how exactly golf in Ontario shaped her life. 

“Golf in Ontario gave me a place to grow up and learn the game. It gave me amazing people to grow up with, help me along the way, and shape my life to be where I am today.”

She earned major provincial and national titles and more than a decade representing Canada on the international stage. She played a central role in multiple international team victories and was a driving force behind University of Georgia’s NCAA championship season. Matthews later carried that same dedication into coaching, leading top NCAA programs and earning recognition for her leadership. Her achievements as a player and a coach, along with her lasting influence on the sport, make her a truly deserving inductee into the Ontario Golf Hall of Fame.  

The Builder Category: 

The builder category highlights individuals who make a aignificant contribution to the development, promotion, or administration of golf in Ontario.

Ian Giles is honoured for decades of leadership that have strengthened the game of golf across Ontario.

“It’s an absolutely mind-boggling experience,” said Giles. “I’m absolutely humbled by it. I could never have imagined it could happen to me.”

 His contributions span every level of the sport, from guiding club operations and supporting junior development to playing a key role in provincial governance, including helping lead OGA through its joining. Ian also contributed nationally as a long‑time Golf Canada governor, championship chair, and highly respected Level 4 Rules Official. Giles’ devotion, knowledge, and years of volunteer service make him a very deserving member of the Ontario Golf Hall of Fame.

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Golf Ontario junior golf pathway

Junior Golf Pathway Rankings Find New Home on GolfOntario.ca 

The Junior Golf Pathway (JGP) Rankings now have a new home directly on GolfOntario.ca, providing junior golfers, families, and coaches one central place to follow progress, celebrate performance, and support each player’s journey through the competitive season. 

Previously hosted on a third-party platform, the rankings have now been integrated into Golf Ontario’s website, creating a more accessible place for players to follow results, track their development, and stay connected to the JGP rankings as they advance in competitive golf. 

Behind the Rankings 

The Ontario Junior Golf Pathway Rankings were created to recognize the top performing junior golfers across the province.   

Throughout the season, players can earn points through eligible events, and their best eight results are counted to shape their overall ranking. 

Points are awarded based on three main factors: 

  • Performance: how well the golfer finishes in the event 
  • Field Strength: the level of competition in that tournament 
  • Tournament Length: whether it’s a single‑day or multi‑day event 

To help juniors understand the level of each tournament, events are also grouped into four categories: Emerging, Advancing, Competing, Performing. These categories help golfers see where they currently fit and what level they may want to aim for next.  

The rankings are managed by Golf Ontario and automatically added to the system when junior golfers compete in select regional, provincial, or national tournaments. 

Supporting Player Development 

Carlene Closs, Coordinator of Junior Performance, explains that the JGP rankings play an important role in supporting player development in the junior pathway. They help junior golfers understand where they stand compared to others in Ontario and figure out what the next step in their progression might be.  

Additionally, the rankings are used to award exemptions into provincial tournaments and to help identify players for Ontario Super Camp and the Next Wave Program. 

At the end of each season, Golf Ontario also recognizes the top boy and girl in every age division as the Junior Golf Pathway Players of the Year, celebrating those who have excelled throughout the season. 

Learn More 

As the pathway grows, Golf Ontario has made the rankings easier for everyone to access! 

Visit the new page and learn more

To view the JGP rankings: https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/12503831132397119873   

For questions about the rankings, contact: jgp@golfontario.ca  

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Ontario Clubs Recognized Nationally for Junior Golf Excellence 

Golf Canada awarded National Facility Awards for Junior Golf to golf clubs across the nation for their success in going above and beyond in developing young Canadian golfers in the 2025 season.  

Golf Ontario is proud to recognize Ontario clubs across the province that strive to shape a stronger future for the game.  

Of the courses awarded, four Ontario clubs were recognized for their success:  

The South Ajax GC won the “Youth On Course Program Location of the Year” award for their strong commitment to fostering a junior golf environment through the Youth On Course program. This award is presented to facilities that demonstrate exceptional commitment to youth golf development by providing extensive course access through the Youth On Course program.

Golf Ontario’s Manager of Participation, Madelyn Grossi, shares the significance of this award. 

“This award recognizes the impact and efforts of junior golf and South Ajax is an ideal Youth On Course facility for juniors, and we are proud that they are supporters of the program,” Grossi says. “Their commitment to providing access through their tee sheet helps reduce barriers and makes golf more accessible for families to introduce at a young age.”  

This award also carries personal significance to the South Ajax Golf Club team, as the club’s General Manager, Steve Uden shares: 

“This award means a lot to me personally, as my grandfather, Sam Sauve, was a huge proponent of introducing kids to the game of golf,” Uden says. “I took his lead that accessibility was the biggest deterrent to being introduced to the game of golf.” 

Accessibility has been a driving force behind the club’s junior golf growth.  

“With Youth On Course breaking down the barriers of accessibility, it made it incredibly easy to build a program at South Ajax that saw instant success and growth,” Uden says. 

South Ajax Golf Club continues to prioritize junior golfers within their community.  

“The staff at South Ajax are amazing at working hard to create a welcoming environment for everyone, but the juniors share a special place in everyone’s heart here.” 

South Ajax Golf Club recorded 494 participants and 2,712 rounds in 2025 – nearly doubling from the previous season – while seamlessly integrating Youth On Course into its junior programs and maintaining strong engagement. 

National Facility Awards for Junior Golf Ontario Club Finalists

The Oaks of St. George GC was recognized as a finalist for the “Grassroots Junior Program of the Year” award, showcasing their ability to develop new junior golfers through local programming.  

The Marshes GC was a finalist for the “Junior Golf Opportunity” award – highlighting facilities that provide exceptional access and opportunities to junior golfers.  

Summit GC was named a finalist for the “Competitive Junior Program of the Year” award, in recognition of their junior golfers’ success in both provincial and national championships.  

The National Facility Awards for Junior Golf highlight the important work being done by golf facilities across Ontario to support junior development, improve accessibility and support the growth of the game for future generations to come.  

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A New Look for the Golf For All Fund

Golf Ontario is proud to introduce a new visual identity for the Golf For All Fund—one that reflects both the purpose of the fund and its role in shaping a more inclusive future for the game across the province.

A Symbol of Growth, Connection, and Opportunity

At the heart of the new identity is the maple key—a symbol that represents growth, movement, and the intentional spread of opportunity.

Often seen spinning and travelling before taking root, the maple key reflects how the game can reach new communities, create new pathways, and grow in ways that are both natural and purposeful.

More than a symbol of growth, the maple key represents structure and connection—how the Golf For All Fund is designed to unlock access, remove barriers, and create lasting impact across Ontario.

It also builds on Golf Ontario’s identity. While the association is represented by the maple leaf, the maple key offers a forward-looking evolution—one that connects heritage with the future of the game.

The Golf For All Fund maple key logo:

  • Symbolizes growth, movement, and new beginnings
  • Represents access, connection, and opportunity
  • Builds on Golf Ontario’s maple leaf heritage in a modern, future-focused way
  • Creates a distinct identity for philanthropy and community impact

Designed with Purpose

“Our goal was to create a mark that feels connected to our identity, while clearly representing the future of the game,” says Golf Ontario Manager of Brand and Communications, Greg Mitchell. “The maple key gave us a unique way to symbolize growth and new beginnings, while staying rooted in something that is unmistakably Ontario.”

Supporting the Future of the Game

At its core, the Golf For All Fund is about lasting impact—creating sustainable funding that expands participation and opens doors for those who have historically faced barriers to entry.

Whether driven by a passion for golf, youth development, community inclusion, or legacy building, the fund provides a meaningful way to invest in the future of the game—supported by strong governance and thoughtful stewardship.

“This new identity helps bring the purpose of the Golf For All Fund to life,” says Director of Events and Fund Development, Mallory Dayman. “It represents the impact we’re working to make—creating opportunities for more people to experience the game and building a more inclusive future for golf across Ontario.”

The new identity will be featured across all Golf For All Fund initiatives, strengthening awareness and connection to a shared mission of growing the game for all.

Bringing the Fund to Life

In the months ahead, the Golf For All Fund will come to life through a series of initiatives designed to bring the golf community together in support of a shared goal: growing the game for all.

This includes the introduction of the Golf For All Trustee Program, alongside a slate of philanthropic events and experiences that will create meaningful opportunities for partners, donors, and participants to get involved.

More details will be shared in the coming weeks.

Golf Ontario membership

Did you know you can start your own Golf Club, Group or Golf Society?

Forming your own golf club with Golf Ontario is an easy and rewarding way to bring golfers together and elevate your playing experience.

By creating a club, group, or golf society, you gain access to:

  • An official Handicap Index for all members—making it easy to track your game and add a layer of friendly competition
  • The ability to schedule your own events, establish your own culture, and build a community that fits your group’s interests—whether competitive, social, or casual
  • The opportunity to list your events on the Ontario Golf Events Hub

As a recognized Golf Ontario club, you’ll also receive support, resources, and guidance to help you run events smoothly and confidently. Members benefit from scoring tools, digital recordkeeping, and the added value and protection of a Golf Ontario / Golf Canada membership.

Starting a club is simple, flexible, and designed to fit the way you and your group already play.

To register your club or learn more, visit HERE.

Here are a few great examples of golfer-led clubs and communities across Ontario:

Local Legends Golf

Local Legends Golf is a standout example of how Ontario golfers can build meaningful communities without owning a course.

As a premier two-man amateur match play tournament, Local Legends brings players together through region-based brackets, flexible scheduling, and a fun, competitive format that runs throughout the summer. Golfers compete locally for a chance to advance to the finals—an all-inclusive championship experience in Los Cabos, Mexico.

Local Legends embodies what’s possible when passionate players come together: connection, competition, and unforgettable golf experiences.

www.locallegendsgolf.com

LPGA Amateurs – Greater Toronto Chapter

The LPGA Amateurs – Greater Toronto Chapter is a thriving, volunteer-driven golf community that highlights how golfers can create their own club experience.

Serving women across the GTA—including Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Markham, and Oakville—the chapter offers organized leagues, learning opportunities, and inclusive events for golfers of all skill levels.

As part of a global network of 120+ chapters, members enjoy a supportive environment focused on connection, confidence, and growing the game.

chapters.lpgaamateurs.com/home/chapter/ONGT

Canadian Caribbean Amateur Golfers Association (CCAGA)

The CCAGA is a long-standing and vibrant community that showcases the power of culture, connection, and shared passion for the game.

Founded in the early 1980s and formalized in 2002, the association brings together Caribbean-Canadian golfers through weekly competitions, skill-building events, and a welcoming environment rooted in camaraderie.

Through tournaments, charity events, and a 20-week season, CCAGA demonstrates how meaningful golf experiences can be built entirely by the community itself.

ccaga.ca/

Bogey Golfers Association (BGA)

The Bogey Golfers Association (BGA) is one of Ontario’s fastest-growing golfer-led communities.

Founded in 2018 with just eight golfers, BGA has grown into a 300-member league supported by more than 30 partners. With 14 events each season, BGA delivers a tour-style experience at top courses across the GTA.

Built on a foundation of fun, competition, and community, BGA proves what’s possible when golfers take the lead.

golfbga.ca/