Elevate Your Game, Protect Your Gear, and Unlock Epic Perks: Why A Golf Manitoba/Golf Canada Membership is Your Ultimate Season Pass!
There is nothing quite like the feeling of stepping up to the first tee on a beautiful prairie morning. The sun is rising, the dew is glistening on the fairway, and a brand-new round of possibilities lies ahead.
Whether you are a seasoned scratch golfer aiming for the provincial amateur leaderboard or a weekend warrior who just loves the social vibe of a Sunday afternoon round, we all share one common goal: to squeeze every ounce of enjoyment out of this great game.
That is exactly why you need to be a part of Manitoba’s ultimate golf community. Becoming an official Golf Manitoba/Golf Canada is your all-access VIP pass to tracking your progress, exclusive savings and discounts, and playing with peace of mind.
Here is a look at the incredible, game-enhancing benefits waiting for you the second you join the club!
1. Play with Total Confidence (We’ve Got You Covered!)
Let’s face it: golf can be unpredictable. A stray tee shot, a runaway golf cart, or a cracked window can quickly put a damper on an otherwise perfect afternoon. But as a member, you can swing easy knowing you are backed by 365 days of Incident Protection.
- Gear Protection: Up to $1,500 reimbursement for damaged, lost, or stolen equipment.
- Oops, My Bad: Up to $1,000 toward the cost of repairing or replacing a shattered window.
- Cart Mishaps: Up to $1,500 for golf cart-related accidents.
- Travel Snags: Up to $1,000 for travel-related incidents so your golf trips stay stress-free.
2. Track Your Game Like the Pros
Ready to see those scores drop? Membership unlocks the brand-new Golf Canada App and gives you an official Golf Canada Handicap Index.
- Track Your Stats: Post your scores effortlessly into the Golf Canada Score Center to track your progress and map out your improvement.
- On-Course GPS: Get free GPS distances for over 1,400 courses across Canada right on your phone.
- Bragging Rights: Earn digital badges for your achievements and follow your golf buddies’ scores in real-time.
- Track Your Health: The app even tracks your fitness metrics on the course—including your steps, distance walked, heart rate, stand time, and calories burned! (Turns out, golf is a great workout).
3. Unlock Epic Discounts That Pay For Your Membership!
Who doesn’t love a great deal? Your membership unlocks exclusive savings both locally here in Manitoba and across the country. You will easily make your membership fee back in savings alone!
- Local Bites & Fun: Treat yourself to 40% off at A Little Pizza Heaven, 20% off your food order at MR MIKES SteakhouseCasual (Winnipeg), 20% off at AVID GOLF, and 20% off food and experiences at Shanks Driving Range & Grill.
- Travel & Wellness: Snag 15% off the best available rates at Lakeview Hotels & Resorts, up to 10% off travel insurance with Manitoba Blue Cross, and exclusive savings at Nott Autocorp, Sport Manitoba fitness center memberships, and massage therapy.
- National Perks: Score 15% off tickets to the RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open, up to 25% off Avis Car Rentals, and 10% off room bookings (with complimentary upgrades!) at participating Hilton Hotels.
4. Compete on the Big Stage
Do you have a competitive streak? As a member, you are officially eligible to test your skills and compete in regional, provincial, and national level competitions—including the exciting new National Golf League sanctioned by Golf Manitoba and Golf Canada. Whether you want to become a provincial champion or just experience the thrill of tournament golf, this is your gateway to competitive golf.
5. Join a Community and Give Back to the Game
When you join, you become part of Canada’s largest golf community (over 11,000 strong in Manitoba and Northwest Ontario alone!). You get access to the official Hole-in-One recognition program and free online Rules of Golf education.
Best of all, your membership dues are reinvested directly back into Grow the Game programs. By joining, you are directly helping Canadian youth learn incredible life skills through golf, funding grassroots initiatives, and supporting high-performance programs that develop the next generation of Canadian golf stars.
Ready to Tee It Up With Us?
Joining is incredibly easy! There are two simple ways to get in on the action:
- Join directly through your local Golf Manitoba member facility.
- Sign up online as a Public Player for the low price of $64.95 for a full 12 months of membership.
Don’t spend another round on the sidelines. Let’s make this golf season your best, most rewarding one yet.
Match Play Championship presented by St. Vital Dental Centre set to tee off at Whispering Winds of Warren Golf & Country Club
16 matches in each of the Men’s Championship and Men’s Senior Championship are the focus Thursday afternoon at Whispering Winds of Warren Golf & Country Club as the Match Play Championship presented by St. Vital Dental Centre tees off starting at 1:00pm.
2025 Men’s defending champion Jordy Lutz (Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) enters play as the #6 seed following this past weekend’s qualifier at Scotswood Links and will open the Round of 32 versus Nolan Tutkaluk (Shilo Country Club). Saturday’s Medallist, Lyle MacKenzie (Niakwa Country Club), is the #1 seed and will face Matt Glowa of the host course in the Round of 32.
David Powell (Elmhurst) is the top seed in the Men’s Senior Championship and take on Daniel Lamy (La Broquerie Golf). 2025 defending champion Cornell Ruddock (Southwood Golf & Country Club), seeded 6th, meets Murray Widdifield (Golf Manitoba Public Players Club).
The Round of 16 in both the Men’s Super Senior Championship and Women’s Championship begin play Friday afternoon.
To follow the Manitoba Blue Cross live Match Play Brackets, click here.
Registration by Member Club:
Bel Acres Golf & Country Club (1)
Breezy Bend Country Club (4)
Carman Golf & Curling Club (4)
Clear Lake Golf Course (2)
Delahunt Golf & Country Club (2)
Elmhurst Golf & Country Club (15)
Glendale Golf & Country Club (5)
Golf Manitoba Public Players Club (6)
Kenora Golf & Country Club (2)
La Broquerie Golf (1)
Larters at St. Andrews Golf & Country Club (1)
Minnewasta Golf & Country Club (1)
Niakwa Country Club (10)
Pinawa Golf Course (1)
Pine Ridge Golf Club (4)
Quarry Oaks Golf Course (1)
Rossmere Country Club (8)
St. Charles Country Club (10)
Scotswood Links (1)
Shanks Driving Range & Grill (2)
Shilo Country Club (1)
Southwood Golf & Country Club (5)
Steinbach Fly-In Golf Club (1)
Wheat City Golf Course (1)
Whispering Winds of Warren Golf & Country Club (2)
Whitewater Golf Club (1)
With our 2026 championship season underway, Golf Manitoba would like acknowledge our Official Performance Partners:
Sport Manitoba
Manitoba Blue Cross
PUMA GOLF – Ryan Sommerfeld, PGA of Canada, Territory Manager
Taylormade Canada – Eric Johnson, Sales & Marketing Territory Manager
Stay connected on the course by following Golf Manitoba’s official social media accounts: Facebook, Instagram and “X”.
The National Allied Golf Associations celebrate National Golf Day on Parliament Hill
The National Allied Golf Associations (NAGA) were in Ottawa today, to coincide with National Golf Day. NAGA delegates met with Members of Parliament and Senators to highlight the Canadian golf industry’s unprecedented economic and social momentum.
As a coalition of Canada’s five major golf associations – Golf Canada; National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) Canada; the Club Management Association of Canada (CMAC); Professional Golfers Association of Canada (PGA of Canada); and the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) – NAGA advocates for the sector with a single, unified voice.
Golf serves as a key pillar of the Canadian economy, generating more than $23 billion in total economic impact and $4.7 billion in tax revenues. The industry supports 239,000 jobs, including employment for 45,000 students annually, and helps to raise over $382 million for charitable causes.
“The sector has undergone a historic transformation since 2020. Today, golf is much more than a seasonal pastime; it has evolved into a year-round cultural force, an economic engine, and an accessible, mainstream platform for community connection enjoyed by over 6 million players,” said Kathryn Wood, Chair of NAGA. “Alongside these economic and social benefits, the industry is deeply committed to protecting and enhancing our role as stewards for the environment.”
Through sustainable turf management practices across 2,100 golf courses in Canada—90% of which are publicly accessible—the industry acts as stewards for almost 250,000 acres of greenspace, playing a leading role in wildlife conservation and carbon sequestration.
“As an accessible, outdoor activity for Canadians of all ages and abilities, golf serves as a primary vehicle for preventative health and social connection, particularly within rural and remote communities where local courses often act as the primary hubs for social infrastructure,” said Wood.
NAGA welcomes the opportunity to work with parliamentarians, senators and the public service to capitalize on the sport’s momentum by expanding accessibility for all Canadians, fostering industry-wide innovation, and bolstering the sector’s contribution to healthy communities, responsible resource management, and environmental stewards from the grassroots to the international stage.
MacKenzie, Powell, North & Lafleche earn Medallist honours at Match Play Championship Qualifier presented by St. Vital Dental Centre at Scotswood Links
Lyle MacKenzie (Niakwa Country Club) carded a 4-under par 66 to finish as the 2026 Medallist in the Men’s Amateur Division of the Match Play Championship Qualifier presented by St. Vital Dental Centre on Saturday at Scotswood Links. MacKenzie made five birdies, 12 pars and one bogey enroute to a one stroke victory over Evan Nachtigall (Elmhurst Golf & Country Club), Ryan Blair (Elmhurst) and Rory Neill (Glendale Golf & Country Club). Last year it was Nachtigall who prevailed by three strokes over MacKenzie to earn the low qualifying medallion.
David Powell (Elmhurst), the only player to go below par, was the low qualifier in the Men’s Senior Division thanks a 1-under 69. Jason Groshak (Elmhurst) and David Kuik (Niakwa) finished T2 at 1-over par 71.
Bruce North (Carman Golf & Curling Club) finished atop of the leaderboard in the new Men’s Super Senior Division at 2-under par 67, two strokes clear of Carl Lechman (Elmhurst) and Don Loewen (Larters at St. Andrew’s Golf & Country Club).
Firing a 1-under par 68, Jeri Lafleche (Niakwa) had the most dominating performance of the day in the Women’s Division earning an eight stroke decision over Charmaine Hayden (Breezy Bend Country Club) and Camryn Thomas (St. Charles Country Club).
For the Manitoba Blue Cross qualifying leaderboard and Match Play Championship brackets, click here.
We appreciate the time and effort of the host club, Scotswood Links led by the Sisson family, along with their staff, club members and volunteers for their warm welcome.
Four days of Match Play competition gets underway Thursday, May 28th at Whispering Winds of Warren Golf & Country Club.
For tee times, click here.
Scotswood Links set to host Match Play Championship Qualifier presented by St. Vital Dental Centre
After a long cold spring, it looks like Mother Nature agrees it’s time for the 2026 Golf Manitoba Championship season as the Match Play Championship Qualifier presented by St. Vital Dental Centre tees off Saturday morning at Scotswood Links.
For tee times, click here.
For the Manitoba Blue Cross live leaderboard, click here.
Included in this year’s field are defending Men’s Match Play Champion Jordy Lutz (Elmhurst Golf & Country Club), 2025 Men’s Match Play Medallist Evan Nachtigall (Elmhurst), defending Men’s Senior Match Play Champion Cornell Ruddock (Southwood Golf & Country Club) along with 2025 Men’s Senior Match Play Medallist and 2024 Men’s Senior Match Play Champion Rob Oliphant (Rossmere Country Club).
Bruce North (Carman Golf & Curling Club), Carl Lechman (Elmhurst) and Dwayne Heinrichs (Bel Acres Golf & Country Club) headline the new Men’s Super Senior Division Championship for competitors aged 65+.
There will be a new Women’s Match Play Champion as four time winner and three time defending champion Addison Kartusch (St. Charles Country Club) is not taking part. Charmaine Hayden (Breezy Bend Country Club), Jeri Lafleche (Niakwa Country Club) and Jewel Lafleche (Niakwa) lead the women into qualifying.
“Newcomers to our course should expect a course that can be tough if players aren’t on top of their game, as we have water that comes into play on nearly every hole of the golf course, so there is definitely trouble to be found if you don’t hit where you’re supposed to” said Clark Sisson of Scotswood Links. “But I also expect some pretty good scores as well. I would say Hole #18 is the most difficult, with some players qualifying for or being eliminated from the championship based on the finishing hole.”
Registration by Member Club:
Bel Acres Golf & Country Club (1)
Breezy Bend Country Club (6)
Carman Golf & Curling Club (4)
Clear Lake Golf Course (2)
Dauphin Lake Golf Club (1)
Delahunt Golf & Country Club (2)
Elmhurst Golf & Country Club (17)
EVO Golf (2)
Glendale Golf & Country Club (12)
Golf Manitoba Public Players Club (21)
Golf Ontario Public Players Club (1)
Kenora Golf & Country Club (2)
La Broquerie Golf (1)
Larters at St. Andrews Golf & Country Club (1)
Minnewasta Golf & Country Club (2)
Niakwa Country Club (11)
Pinawa Golf Course (1)
Pine Ridge Golf Club (7)
Quarry Oaks Golf Course (3)
Rossmere Country Club (10)
St. Boniface Golf Club (3)
St. Charles Country Club (15)
Scotswood Links (3)
Selkirk Golf & Country Club (3)
Shanks Driving Range & Grill (1)
Shilo Country Club (3)
Southwood Golf & Country Club (7)
Steinbach Fly-In Golf Club (1)
Transcona Golf Club (2)
Wheat City Golf Club (3)
Whispering Winds of Warren (2)
Whitewater Golf Club (1)
The 152 competitors are vying for a spot in the brackets of 32 Men’s Amateur, 32 Men’s Senior, 16 Men’s Super Senior and 16 Women’s Amateur to be contested Thursday, May 28th to Sunday, May 31st at Whispering Winds of Warren Golf & Country Club.
As our 2026 championship season begins, Golf Manitoba would like acknowledge our Official Performance Partners:
Sport Manitoba
Manitoba Blue Cross
PUMA GOLF – Ryan Sommerfeld, PGA of Canada, Territory Manager
Taylormade Canada – Eric Johnson, Sales & Marketing Territory Manager
Stay connected on the course by following Golf Manitoba’s official social media accounts: Facebook, Instagram, “X”.
5 simple scoring habits to start in 2026
Courtesy: Robert Wolanski (Golf Canada)
The first tee of a new season is more than just a fresh scorecard — it’s a reset. A chance to build better habits, sharpen your edge, and make sure your golf handicap index actually reflects the player you are.
The good news? You don’t need a swing overhaul to see results. A few simple, consistent habits can quietly lower your scores, improve accuracy, and make every game more competitive.
Start here: five easy ways to take control of your scoring and set the tone for your 2026 season.
1. Post Scores Hole-by-Hole
HBH score posting gives you deeper insights into your game and a more accurate handicap index.
It takes approximately 30 seconds.
2. Post Same Day You Play
Waiting to post can impact your handicap accuracy for your next round.
3. Double-Check Before You Post
Confirm the course, tees and score before submitting.
This will help avoid fixes later.
4. Post Every Round
Whether you’re playing during inactive season or abroad, every round matters and adds valuable data to your game.
5. Try New Game Formats
Whether it’s match play, stroke play or skins game, handicapping works for any format. It allows for friendly competition and makes scorekeeping seamless.
All of these features and more are available through the free Golf Canada mobile app.
Kartusch earns sponsors exemption into 1st professional women’s golf championship
Addison Kartusch (St. Charles Country Club) has earned a sponsors exemption and will compete at the Epson Tour’s Great Lakes Championship in Michigan on June 19th to 21st.
The announcement was made this afternoon following Kartusch’s victory this past weekend.
Entering her first professional championship, Kartusch’s Golf Manitoba amateur resume currently includes:
– 2025 & 2024 Diamond Athletic Women’s Amateur Champion
– 2025, 2024,2022 Junior Girls Champion presented by the Alex & Peggy Colonello Foundation
– 2025, 2024, 2023, 2021 Women’s Match Play Champion presented by St. Vital Dental Centre
– 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021 Medalist as Low Qualifier for the Women’s Match Play Championship presented by St. Vital Dental Centre
– 2023 Women’s City & District Champion
Kartusch was also named the 2025 and 2024 Female Amateur Golfer of the Year.
The Epson Tour serves as the Official Qualifying Tour for the LPGA Tour, often called the “Road to the LPGA.” It’s where up-and-coming female professional golfers compete to earn their spot on the biggest stage in women’s professional golf.
Established as the LPGA’s primary feeder system, it features a mix of rookies, international talents, and veterans honing their skills while promoting women’s golf globally. Events currently take place across the United States but draw players from around the world. Celebrating its 46th season in 2026, the tour has expanded from regional roots into a national powerhouse, now hosting 19 tournaments across 14 states with a total purse of over $5 million in recent seasons.
RESULTS | MJT Order of Merit Series
13 year old Oliver Sisson (Scotswood Links) had the shot of the day as 90 golfers gathered at St. Boniface Golf Club for the Maple Leaf Junior Tour Order of Merit Series.
Sisson recorded his first hole in one on the 142 yard par three – fifth hole using a nine iron.
Congratulations to the following division winners:
U15 Girls: Angelina Sitarz (Team Manitoba / Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) 40-85-125
15-19 Girls: Payton Chapman (Team Manitoba / Glendale Golf & Country Club) 44-82-126
Pee Wee Boys: Ryan Small (Team Manitoba / Pine Ridge Golf Club) 88-84-172
Bantam Boys: James Qiu (British Columbia) 76-79-155
Juvenile Boys: Ryder St. Laurent (Team Manitoba / Niakwa Country Club) 78-77-155
Junior Boys: Gavin Carver (Team Manitoba / St. Charles Country Club) 76-80-156
For the full leaderboard, click here.
To view the photo gallery, click here.
19 golfers also competed in the MJT Mini Tour Junior Worlds Qualifier at Kildonan Park Golf Course.
Congratulations to division winners:
Girls 9-10: Leah Klippenstein (Team Manitoba / Golf Manitoba Public Players Club) 105
Girls 11-12: Ana Talampas (Team Manitoba / Glendale) 95
Boys U8: Liam Penner 82
Boys 9-10: Connor Hanska 70
Boys 11-12: Caleb O’Brien (Saskatchewan) 75
For the full leaderboard, click here.
To view the photo gallery, click here.
Kartusch wins National Golf Invitational in Arizona
Addison Kartusch (St. Charles Country Club / Bowling Green State University) earned a four stroke victory in Arizona over the weekend claiming the National Golf Invitational at Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club in Maricopa.
Kartusch shot rounds of 1-under par 71, 4-under par 68 and 2-under par 70 to finish at 7-under par 209.
Consistency paid off for Kartusch during the 54 holes of play with a combined 12 birdies, 37 pars and only five bogeys on her scorecards.
For the final leaderboard, click here.
Play your way to the RBC Canadian Open with the National Golf League!
Calling all local golfers!
The BDO National Golf League (NGL), Golf Canada’s nation-wide league, in partnership with Golf Manitoba, has officially arrived to add a whole lot more awesome to your game. If you’re a recreational player in Manitoba or Northwestern Ontario – league regular or weekend warrior – the BDO NGL is a chance to join the fun, no matter your skill level!
The BDO NGL regular season is a net Stableford points competition that’s built seamlessly into the recreational golfers’ experience.
To participate, simply be a Golf Manitoba/Golf Canada member (easy to join if not already a member!) and pay a $20 entry fee for the season. Golfers will continue to play normal rounds at any Golf Manitoba/Canada member club. One round can be posted during the each of the following time periods:
- June 1-15, June 16-31
- July 1-15, July 16-31
- August 1-15, Aug. 16-31
You can play up to six rounds of 9 holes of which your best four scores will count. This is your pathway to the Provincial Championship which will be held on Sunday, September 20th at Falcon Lake Golf Course.
The ultimate prize? Successful teams from the 2026 provincial qualifier will earn exclusive merchandise and an all-expenses-paid trip to the BDO National Golf League Championship. Played at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (North Course) the host site of 2027 RBC Canadian Open and just days before the event, fifty-two two-player teams will go head-to-head over 18 holes in a best ball net Stableford format. This is a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience as participants will play the course like the pros, with ropes and structures in place, walking the same fairways as some of the world’s top PGA TOUR players.
In addition to enhancing your recreational golfing experience, participation in the BDO National Golf League supports First Tee – Prairies, a youth development program striving to bring accessible and inclusive pathways to golf participation at schools, community centres, and golf courses across the country.
The mission of the First Tee – Prairies, is to impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, promote life-enhancing values and healthy choices through the game of golf. In collaboration with the PGA of Canada, First Tee – Prairies instills character development as a fundamental element of Golf Canada’s junior golf program. Learn more about the First Tee at firstteeprairies.ca.
For more information about the BDO National Golf League in Manitoba and Northwest Ontario, please visit golfmb.ca or by email at info@golfmb.ca.