Swan River Golf & Country Club was established in 1934 and is the most northern picturesque 18 Hole golf course in Manitoba, set between the Duck and Porcupine Mountains.

The Golf Club oversaw a major renovation project with the expansion of another 9 holes, designed by David Grant and opened in 2010.

Currently seeking a highly motivated Superintendent in 2026, this position is full-time seasonal, from mid-March to mid-November. The Golf Course Superintendent, will be reporting to the General Manager and will be responsible for managing all aspects of the golf course property and turf maintenance team.

Responsibilities;

• Course set up
• Equipment, operation and maintenance
• Ensure all record keeping and required government permits are current
• Irrigation operation and maintenance on fully automated system
• Cultural practices (Aeration/Topdressing, Verti cutting)
• Chemical application
• Lead the turf care team
• Directly work with and report to the General Manager

Experience;

• Diploma or Certificate in Turfgrass management or equivalent experience
• Previous golf course maintenance experience
• Knowledge of Rain Bird irrigation systems
• Ability to communicate with General Manager/and membership
• Valid Manitoba Pesticide applicator license (or willing to obtain)
• Ability to lift 50lb and work in sometimes challenging environments
• Positive attitude towards staff and moving the golf course in the right direction
• Flexible shift times including weekends / evenings and holidays

Swan River Golf & Country Club offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience which includes;

• Golf and Power cart Privileges
• Pro Shop and Meal Discounts
• Professional Development and Association Dues
• Clothing Allowance
• Cell Phone allowance
• Gas Allowance

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Please forward resume to clintonweir@outlook.com by January 31^st, 2026.

Daniel Beaupre and Benoit Mowbray of Glen Lea Golf Course are the 2025 National Golf League Provincial Champions.

Using the modified stableford scoring system, Beaupre and Mowbray combined for 44 points at Bridges Golf Course to edge Kerry Barkman and Thomas Friesen of Shilo Country Club by a single point.

Beaupre played to a handicap index of 14 while Mowbray played to a 17. Their round featured one eagle, 8 birdies, 7 pars and two bogeys.

Elmhurst Golf & Country Club‘s Dan Chubey and Chad Willis rounded out the top three with 42 points.

These top three teams earned an all expenses paid trip to play in the BDO National Golf League Canadian Championship just prior to the 2026 RBC Canadian Open at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley.

For the final leaderboard, click here.

16 two person teams are on the course today at Bridges Golf Course for the third annual BDO National Golf League Provincial Final.

Throughout this past season, players from participating member clubs Elmhurst Golf & Country Club, Glendale Golf & Country Club, Golf Manitoba Public Players Club, Kildonan Park Golf Course, LaBroquerie Golf Course, Shilo Country Club and Wheat City Golf Course qualified for today.

For tee times, click here.

For the leaderboard, click here.

The top three teams will advance to compete in a once in a lifetime, all expenses paid trip to play in the BDO National Golf League Championship just prior to the 2026 RBC Canadian Open.

We appreciate the time and effort of the host club, Bridges Golf Course led by PGA of Manitoba General Manager Corey Braaksma, PGA of Manitoba Head Professional Larry Robinson, Course Superintendent David Linstead and Food & Beverage Manager Jessica Delorme along with their staff and club members for their warm welcome.

About the National Golf League

The BDO National Golf League is a nationwide, season-long competition created by Golf Canada to enhance the league experience for men, women, and junior players. The league is open to all existing recreational golf leagues and provides opportunities to compete in a BDO National Golf League regular season, regional playoffs, and a national championship.

For more, visit nationalgolfleague.ca.

Monday, September 22nd we were fortunate to gather at Glendale Golf & Country Club to show our appreciation to our volunteers for their time and dedication to our sport. Without them, it would not be possible.

To view the photo gallery, click here.

We would also like to thank Glendale Golf & Country Club for hosting us led by PGA of Manitoba Professional & General Manager James Chapman, PGA of Manitoba Head Professional Derrik Goodwin, Course Superintendent Greg Mitchell, Food & Beverage Manager Paige Monzon along with their staff and club members for their warm welcome.

Hunter Oakden (Team Manitoba / Wheat City Golf Course) representing Brandon’s Vincent Massey Collegiate shot an 8-under par 64 to win the Provincial High School Boys Golf Championship at Oak Island Resort & Golf.

Oakden’s round featured birdies on holes 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13 and 14.

Ryder St. Laurent (Team Manitoba / Niakwa Country Club) from Ecole Regional Gabrielle Roy in Ile-des-Chenes came in second place carding a 3-under par 69. St. Paul’s High School’s Brady Comaskey (Pine Ridge Golf Club) rounded out the top three at even par 72.

Jewel Lafleche (Niakwa) of College Jeane-Sauve is the Junior Girls Champion after shooting an 86, good for a two stroke decision over Portage Collegiate Institute’s Lexi Henderson. Kora Montour, also of Portage was third with a 91.

For more information and the final leaderboards, click here.

Golf Manitoba, the Provincial Sport Organization for the sport of Golf, is currently seeking interested individuals to serve on the Board of Directors for either one or two-years term commencing November 2025.

If you have a strong passion for, and understanding of the sport of Golf, we would like to hear from you.  We are searching for strategic thinkers with experience in any of the following areas: Community Engagement, Human Resources, Governance, Public Affairs & Communications, Quality & Performance Management, and Strategic Planning. We are committed to making golf more accessible and welcoming to diverse populations, and would encourage like-minded individuals to apply.

The role of a Golf Manitoba Board member is to act as a trustee, always serving the best interests of the organization with integrity and an open mind.  The Board is responsible for upholding our by-laws, determining policy, developing and evaluating strategic priorities, and approving annual budgets. Board members also support the directives of the association through participation on working committees.

Expressions of Interest must include both of the following:

• Nomination Form
• Current CV

The application deadline for open applications is September 26, 2025.   

Interested individuals who are members of Golf Manitoba Member Clubs should contact their home club’s general manager and/or head professional to begin the application process. Public Player members can contact Golf Manitoba directly by email at jared@golfmb.ca.

Serving the Manitoba and Northwest Ontario golf communities since 1915, Golf Manitoba strives to provide quality, innovative and accessible golf programs and services.  We strive to align with all golf stakeholders through a connected golf community while encouraging both youth and adults to play more golf, more often. Our Mission is to develop, promote, govern and service the game of golf in Manitoba and Northwest Ontario for the benefit of all participants.

All Expressions of Interest will be kept in confidence.

For more information:

Jared Ladobruk
Executive Director
Golf Manitoba
204.925.5729
jared@golfmb.ca

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Manitoba Moose defenceman Dawson Barteaux joins Golf Manitoba Director of Communications & Development Brian Munz at Clear Lake Golf Course to talk all things golf.

Barteaux, from Foxwarren, shares his passion for the sport, how he got into it and who his dream foursome on the course includes.

Spence Mott (Team Manitoba / Shilo Country Club) was among 47 players in MacTier, Ontario at Oviinbyrd Golf Club this week taking part in the Team Canada NextGen Selection Camp.

“As a provincial organization we are proud of Spence for being selected” said Golf Manitoba Executive Director Jared Ladobruk. “He was the only player to shoot below par in two of his rounds during the 2025 Junior Boys Championship presented by the Alex & Peggy Colonello Foundation highlighting an impressive season.”

Mott failed to make the cut (+13) finishing at 16-over par carding rounds of 79 and 81.

 “These camps are an incredible developmental opportunity for players to compete and showcase their talents in front of Golf Canada high performance staff as well as NCAA coaches” said Golf Canada High Performance Director Emily Phoenix. 

For the final leaderboard, click here.

Golf Manitoba, in association with Shanks Driving Range & Grill is pleased to announce Golf Manitoba members now receive 20% off their golf experience, food and beverage.

Simply show your Golf Manitoba membership card located in the “More” menu on the Golf Canada app upon payment in store.

Shanks Driving Range & Grill, located five kilometers west of Brandon along the Trans-Canada Highway, features 20 outdoor TopTracer golf bays and four Golfzon indoor simulators so you can play regardless of the weather with family, friends and business associates.

To join the Golf Manitoba membership, click here to purchase a membership.

Liam Comaskey (Team Manitoba / Pine Ridge Golf Club) had an impressive weekend at Sawmill Golf Course in Fenwick, Ontario winning the Junior Boys Championship of the Maple Leaf Junior Tour Challenge.

Comaskey carded rounds of 74, 73 and 71 to earn an eight stroke victory.

Colton Drul (Team Manitoba / Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) was the only other Manitoban taking part finishing 17th on the leaderboard in the Bantam Boys Championship with rounds of 88, 80 and 80.

For the full leaderboard, click here.