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Become a Golf Manitoba / Canada member to access everything you need to ENJOY our great sport! The program includes the following benefits for you both on and off the course:

TRACK YOUR OFFICIAL GOLF CANADA HANDICAP INDEX

Not only is an Official Golf Canada Handicap Index a requirement to play in provincial, national, international and domestic club events, it makes the game of golf more enjoyable by enabling golfers of differing abilities to compete on an equitable basis.

Tracking your Official Golf Canada Handicap Index® opens the door to a variety of fun game play options including Stableford and Match Play. It is a great way to level the playing field and allows you to compete fairly with any golfer, on any golf course.

Learn more about golf’s greatest but probably least understood feature by clicking here.

INCIDENT PROTECTION

Up to $1,500 reimbursement for damaged, lost or stolen equipment. Please note that rangefinders and personally owned power caddies and carts are not included in the definition of equipment.

Up to $1,000 for any travel related incidents and up to $1,500 for golf cart related accidents.

Up to $1,000 towards the cost of repairing or replacing a window that was broken by your own errant shot.

CORPORATE PARTNER BENEFITS

Up to 10% off travel insurance with Manitoba Blue Cross

40% off on your pick up order at A Little Pizza Heaven

20% off your dine-in only food order at MR MIKES Steakhouse Casual in Winnipeg

20% off Winter and Summer memberships at AVID GOLF

20% off golf experience, food and beverage at Shanks Driving Range & Grill

Exclusive sales and service discounts with Nott Autocorp

Discounts on fitness centre memberships and massage therapy services with Sport Manitoba

Golf benefits with RBC Insurance for home and auto

15% off to the RBC Canadian Open and the CP Women’s Open

Up to 25% off Avis car rentals

10% off Hilton Hotel room bookings with complimentary upgrades at participating properties.

Exclusive offers Golf Canada merchandise

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Golf Canada has released the latest update to the Golf Canada App, now supporting indoor simulator integration.

Whether playing on a course or practicing at a simulator in a Golf Manitoba / Canada member facility, golfers can easily track and log rounds and practice sessions in one centralized location, providing a comprehensive view of their performance both indoors and outdoors.

Golfers can easily find participating simulator facilities on golfcanada.ca/findacourse/ or directly through the App on their mobile devices. This update also adds the average number of putts per round to your stats, along with bug fixes and other enhancements to improve the overall app experience.

What this means for you

• Complete round tracking, including indoor sessions. Play a simulated 9 or 18 hole round at a participating facility and record your score as you would for a traditional on-course game.
• Practice sessions also matter. Whether you’re recording a practice bucket, working on your short game indoors, or tracking a particular skill or goal, it’s now possible. Each session adds to your game‑improvement metrics, ensuring your progress remains in focus.
• Stats and goals remain consistent. Your handicap‑related data, scoring history, shot metrics, and personal performance goals are kept current, whether the swing takes place on a fairway or inside a simulator bay.
• Golfers can find nearby simulator facilities using filters like technology platform or amenities, and view details such as the number of simulator bays, booking links, and addresses on an interactive map available on Golf Manitoba’s website and Golf Canada’s website and App.
• The Golf Canada App is your all-in-one platform for managing your golf history, stats, and progress tracking, anytime and anywhere you play.

Indoor simulators are increasingly popular across Canada, especially during the colder months when many outdoor courses close. By supporting indoor facilities, Golf Canada helps golfers develop and track their skills year-round.

This update continues Golf Manitoba / Canada’s effort to provide a comprehensive digital golf experience for Canadian golfers. Earlier updates added features like GPS-based course maps, hole-by-hole scoring, smartwatch integration, score posting for playing partners, and social features. Now, with indoor simulator integration, we connect real-world rounds with simulator play, offering golfers a unified view of their performance.

How to get started

Make sure your Golf Canada App is up to date.

Go to a participating Golf Canada member simulator facility to complete your round or practice session. Current Golf Manitoba / Canada facilities include:

– AVID Golf in Winnipeg
– Shanks Driving Range & Grill in Brandon

Record the round or session in the Golf Canada App as you would for any on-course game; your stats and goals will automatically update.

The Golf Canada App is available as a free download from the App Store for iOS devices and Google Play for Android. Golfers can sign in with an existing Golf Canada account or create one directly in the app to start tracking their game.

For a complete list of Golf Canada App features, visit golfcanada.ca/app.

Golf Canada members can now relive their 2025 golf season with #MyGolfYear, the annual personalized recap of rounds played, milestones and achievements, presented by BDO.

#MyGolfYear gives golfers a snapshot of their season, including total rounds played, best score, distance walked, number of birdies and other key stats, all in a custom graphic that members can download or share across social media. Since launching after the 2021 season, it has become a favourite way for golfers across Canada to reflect on their performance and share their progress with friends and fellow members.

“#MyGolfYear is a fun and engaging way for golfers to reflect on their season and celebrate their achievements,” said Tim McLaughlin, Chief Marketing Officer at Golf Canada. “It’s about more than scores; it’s about inspiring members to stay active, connect with the community, and continue enjoying the game year-round.”

What’s New for 2025?

The 2025 edition of #MyGolfYear offers more detailed personalization, including new scoring statistics such as total pars, birdies and eagles, as well as your average 18-hole score. In the achievements section, golfers who recorded a hole-in-one will see a dedicated HIO badge, alongside highlights for those who played in multiple provinces or completed a milestone number of rounds this past season (i.e. 50 or 100). A year-over-year comparison of your handicap is also included.

How to Access Your #MyGolfYear

Members who logged their rounds online, in the Golf Canada App or at club kiosks during 2025 can access their personalized recap via e-mail or the Golf Canada App.

Celebrate Your Golf Season

Whether you played once or logged multiple rounds, achieved personal bests or simply enjoyed time on the course with friends, #MyGolfYear is a way to look back and celebrate your year in golf.

Thank you to all members for making 2025 a memorable season.

Download your #MyGolfYear, share your story, and get ready for another great season in 2026.

Golf Canada is pleased to announce that Paul Perrier has joined the National Sport Federation as its new Chief Sport Officer (CSO).

Born in Sherbrooke, Quebec and raised in Aurora, Ontario, Perrier is an accomplished and dynamic sports administration executive who brings more than 15 years of senior leadership experience in NCAA Division I athletics, most recently serving as Executive Senior Associate Athletic Director and Deputy Athletic Director at the University of Southern California (USC).

As Chief Sport Officer, Perrier will oversee Golf Canada’s sport portfolio, including Team Canada high-performance and athlete development, National Amateur Championships, grassroots participation programs such as First Tee – Canada and She Plays Golf, and Safe Sport compliance. Reporting to CEO Laurence Applebaum as a member of Golf Canada’s Executive Team, Perrier will play a pivotal role in advancing Canadian golf participation and competitive excellence for the National Sport Organization.

“Paul is a dynamic sport executive and former high-level athlete with extensive leadership experience across sport including golf, coach development, compliance, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, revenue generation and fundraising within both elite and public NCAA Division I athletic departments,” said Applebaum. “His experience managing complex sport organizations and building high-performance programs will help to further advance the sport and elevate Canadian golf on the global stage.”

During his tenure at USC (2019–2025), Perrier was a member of the Executive Leadership Team, with oversight and support for 23 varsity programs and 600 athletes. He led strategic planning, resource allocation, and performance initiatives and fostered inclusive, collaborative cultures that drove innovation and excellence. Perrier also managed the men’s and women’s golf programs, guiding them to multiple NCAA championship appearances and supporting elite athletes who advanced to the LPGA and PGA Tours.

Perrier, who will work collaboratively with the Golf Canada Foundation, also brings experience in fundraising and donor relations, having helped drive capital campaigns at USC and Rutgers. He also oversaw a $750,000 renovation of USC’s golf training facility and served as Tournament Director for the Trojan Golf Classic. His ability to build trust-based relationships with donors, alumni, and corporate partners has been a hallmark of his leadership.

Perrier joins Golf Canada at a time where the organization is experiencing strong momentum with a rise in participation and rounds played, Canadian continued success on the global stage and increased investment in the game from donors and corporate partners.

The opportunity to return to Canada to champion further growth is an opportunity for Perrier to apply his executive leadership experiences across a sport that has been a longtime passion.

“Joining Golf Canada is an incredible honour, and I’m inspired to help accelerate the sport’s growth and impact across the country,” said Perrier. “Together with our athletes, coaches, donors, and partners, we will continue to build pathways that drive participation and elevate Canada’s success on the world stage.”

Previously, Perrier served as Senior Associate Athletic Director at Rutgers University (2015–2019), where he helped develop a five-year strategic plan, oversaw sport programs, and led compliance and governance during a critical transition to the Big Ten Conference.  Prior to joining Rutgers, Perrier held several progressive leadership roles with USC including Associate Vice President for Athletic Compliance.

Perrier also co-founded the NACDA Sport Administrator Leadership Institute, served on the Big Ten Olympic Sports Oversight Committee, and was selected for the NCAA Pathway Program, a national initiative preparing senior administrators for CEO roles.

He holds a Juris Doctor from the University at Buffalo Law School and a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from Oswego State, where he was also a student-athlete (hockey) and co-president of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.

A proud Canadian who is married with two sons, Perrier has started in the CSO role and will be relocating back to Canada in the coming months.

(Courtesy Golf Canada)

Longtime golf executive Scott Pritchard will join One Eleven Management Group as a vice-president and partner beginning Jan. 1, 2026.

The move follows Pritchard’s departure from the PGA TOUR, where he spent more than a decade in leadership roles with its Canadian and international development tours.

Pritchard is concluding his tenure as vice-president of PGA TOUR Americas, a position that included oversight of tournament operations and the continued development of the PGA TOUR pathways system across North and South America. This included the Players Cup / Manitoba Open.

Pritchard began his career with the PGA of Canada in 2003 before joining the Canadian Tour in 2011. After the PGA TOUR acquired the Canadian Tour, he was appointed director of tournament business affairs in 2013 and promoted to vice-president in 2017.

His work with the development tours included building partnerships and improving visibility for emerging professional players.

“We worked together early in our careers, so it will be interesting to see that come full circle,” said Jeff Dykeman, founder and CEO of One Eleven Management Group, who confirmed Pritchard’s appointment.

In a statement, Pritchard said the new role will allow him to continue working closely with athletes and properties across the industry.

One Eleven Management Group represents and manages athletes, media personalities and golf-related properties in Canada.

Golf Manitoba members set an all-time score posting record in 2025 with 320,629 scores registered in the Golf Canada Score Centre. That is an average of just over 29 rounds posted per member.

The 2025 season total represents a 10% increase over the previous record set in 2024 (289,000).

Over 205,000 rounds posted in 2025 were using the Golf Canada App.

Nationally, Golf Manitoba members contributed to another record breaking season reported by Golf Canada of with score posting to surpass over 10.5 million rounds.

The top five member clubs in Manitoba for score posting during the 2025 Active Season were as follows:

1. Pine Ridge Golf Club – 23,508
2. Southwood Golf & Country Club – 23,507
3. St. Charles Country Club – 22,294
4. Rossmere Country Club – 21,308
5. Elmhurst Golf & Country Club – 20,697

All Golf Manitoba/Golf Canada members receive access to score posting under the World Handicap System. Any nine or 18 hole round played at an official Golf Manitoba/Canada Member Club or any club worldwide that has an official Course and Slope Rating under the World Handicap System qualifies towards establishing and maintaining an official Golf Canada Handicap Index.

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Golf Canada is pleased to announce the clubs that will host the Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship, presented by BDO in 2027, 2028 and 2029.

The 2027 Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship will take place at Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club in Calgary, Alta., from July 26-30, followed by St. Charles Country Club in Winnipeg, Man. from July 24-28, 2028, and Brantford Golf & Country Club in Brantford, Ont., July 23-27, 2029.

“We are very proud to announce the future venues for our Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship, presented by BDO through 2029,” said Mary Beth McKenna, Director, Amateur Championships and Rules, Golf Canada. “Our women’s amateur is one of the most prestigious tournaments conducted by Golf Canada and we appreciate Priddis Greens, St. Charles and Brantford’s continued commitment and support of amateur golf in Canada. All three venues have hosted numerous championships over the years and will provide a great test along with an exceptional experience for those competing.”

Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club was established in 1983 to provide an exceptional golf experience that intentionally aligned course excellence with concierge-style member service—all amidst a natural woodland setting that is second-to-none. Today, Priddis Greens remains committed to being Alberta’s premier private golf club, where warm hospitality, spectacular golf, and a strong sense of belonging define every experience. The mission is simple: enrich lives through golf.

Members enjoy two acclaimed 18-hole courses, namely “Hawk” and “Raven”, designed by renowned architect Bill Newis, nestled in the challenging yet scenic terrain of the Alberta Foothills. With meticulously maintained tree-lined fairways, pristine bentgrass tees and greens, and yardages ranging from 4,100 to 6,900, the courses offer versatility for every level of play, only enhancing the tranquil experience offered just minutes from the southwest corner of Calgary.

Priddis Greens is a three-time host of the CPKC Women’s Open. Australia’s Karrie Webb won in 1999, Norway’s Suzann Pettersen won the 2009 tournament and Ariya Jutanugarn of Thailand won the most recent championship held at the course in 2016. The province of Alberta last hosted the Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship in 2021 at the Edmonton Petroleum Golf and Country Club in Edmonton.

“We are absolutely thrilled to be hosting the 113th Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship at Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club in 2027. This event represents a wonderful opportunity for us to continue our proud tradition of hosting national women’s championships, and we are honoured to partner with Golf Canada for this prestigious event,” said Chad Thomlinson, General Manager & PGA Executive Professional, Priddis Greens Golf and Country Club. “Our Club has a long-standing commitment to providing an exceptional golf experience, and we are eager to showcase our beautiful courses and warm hospitality to the talented athletes and spectators who will join us. We look forward to contributing to the growth and success of women’s golf in Canada.”

Founded in 1904 by a group of visionary Winnipeg businessmen, St. Charles Country Club has grown into one of Canada’s most storied and respected private golf clubs. Set along the banks of the historic Assiniboine River, the Club is distinguished by its 27 championship holes, each nine designed by a legendary architect: Donald Ross, Alister MacKenzie, and Norman Woods. Over the decades, St. Charles has proudly hosted provincial, national, and international championships and welcomed golf’s greatest names to its fairways. Today, the Club remains dedicated to preserving its rich heritage while continuing to evolve as a premier destination for golf, recreation, and connection in the heart of Manitoba.

St. Charles is one of only eight clubs to host all four of Golf Canada’s premier events: RBC Canadian Open (1952), CPKC Women’s Open (1992, 2010) and both the Canadian Men’s (1936, 1957) and Women’s (1937, 1950, 1981) Amateur Championships. The Club has also hosted the Canadian Men’s and Women’s Senior Championships as well as the Canadian Junior Boys and Junior Girls Championships.

“St. Charles is honoured to host the 2028 Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship. Our proud legacy includes welcoming many of Canada’s most prestigious golf events including the Canadian Open, Canadian Women’s Open, and Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship, where our courses have consistently challenged some of the best players in the world,” said Heather Smart, President, St. Charles Country Club. “With the recent restorations of our MacKenzie and Ross Nines, and the forthcoming opening of the renewed West Nine, we look forward to showcasing the distinct character of each course and extending the warm hospitality that defines the St. Charles experience.”

Founded in 1879, Brantford Golf & Country Club is one of North America’s oldest and most distinguished private clubs. Set along the scenic Grand River in Brantford, Ontario, the Club features a classic, championship-calibre course originally shaped by Nicol Thompson and Robbie Robinson and refined through an historically influenced renovation by Rod Whitman and Keith Cutten. Brantford has proudly hosted numerous provincial and national championships, including the Canadian Amateur and Ontario Women’s Amateur, and continues to blend tradition with innovation through its acclaimed golf course, vibrant clubhouse, and welcoming membership community.

Brantford will be hosting its sixth national amateur championship after previously hosting the Canadian Junior Boys Championship (1965), Canadian Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship (1997) and the Canadian Men’s Senior Championship twice (1966, 2004). Prior to the 2029 Canadian Women’s Amateur, Brantford will host the 2026 Canadian Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship, presented by BDO.

“Brantford Golf & Country Club is honoured to host the 2029 Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship, welcoming the nation’s top female golfers to one of Canada’s most historic and celebrated venues,” said Dave Newsome, General Manager, Brantford Golf & Country Club.

The Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship debuted in 1901 at the Royal Montreal Golf Club in Montreal, Que., the Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship stands as one of the oldest amateur golf events in the world. Current LPGA Tour stars Ariya Jutanugarn (2012), Brooke Henderson (2013), Hye-Jin Choi (2016), Jennifer Kupcho (2017) and Yealimi Noh (2018) have all lifted the Dutchess of Connaught Gold Cup – though none have matched Marlene Stewart Streit’s record of 11 victories that helped her become the first-ever Canadian inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. Team Canada – NextGen member, Michelle Xing of Richmond Hill, Ont. added her name to the prestigious list of champions this July at The Riverside Country Club in Rothesay, N.B.

As previously announced the 112th playing of the Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship will take place at The Toronto Golf Club in Mississauga, Ont., from July 20-24, 2026.

The full 2026 Golf Canada championship schedule will be announced in the new year.

He was born in India, but according to one of the newest members of the PGA Tour, it was here in Winnipeg where Sudarshan Yellamaraju fell in love with golf.

Yellamaraju played his first competitive round in 2012 at Tuxedo Golf Course finishing fourth overall in the Junior Bantam Championship on the leaderboard at 14-over par 154 shooting back to back rounds of 7-over par 77, just five strokes back of champion John Racciatti Jr. However, his score was good to win the 12 and under division crown, two strokes better than Marco Trstenjak of Elmhurst Golf & Country Club.

Yellamaraju, who credits time at Larters at St. Andrews Golf & Country Club and the Golf Dome for allowing his early development, spoke with Golf Manitoba Director of Communications & Development Brian Munz about the ride it’s been so far and looking ahead to his full time membership on the PGA Tour.

As the leaves turn and temperatures drop across the country, fall is one of the most scenic — and often favourite — times of year to be on the golf course. It also signals the approach of the end of the active season, which varies by province.

Before you pack up your clubs for winter, it’s important to know how fall golf can affect your Handicap Index under the World Handicap System (WHS).

Here are six things to keep in mind:

1. Active seasons vary by Province

The Active Season is the period when scores from your specified area are eligible for handicap purposes. These dates are based on when courses are typically in mid-season condition, as they were when rated.

Weather and course conditions can affect the accuracy of course ratings, which is why scores eventually become ineligible for handicap purposes. Even if the active season is over, you can still post your scores to your Golf Canada account, though they won’t be factored into your Handicap Index.

2. Playing Conditions Calculation (PCC)

Frost delays, soggy lies and swirling winds are all part of fall golf. Conditions can be unpredictable, but the Playing Conditions Calculation (PCC) helps account for tougher days.

PCC is an automatic process that compares daily scores against expected scoring patterns. If enough players post scores outside expectations from the same course on the same day, the WHS adjusts score differentials to reflect difficulty. The PCC only activates if at least eight rounds are posted from the same tee/course, so post your score the same day.

3. Preferred lies and wet fairways

When the ground gets damp, many clubs implement preferred lies (lift, clean and place) to ensure fair play. These rounds are still acceptable for handicap purposes under the WHS, as long as the local rule is in place and the round follows the Rules of Golf. When in doubt, check with the pro shop.

4. Shorter days means more 9-Hole and incomplete rounds

With less daylight in the fall, fitting in 18 holes can be a challenge. The WHS supports posting 9-hole rounds and incomplete rounds (10–17 holes).

As long as you play a full front or back nine, your score can be posted. You’ll receive a score differential for the holes played and the system will combine them to produce an 18-hole differential. Twilight nines are still a great way to keep scores in your record.

5. Playing on aerated greens

Many Canadian courses aerate their greens in the fall. While bumps and sand may affect putting, these scores are still valid.

Rounds played on aerated greens are acceptable, and a PCC adjustment may apply. It’s important to post these scores, even if conditions feel less than ideal.

6. Keep posting your scores

Fall golf in Canada can be both stunning and challenging. While the season may be short, those final rounds still matter in maintaining a fair and accurate Handicap Index.

Whether you’re playing competitively or just enjoying the last stretch of good weather, remember the WHS is designed to account for seasonal conditions.

So don’t put your clubs away just yet — post your scores, enjoy the colours and finish your season strong.

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.