CALEDON, Ont. – Golf Canada and Signature Kitchen Suite (SKS) are pleased to announce a new partnership that names SKS the official Kitchen Appliances Partner of Golf Canada as well as the RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open.

The partnership connects SKS with Golf Canada’s premier national platforms, reaching an engaged audience in a trusted, aspirational environment where performance, craftsmanship and elevated experiences are celebrated.

“We are proud to welcome SKS as the new Official Kitchen Appliances Partner of Golf Canada,” said Mark Palmer, Chief Commercial Officer, Golf Canada. “As SKS continues to expand its presence in Canada, we’re excited to align with a premium brand that shares our commitment to performance, precision and elevated experiences that are hallmarks of both world-class golf and luxury craftsmanship.”

Launched in Canada in 2020, SKS is a luxury appliance brand delivering advanced cooking, refrigeration and ventilation solutions designed to elevate modern culinary experiences. Developed for a new generation of discerning consumers, what SKS calls the Technicurian, the brand blends precision engineering, intelligent innovation and refined design to support a more progressive, forward way of living. Through advanced performance, connected capabilities and thoughtful craftsmanship, SKS empowers those who value both technology and experience to elevate how they cook and live every day.

SKS will bring an interactive fan activation to life at the RBC Canadian Open at the ninth green at TPC Toronto, offering guests a hands-on opportunity to experience the brand’s precision-driven innovation and connected capabilities through engaging, culinary-inspired demonstrations.

“Golf Canada’s premier events provide an exceptional platform to connect with Canadian audiences who value performance, design and elevated experiences,” said Mareike Greve, Head of Marketing, Signature Kitchen Suite. “At SKS, we design for the Technicurian – those who are driven by curiosity, appreciate innovation and take pride in living ahead of the curve. This partnership allows us to showcase how precision engineering, intelligent features and thoughtful design come together to create meaningful, elevated experiences both in and beyond the kitchen.”

For more information on SKS (Signature Kitchen Suites) and its offerings, please visit sksappliances.com.

The 2026 RBC Canadian Open will take place June 10-14 at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in Caledon, Ont. For more information or to purchase tickets, please click here. The 2026 CPKC Women’s Open will take place August 19-23 at Royal Mayfair Golf Club in Edmonton, Alta., for more information or to purchase tickets, please click here.

156 of Canada’s top junior golfers to compete over 54 holes in Parksville with exemptions into the Canadian Junior Boys and Girls Championships on the line

PARSKVILLE, B.C. – Golf Canada’s 2026 championship season kicks off on Friday, May 1, at Morningstar Golf Club in Parksville, B.C. with the NextGen Pacific Championship.

The 54-hole stroke play competition gets underway with a practice round on Thursday, April 30, and championship rounds beginning on Friday, May 1. After 36 holes, the field will be cut to the top 50 Junior Boys and top 20 Junior Girls, including ties, for the final round which wraps up on Sunday, May 3.

The starting field will feature 156 male and female competitors – 111 Junior Boys and 45 Junior Girls – vying for a spot into their respective Canadian Junior Championship later this summer. Among those competing in Parksville include Team Canada – NextGen member and NextGen Pacific boys defending champion Maxim McKenzie of Chilliwack, B.C. On the girls’ side, 2025 NextGen Western champion Yeeun (Jenny) Kwon will compete this week, looking for her second NextGen title. In addition to her win last season, Kwon finished as runner-up at both the NextGen Prairie and Atlantic championships and fifth at the NextGen Pacific Championship.

The top eight players in the Junior Boys division will earn exemptions into the 2026 Canadian Junior Boys Championship, presented by BDO, August 11-14, at Wascana Country Club in Regina, Sask. The top eight players (including ties) in the Junior Girls division will earn exemptions into the 2026 Canadian Junior Girls Championship, presented by BDO, August 11-14, at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (Heathlands Course) in Caledon, Ont. In addition, the top three players in each division who are eligible, will earn exemptions into the Canadian U15 Championship, presented by BDO at Loyalist Country Club in Bath, Ont., August 25-27.

Morningstar Golf Club was established in 1991 and is renowned for its beautifully manicured greens, offering true rolls and exceptional playing conditions throughout the season. Set among natural woodland and gentle elevation changes, the greens are as visually striking as they are strategically designed, rewarding skilled play while remaining enjoyable for golfers of all levels. Beyond the course, Morningstar proudly supports the local community by hosting tournaments, charity events, donating to charities in and around the community, and special gatherings, making the club a welcoming place to connect, celebrate, and give back.

“Morningstar Golf Club is proud to host the 2026 NextGen Pacific Championship and continue our long history or hosting major provincial and national championships across all demographics. Players can expect to be challenged by a wide variety of holes that weave through a dense coastal forest. A good mix of doglegs left, and doglegs right will put a premium on shot shaping and control of the golf ball. Once on the greens players will face small undulating surfaces where finding the right tier will be key,” said Brad Clapp, General Manager, Morningstar Golf Club. “Our members and staff are proud to host and show off their home club which is evident by the overwhelming response to volunteering opportunities.”

To follow the live leaderboard of the NextGen Pacific Championship, click here.

About the NextGen Championships

The NextGen Championships are a high-performance junior golf series which totals six competitions. From May to July, six championships will take place across Canada where the region’s best junior golfers will compete to earn exemptions into their respective 2026 national junior championships. NextGen Championships provide junior players an opportunity to develop and showcase their skills at the highest level of tournament golf.

CALEDON, Ont. – The National Facility Awards for Junior Golf were established in 2022 to shine a light on the Golf Clubs and facilities across Canada going above and beyond to develop young Canadian golfers. These awards focus on facilities that provide exceptional experiences for their juniors by way of access, programming, development, and competition.

“The National Facility Awards for Junior Golf continue to be an incredible showcase of the country’s top clubs supporting junior golf in Canada,” said Ryan Logan, Director of External Relations, Golf Canada. “This year’s awards program was highlighted by outstanding achievements from coast to coast to coast, further elevating the quality of programming, expanding access, and deepening community partnerships that foster welcoming, accessible, and safe environments for young Canadians. We are honoured to celebrate these 2025 award winners and to shine a spotlight on the remarkable work being done to support junior golf nationwide. Congratulations to all the finalists and winners!”

The 2025 winners and finalists are as follows:

Youth on Course Program Location of the Year

Awarded to a facility that demonstrates exceptional commitment to youth golf development by providing extensive course access through Youth on Course, leading to more juniors playing at a subsidized rate throughout the calendar year.

WINNER: South Ajax Golf Club (Ajax, Ont.)

With 494 unique participants, South Ajax Golf Club had another outstanding Youth on Course season, with juniors playing a total of 2,712 rounds during the 2025 golf season, up from 1,433 rounds the previous season. Youth on Course is integrated alongside the club’s existing junior programs, ensuring it complements the offerings already in place. By allowing participants to play at any time and actively tracking rounds through the Youth on Course portal, South Ajax Golf Club maintains strong operational standards. The club’s ongoing engagement with juniors highlights its commitment to supporting Youth on Course and fostering a thriving junior golf environment.

Finalist: The Nest at Cabot Cape Breton (Inverness, N.S.)

Finalist: Meridian Hills Golf Club (Surrey, B.C.)

Tournament Host of the Year
Awarded to a facility that gives back to junior golf by embracing the opportunity to host junior competitions. The facility creates an excellent tournament experience for players and involves the local community through volunteers and fundraising support.
 
WINNER: Gowan Brae Golf & Country Club (Bathurst, N.B.)

Gowan Brae Golf & Country Club was the host of the 2025 Canadian Junior Boys Championship, presented by BDO. The club staff, led by Adam Chamberlain and the Host Club Committee, led by Shawn Patterson, both excelled in the planning and execution stages of what was an incredible championship. The club recruited upwards of 150 volunteers to ensure that competitors and guests alike were welcomed with typical East Coast hospitality. Despite an unusually dry and hot summer, the golf course remained in impeccable condition thanks to the tireless efforts of the greens staff. The event had a professional feel from start to finish, and Gowan Brae shined as a national championship host club.

Finalist: Pitt Meadows Golf Club (Pitt Meadows, B.C.)

Finalist: Club de Golf Sainte-Marie (Sainte-Marie, Que.)

First Tee Program Location of the Year

Awarded to a First Tee – Canada Program Location that demonstrates excellent enrolment in First Tee – Canada programming and makes a significant impact on growing participation among new juniors within its community.
 
WINNER: Antigonish Golf Club (Antigonish, N.S.)

Antigonish Golf Club has fully embraced First Tee in their second season offering programming. By developing meaningful relationships within their community, and creating unique fundraising opportunities, they were able to increase participation from 12 juniors in their first season, to 120 in 2025 – an increase of 900 percent. They offered six, six-hour First Tee programs at maximum capacity, and an additional six-hour, all girls session in the fall. Antigonish Golf Club’s dedication to accessibility and fostering a safe environment has created life-enhancing golf experiences for youth from all backgrounds in Atlantic Canada.

Finalist: Broadmoor Public Golf Course (Sherwood Park, Alta.)

Finalist: Cultus Lake Golf Club (Cultus Lake, B.C.)

Grassroots Junior Program of the Year

Awarded to a facility or academy program that is excelling at creating new junior golfers through local programming.

WINNER: Bowen Island Golf Club (Bowen Island, B.C.)

A returning finalist from 2024, Bowen Island continued to grow their impressive programming into 2025. In addition to free golf and club rentals for juniors, the club has connected with schools and youth programs in the area, as well as hosting various community events throughout the summer, making the club as accessible as possible for young golfers in the area. In 2025, Bowen Island registered over 1,500 rounds played by juniors, all free of charge.

Finalist: The Oaks of St. George Golf Club (Paris, Ont.)

Finalist: Paragon Golf & Country Club (Kingston, N.S.)

Junior Golf Opportunity Award

Awarded to a facility that provides exceptional access and membership opportunities for junior golfers. Special consideration is given to facilities with strong non-family sponsored junior programs and facilities with fundraising programs to help athletes compete at provincial, national, and international competitions.

WINNER: Glendale Golf & Country Club (Winnipeg, Man.)

With programming available for children as young as three, Glendale Golf & Country Club offers a stellar, well-rounded junior golf experience. From first swings and introductory clinics to summer camps and family events for recreational players, season-long challenges and competitive opportunities, Glendale supports juniors at every stage of their development. The club’s commitment to access and growth ensures young golfers not only build golf skills but develop a lasting love for the game.

Finalist: Club de golf Lotbinière (Saint-Gilles, Que.)

Finalist: The Marshes Golf Club (Ottawa, Ont.)

Competitive Junior Program of the Year

Awarded to a facility or academy program with many junior athletes competing in provincial and national championships and earning strong results in those championships.

WINNER: Club de golf de la Vallée du Richelieu (Sainte-Julie, Que.)

Club de golf de la Vallée du Richelieu demonstrates a deep commitment to developing young athletes into high-performing golfers. Supported by a foundation dedicated solely toward growing their junior programming, the club provides a comprehensive training environment that combines targeted on-course practice with off-course specialists in physical training, nutrition and sport psychology. This dedication is evident in their golfers’ successes, with many juniors competing provincially, and an impressive nine players representing the club at the 2025 Canadian Junior Boys and Girls Championships.

Finalist: Summit Golf Club (Richmond Hill, Ont.)

Finalist: Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Club (Surrey, B.C.)

Golf Canada extends its congratulations and heartfelt thanks to all winners and finalists for their dedication to junior golf. Their efforts continue to shape the future of the sport, ensuring young golfers across the country have the opportunities and resources available to succeed.

For more information about the National Facility Awards for Junior Golf, please visit golfcanada.ca/national-facility-awards-for-junior-golf/.

If you have any questions regarding the awards or nomination process, please feel free to email NFAJG@golfcanada.ca.

OAKVILLE, Ont. – Golf Canada is proud to announce the first nationally sanctioned pathway connecting simulator golf to an on-course national competition.

Off-Course Member Facilities of Golf Canada now have the opportunity to host and participate in the inaugural BDO National League indoor qualifier. Players who compete in facility-run simulator leagues will have the opportunity to advance to outdoor Provincial Finals as part of the BDO National Golf League.

“We are excited to offer this new pathway for players that compete in off-course leagues,” said Tim McLaughlin, Chief Marketing Officer. “This new pathway brings great value to off-course member facilities and offers their customers a competitive pathway tied to a national championship. This opportunity also creates greater connectivity between off-course and on-course facilities.”

Off-Course Member Facilities must host a simulator league that concludes by August 31 to be eligible. Competition is facility-defined while being supported by the standardized league guidelines provided by Golf Canada. Following the season of simulator league play, the top player at each participating facility will be eligible to advance to an outdoor Regional Final in their home province.

Top Regional Final teams advance to the National Championship, held the Saturday prior at the host venue of the RBC Canadian Open.

Golf Canada Off-Course Membership connects facilities to Golf Canada’s national off-course strategy, giving access to recognized leagues, marketing exposure, and programs that promote participation, engagement and the growth of off course golf.

To become an Off-Course Member Facility, click here. For more information on facility membership and the new player pathway please contact offcoursegolf@golfcanada.ca.

Maria Jose Marin wins the prestigious seventh annual Championship

AUGUSTA, Ga. – Vanessa Borovilos set a new record for best finish by a Canadian at the 2026 Augusta National Women’s Amateur (ANWA) in Augusta, Ga. on Saturday.

Borovilos, 19, of Etobicoke, Ont. finished the tournament T11 at 5-under following rounds of 66-73-72 in her first appearance at the ANWA. Borovilos, currently ranked No. 24 on the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) passed Lauren Kim of Surrey, B.C. and Monet Chun of Richmond Hill, Ont. who were previously tied for the best finish by a Canadian at ANWA at T14, Chun in 2023 and Kim in 2024.

Borovilos found herself one shot back of the lead following Wednesday’s opening round with a bogey free, 6-under 66. Her final round on Saturday got off to a hot start with three birdies through the first four holes before a double bogey on No. 7. Borovilos grabbed two more birdies on Nos. 12 and 15 before finishing bogey-double bogey on the final two holes to finish even par for the day and 5-under for the championship.

Aphrodite Deng, 16, of Calgary, Alta. (No. 12 WAGR) was also making her ANWA debut and recorded rounds of 72-69-73 to finish the tournament T19 at 2-under.

Lauren Kim, 20, of Surrey, B.C. (No. 14 WAGR) finished with rounds of 68-71-78 to finish alone in 30th at 1-over. Kim also set a new record for number of ANWA appearances by a Canadian, with her third this year.

Maria Jose Marin, 19, of Cali, Colombia entered the day one shot back of Asterisk Talley of Chowchilla, Calif. but fired a 4-under 68 to finish 14-under to win by four and become the first Colombian to win the ANWA.

Marin grabbed four birdies on her first nine with one bogey. She birdied No. 13 before getting into some trouble on the Par-5 15th but escaped with bogey and followed up with a birdie-par-par finish to secure the title.

Marin (No. 7 WAGR), a junior at the University of Arkansas has enjoyed a successful run since winning the NCAA Division I Women’s Golf Individual title last May. In addition to collegiate honours, Marin won the South American Women’s Amateur and the Women’s Amateur Latin America title, as well as making the cut at both the U.S. Women’s Open and the Amundi Evian Championship.

Marin was making her fourth appearance at ANWA with previous finishes including a missed cut in 2025, T30 in 2024 and T14 in 2023.

With her win, Marin has earned an exemption into the next five ANWA Championships, provided she remains an amateur. In addition, she has earned exemptions into four major championships on the LPGA Tour this season including the Chevron Championship, U.S. Women’s Open, Amundi Evian Championship and the AIG Women’s Open.

Talley got off to a roaring start with three birdies from her first four holes to move to 14-under heading into the second nine. However, a score of 42 on the second nine brought her to 3-over for the day, finishing T4 at 8-under. Talley was runner-up last year, narrowly missing out of the title by one shot to Carla Bernat Escuder of Spain.

Andrea Revuelta (No.3 WAGR) of Spain finished in second at 10-under, Soomin Oh (No. 10 WAGR) of Republic of Korea finished third at 9-under. Four other golfers were tied with Talley in fourth at 8-under including Yunseo Yang (Republic of Korea), Meja Örtengren (Sweden), Raegan Denton (Australia) and World No. 1 (WAGR), Kiara Romero (United States).

The 72-player field competed over 54 holes of stroke play with a cut following the second round. The opening 36 holes were contested on the Island and Bluff nines at Champions Retreat Golf Club in Augusta. On Friday, the full field played a practice round at Augusta National Golf Club, followed by Saturday’s final round contested at Augusta National.

For the final leaderboard of the 2026 Augusta National Women’s Amateur, please click here.

Golf fans will be able to enjoy a Copper Rose signature cocktail at both of
Canada’s National Open Championships this summer

OAKVILLE, Ont. – Golf Canada and Copper Rose Distillery are pleased to announce a renewed multi-year partnership agreement that sees the Canadian company continue as the Official Vodka of Golf Canada as well as the RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open.

Through the renewed partnership, Copper Rose will offer fans attending Canada’s National Open Championships a signature cocktail and premium product sampling within their activation spaces located in The Fareway, along with a VIP sampling experience in select hospitality areas at both the RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open.

“We are proud to continue our partnership with a proudly Canadian company, Copper Rose,” said Mark Palmer, Chief Commercial Officer, Golf Canada. “Their increased presence and premium offerings will provide an exceptional experience for our fans at both National Open Championships this summer.”

Founded in 2022 and proudly based in Amherstburg, Ont. Copper Rose produces premium vodka handcrafted with the finest Canadian rye grain and distilled 12 times for a silky, smooth finish. The velvety spirit delivers a premium pour perfect for sipping or mixing with cocktails. Copper Rose was proudly awarded a gold medal along with the Innovation award at the 2025 SIP Awards.

“We are thrilled to extend our partnership with Golf Canada as the official vodka,” said Melissa Roberts, CEO and Managing Director, Copper Rose Distillery. “As a distinctly Canadian brand rooted in craftsmanship and quality, this continued collaboration reflects our shared pursuit of excellence and exceptional experiences. We look forward to raising a glass with golf enthusiasts across the country.”

For more information on Copper Rose Distillery and its offerings, please visit copperrose.ca.

The 2026 RBC Canadian Open will take place June 10-14 at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in Caledon, Ont. for more information or to purchase tickets, please click here. The 2026 CPKC Women’s Open will take place August 19-23 at Royal Mayfair Golf Club in Edmonton, Alta., for more information or to purchase tickets, please click here.

Record number of Canadians in the field for the seventh playing of the
prestigious amateur event set for April 1-4

Four Canadians set for Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals on April 5

AUGUSTA, Ga. – Seventy-two of the world’s best women’s amateur golfers are set to compete at the seventh playing of the Augusta National Women’s Amateur (ANWA) in Augusta, Ga. later this week.

Three Canadians will be in the field with led by 16-year-old Aphrodite Deng of Calgary, Alta., 20-year-old Lauren Kim of Surrey, B.C. and 19-year-old Vanessa Borovilos of Etobicoke, Ont., setting the record for number of Canadians playing in the prestigious annual championship.

Deng is currently Canada’s lowest ranked amateur golfer on the World Amateur Golf Rankings (WAGR) at No. 11 and will be making her debut at the ANWA. Last season, Deng won the 76th U.S. Girls’ Junior Championship, becoming the first Canadian to do so and earned her exemption to Augusta. Deng added two additional wins last season including the 2025 Junior Invitational at Sage Valley and the 2025 Mizuho Americas Open. She was named the junior player of the year by the American Junior Golf Association. In addition, Deng won the Marlene Stewart Streit Medal as the Low Amateur at the 2025 CPKC Women’s Open, finishing T20 at 4-under. Earlier this month, Deng finished T4 at the Girls’ Junior Invitational in South Carolina.

Kim (No. 18 WAGR) will make her third appearance at the ANWA, setting the record for appearances by a Canadian. The 2023 Canadian Women’s Amateur champion is currently in her junior year at the University of Texas and has won two collegiate titles in her career – the first in her freshman year at the Jackson T Stephens Cup and last year at the Betsy Rawls Invitational. She also represented Canada at the Women’s World Amateur Team Championship last fall. This season, Kim has earned four top 10 finishes, including a runner-up finish last week at the Charles Schwab Women’s Collegiate Invitational and six top 25 finishes for Texas.

Borovilos (No. 25 WAGR) will also make her first appearance at the ANWA, but not in Augusta, having competed in four editions of the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals, winning the Girls 10-11 age division in 2018. She is currently in her sophomore year at Texas A&M University and won her second career collegiate title in February at the Moon Golf Invitational. Her first win came as a freshman at the Chevron Collegiate. In addition to her win last month, Borovilos has added two additional top fives this season and three top 10’s for Texas A&M.

The Field

The field of 72 athletes features the some of the top female amateurs in the world, including the top 23 players currently on WAGR, 48 of the top 50 and 67 players within the top 100.

No. 1 on WAGR, Kira Romero (San Jose, Calif.) leads the field and will be competing in her third ANWA after finishing T7 last year. Romero received the 2025 Mark H. McCormack Medal as the leading female on WAGR and made the cut at both the CPKC Women’s Open (T36) and U.S. Women’s Open (T45) last year. She is in her junior year at the University of Oregon and won her second tournament of the year last week at the Charles Schwab Women’s Collegiate Challenge in Fort Worth, Texas.

Several players in the field have competed in Canada recently including the 2025 Canadian Women’s Amateur and multiple World Junior Girls Golf Championships.

Three members of the Republic of Korea’s past two World Junior Girls Championship winning teams will be at ANWA including Soomin Oh (No. 9 WAGR) who won both team and individual honours in 2023, Seojin Park (No. 28 WAGR) who earned team honours in 2024 and 2025 and Yunseo Yang (No. 33 WAGR), 2025 team honours. Yang also recently won the Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship in New Zealand in February.

In addition, all three members of Spain’s 2022 championship team will be in Augusta including Paula Martin Sampedro (No.2 WAGR), Andrea Revuelta (No.3 WAGR) and 2022 individual champion Cayetana Fernandez Garcia-Poggio (No.27 WAGR).

Two-time CPKC Women’s Open Low Amateur medalist and 2022 ANWA winner, Anna Davis of Spring Valley, Calif. will be competing in her fifth championship.

Other past World Junior Girls Championship participants include…

Meja Örtengren (No. 5 WAGR) – Sweden

Maria Jose Marin (No. 7 WAGR) – Colombia

Arianna Lau (No. 35 WAGR) – Hong Kong, China

Sara Brentcheneff (No. 38 WAGR) – France

Chloe Kovelsky (No. 42 WAGR) – United States

Louise Landgraf (No. 46 WAGR) – France

Rocio Tejedo (No. 47 WAGR) – Spain

Charlotte Back (No. 61 WAGR) – Germany

Nikki Oh (No. 69 WAGR) – United States

Scarlett Schremmer (No. 71 WAGR) – United States

2025 Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship runners-up Macy Pate of Winston-Salem, N.C. (No. 30 WAGR) and Eunseo Choi of New Zealand (No. 55 WAGR) are also in the field.

Tournament Format

The 72-player field will compete over 54 holes of stroke play with a cut following the second round. The top 30 players and ties will advance to the final round. If there is a tie following 54 holes, the champion will be decided by a sudden death playoff.

The opening 36 holes will be contested on the Island and Bluff nines at Champions Retreat Golf Club in Augusta. On Friday, April 3 a practice round for all competitors will take place at Augusta National Golf Club, followed by the final round on Saturday, April 4 at Augusta National.

Past Champions

2019 – Jennifer Kupcho (USA) -10

2021 – Tsubasa Kajitani (Japan) +1 *defeated Emilia Migliaccio in playoff

2022 – Anna Davis (USA) -1

2023 – Rose Zhang (USA) -9 *defeated Jenny Bae in playoff

2024 – Lottie Woad (England) -8

2025 – Carla Bernat Escuder -12

Canadian Results at ANWA

Lauren Kim and Monet Chun are tied for the best finish by a Canadian at ANWA at T14, Chun in 2023 and Kim in 2024. Kim’s appearance in 2026 will give her the most by a Canadian with three.

Brigitte Thibault (Rosemère, Que.) – 2019 (MC), 2021 (MC)

Savannah Grewal (Mississauga, Ont.) – 2022 (MC)

Monet Chun (Richmond Hill, Ont.) – 2023 (T14 at +3)

Lauren Kim (Surrey, B.C.) – 2024 (T14 at +2), 2025 (MC)

Where to watch

Round 1 – Wednesday, April 1 – Golf Channel – 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Round 2 – Thursday, April 2 – Golf Channel – 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Round 3 – Saturday, April 4 – TSN & NBC – 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.

*All times are EDT

For the full field, historical information and more on the ANWA, please click here.

Canadians set to compete at 2026 Drive, Chip, and Putt National Finals

Four Canadians will be competing in the 12th annual Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals taking place on Sunday, April 5 at Augusta National.

Yien Li of Aurora, Ont. will be competing in the Boys 7-9 division, Evelyn He of Toronto, Ont. will be competing in the Girls 10-11 division, Nathan Khera of Oakville, Ont. in the Boys 10-11 division and Audrey Lu of Woodbridge, Ont. in the Girls 12-13 division.

Prior to this year, 18 past Drive, Chip and Putt National Finalists have gone on to compete in ANWA including Canada’s own Savannah Grewal, who won the Girls 14-15 division in 2017 and went on to compete at ANWA in 2022. Vanessa Borovilos, the 2018 Girls 10-11 division champion will join the list this year.

To view all the 2026 finalists, please click here. The Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals will be broadcast on the Golf Channel beginning at 8:00 a.m. EDT. For more information, please visit drivechipandputt.com.

2025 Annual Report & Financial Statements are now available.

Longtime Rules Official Nancy Layton recognized as

2025 recipient of the Bruce Mitchell Volunteer of the Year Award

Volunteers Roger Beach and Brenda McIlwaine along with media producer Jamie Reidel recognized with Golf Canada’s 2026 Distinguished Service Award

Long-time Golf Canada contributors Rob MacDonald and Michel St-Laurent appointed
Honorary Life Governors in recognition of their remarkable contributions to the sport.

Alena Sharp, Peter Broome, Pat Bradley and Lee Trevino inducted
into the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame

OAKVILLE, Ont. – Golf Canada’s 2026 Annual General Meeting concluded on Wednesday, March 11 with the election of Adam Daifallah of Montréal, Que. to serve a second term as the 118th President of the National Sport Federation.

A volunteer with Golf Canada since 2013, Daifallah joined the Board of Directors in 2018 and recently concluded his first term as president. Prior to becoming president, he served two consecutive terms as vice president (2023-2024). Daifallah is currently a Senior Managing Director at Teneo, the global CEO advisory firm, with responsibility for Teneo’s Montréal office. Previously he was co-founder and Managing Partner of the public affairs firm HATLEY Strategy Advisors, which was acquired by Teneo in 2020. Prior to that, Daifallah practiced law at the Montréal office of Norton Rose Fulbright (then Ogilvy Renault), sat on the editorial board of the National Post, and was Washington correspondent of The New York Sun. He is co-author of two books on Canadian politics. A link to Daifallah’s full bio is here.

“Golf Canada remains committed to fostering a sport that is more accessible, more inclusive, more innovative, and more deeply connected to communities across the country. It is an honour to continue to serve as president of Golf Canada and help to lead this vision alongside the board and staff, led by CEO Laurence Applebaum,” said Adam Daifallah, President, Golf Canada. “The energy surrounding Canadian golf has never been stronger, and the opportunities ahead have never been greater. This moment calls for a continued commitment to shaping Canadian golf with intention, innovation, and unity.”

Based on the Report of Golf Canada’s Nominating Committee, Daifallah will be joined on the 2026 Board of Directors by returning Vice President, Jean-Sébastien Monty of Montréal. They will lead the 13-member Board of Directors who will work closely with Golf Canada CEO Laurence Applebaum and Golf Canada’s management team.

Returnees to the Board of Directors include Steven Young (Banff, Alta.), Louise Patry (Montréal, Que.), Nafeez Hirji (Calgary, Alta.), Peter Broome (Jupiter, Fla.), Lori Dithurbide (Halifax, N.S.), Pamela Huff (Toronto, Ont.), Katie Mahon (Kingston, Ont.), and Brittany Marchand (Mooresville, N.C.).

New additions to Golf Canada’s Board of Directors include former CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie (Toronto, Ont.), Kendra Koss (Calgary, Alta.) and Ron Lloyd (Toronto, Ont.).

For the biographies of Golf Canada’s Board of Directors, click here.

As part of its virtually conducted Annual General Meeting, Golf Canada also released the organization’s 2025 Annual Report including its Financial Statements which are available here.

Nancy Layton named 2025 Bruce Mitchell Volunteer of the Year

In celebration of volunteerism, Golf Canada recognized Nancy Layton of Ayer’s Cliff, Que. as the 2025 recipient of the Bruce Mitchell Volunteer of the Year Award. A dedicated advocate for the Rules of Golf, Layton is longtime volunteer with Golf Canada and Golf Quebec and currently serves as Chair of the Rules Education Subcommittee. Layton has contributed countless hours and is considered a mentor to many, both on a national and provincial level, through her work in the Rules of Golf. For the full story, click here.

Roger Beach, Brenda McIlwaine, and Jamie Reidel recognized with Golf Canada’s 2026 Distinguished Service Award

Golf Canada announced that a trio of accomplished contributors – long-time volunteers Roger Beach of Oakville, Ont. and Brenda McIlwaine of Belvedere, P.E.I. along with media producer Jamie Reidel of Kitchener, Ont. – have been named the 2026 recipients of Golf Canada’s Distinguished Service Award for their tremendous contributions to Canadian golf. Click here for more.

Rob MacDonald and Michel St-Laurent appointed Honorary Life Governors

Rob MacDonald of Winnipeg, Man. and Michel St-Laurent of Longueuil, Que. received the organization’s highest volunteer honour as they were named Honorary Life Governors for their outstanding contributions to the organization. Click here for more.

Alena Sharp, Peter Broome, Pat Bradley and Lee Trevino named as 2026 inductees into the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame

The Canadian Golf Hall of Fame announced on Tuesday that accomplished professional golfer Alena Sharp, global industry executive Peter Broome and former professional golfers Pat Bradley and Lee Trevino have been selected for 2026 induction into the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame. Sharp will be inducted into the players category and Broome will be inducted into the Builder category, while Bradley and Trevino will be inducted into the new international category. The group becomes the 90th, 91st, 92nd and 93rd honoured members of the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame. For more information, click here.

Golf Canada’s 2026 Annual Meeting was conducted virtually on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, with volunteers, staff, member clubs, and industry stakeholders participating.

Long-time Golf Canada contributors receive the organization’s highest volunteer honour

OAKVILLE, Ont. – Golf Canada is pleased to appoint Rob MacDonald and Michel St-Laurent as Honorary Life Governors for the outstanding contributions to the organization as long-time volunteers.

“On behalf of the Honorary Life Governors Selection Committee, we are proud to welcome two individuals whose contributions have made a lasting impact on both the game of golf and on Golf Canada,” said Roland Deveau, Chair, Honorary Life Governors Selection Panel. “Rob and Michel are truly deserving of this prestigious honour, and we thank them for their long-time commitment to the game and to Golf Canada.”

The appointment of an individual as an Honorary Life Governor is the highest honour which can be bestowed upon Golf Canada volunteers. All Past Presidents of Golf Canada including the former Canadian Ladies Golf Association are Honorary Life Governors.

In 2020, a change to Golf Canada’s by-laws permitted individuals who are not past presidents to be named as Honorary Life Governors. Since then, Golf Canada has welcomed Barb Allen and Jim Clark (2022), Mike Richards and Pat Thompson (2023), Doug Roxburgh (2024), and Diane Barabé, Robert Laing and Teri Yamada (2025) as Honorary Life Governors.

Honorary Life Governors have an individual vote at Golf Canada’s Annual and Special General Meetings. The selection panel will consider the overall service record of those nominated including local, regional, national, and international service with prime consideration for service to Golf Canada. In addition, length and level of service are also taken into consideration.

Rob MacDonald – Winnipeg, Man.

Rob MacDonald has been an active volunteer with Golf Canada since 2011 but his service to the game in Canada spans more than three decades at the club, provincial and national levels.

Following his appointment to the Governors’ Council in 2011, MacDonald joined Golf Canada and served on the Council until 2013, including Provincial Council which he Chaired in 2014 and 2015. MacDonald served on Golf Canada’s Board of Directors from 2014 to 2020 and played a key role in strengthening Golf Canada’s governance and financial oversight during his tenure. In addition, he served on the Audit & Risk Committee from 2013 to 2020 which included Chairing the Committee for five consecutive years (2016-2020). MacDonald also functioned as Chair of the Investment Committee in 2014 and 2015 and currently serves on the Nominating Committee, since 2023. His leadership has contributed to the long-term stewardship of Golf Canada’s financial assets.

MacDonald has been an active volunteer with Golf Manitoba since 1992. At the provincial level, he has served as President of the Manitoba Golf Association (2000-2001) and as President of Golf Manitoba (2011-2013). MacDonald is a long-time member of Elmhurst Golf & Country Club in Winnipeg, Man. where he has served as Club President, member of the Board of Directors as well as various committees with the Club.

Michel St-Laurent – Longueuil, Que.

For over 20 years, Michel St-Laurent held important governance roles for the former Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) on its Board of Governors and Executive Committee along with Golf Canada’s Governors Council and Board of Directors.

St-Laurent has also functioned as Chair of the Amateur Status Committee (2006-2009), Treasurer (2008), and represented Canada on The R&A’s Amateur Status Committee (2008-2009), a committee which governs and sets the Rules of Amateur Status for the golf world. In addition to his extensive executive work, St-Laurent holds Canada’s highest referee certification and has officiated tournaments across provincial, national, and international levels for 35 years.

He has served as a volunteer at all levels of tournaments and as Chair of both national and international championships. He was Chair of both the Canadian Men’s and Women’s Amateur Championships when they celebrated their respective 100^th anniversary, both won by 15-year-olds – the 2004 Men’s Amateur at Beaconsfield Golf Club won by Darren Wallace and the 2013 Women’s Amateur at Club de golf Beloeil won by Brooke Henderson. St-Laurent also served as a Tournament Chair for both the 2011 CPKC Women’s Open at Hillsdale Golf Club and the 2014 RBC Canadian Open at Royal Montreal Golf Club.

St-Laurent has also served on Golf Quebec’s Board of Directors, including a term as President in 2001 and currently serves on the Selection Committee for the Quebec Golf Hall of Fame. St-Laurent served two terms as President at Beloeil Golf Club in Beloeil, Que. (1985-86 and 2004-05) and as Club Captain (2013-14). He currently volunteers at Club de Golf La Vallée du Richelieu in Sainte-Julie, Que. as men’s captain and continues to serve on the tournament duty roster for Golf Canada competitions.

The three recipients will be celebrated later this season
for their outstanding contributions to Canadian golf

Oakville, ON – Three accomplished contributors to Canadian golf will be acknowledged for their dedicated efforts to the game as the 2026 recipients of Golf Canada’s Distinguished Service Award. 

Long-time Golf Canada volunteers Roger Beach of Oakville, Ont., Brenda McIlwaine of Belvedere, P.E.I. and media producer Jamie Reidel of Kitchener, Ont. will be acknowledged for their contributions to Canadian golf.

“Golf Canada is proud to honour Roger Beach, Brenda McIlwaine and Jamie Reidel as our 2026 Distinguished Service Award recipients,” said Adam Daifallah, President, Golf Canada. “Their commitment and dedication to supporting our sport is truly impactful and is felt across our country. Their work continues to leave a remarkable impact on golf in Canada, and we are proud to honour and recognize them for their significant contributions.”

Golf Canada’s Distinguished Service Award has been presented annually since 1993 to recognize individuals who have had an outstanding impact on Canadian golf either nationally or within their community.

The announcement of the 2026 Distinguished Service Award honourees coincides with Golf Canada’s Annual General Meeting, conducted virtually on Wednesday, March 11 at 1:00 p.m. EDT.

The presentation of the Distinguished Service Award to this year’s honourees will be celebrated later this season at events and locations to be determined. 

Golf Canada 2025 Distinguished Service Award Honourees:

Roger Beach (Volunteer) – Oakville, Ont.

Roger Beach has been an instrumental contributor to Golf Canada Heritage Services since joining as a volunteer in 2015. His most notable contribution has been helping to restore, curate and digitize the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame, devoting one to two days a week over the past decade. He has also been a valued contributor in planning and executing external Hall of Fame events, including the annual Induction Ceremony. His commitment to volunteerism is also made evident in his creation of a database that incorporated the past 28 years of Golf Canada volunteers from across the country along with their related committee memberships. In addition to his work with Heritage Services, Beach has served on several Golf Canada standing committees including the Investment Committee (2017-2021), Human Resources Committee (2018-2020) and Governance Committee (2021-2024). In 2020, Beach was appointed a Governor of Golf Canada and was a member of the organization’s Diversity and Inclusion Alliance. He later joined the Audit and Risk Management committee in 2025. On leaving school, Beach joined the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), in St. Lucia which ultimately led to a 42+ year career with the bank that included posting to South America, other Caribbean islands and London, England. He was transferred to Toronto in 1985. Beach is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Certified General Accountant (CGA) and a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) and holds the internationally recognized Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA) and Chartered Management Accountant (FCMA) professional accounting designations from the United Kingdom (UK). Beach is also the recipient of the Order of Niagara for his volunteer work and community outreach with St. Jude’s Anglican Church in Oakville, Ont.

Brenda McIlwaine (Volunteer) – Belvedere, P.E.I.

Brenda McIlwaine’s contributions as a volunteer to the growth of golf in Atlantic Canada have been exceptional and most impactful through her work in Handicap and Course Rating. McIlwaine has been an active volunteer and course rater with the Prince Edward Island Golf Association (PEIGA) since 2007. She was later invited to join the Association’s Board of Directors, serving as a Board member from 2008-2018, including two terms as President (2015-2017). In addition, she served as a member of Golf Canada’s Governors Council and the National Course Rating Committee. McIlwaine was a mentor to members of the PEIGA Course Rating team during her time on the Committee. She attended multiple national and regional training courses where she shared her valued knowledge and experience. McIlwaine has also been an avid supporter of advancement of the women’s game, coordinating the PEIGA Senior Ladies Tour from 2010-2017. While coordinating the tour, she also focused on promoting the sport for women and partnered with member courses to allow the tour to play across P.E.I. As a champion for women’s golf and development, she started the “Girls Golf Camp” in 2016. What initially started with one facility and 20 participants has now grown to multiple locations across the province. McIlwaine’s extensive volunteer resume has seen her serve on numerous committees over the years and her love for the sport has directly led to membership growth, particularly in female participation in her home province. In addition, McIlwaine served two terms as president of the women’s branch at Belvedere Golf Club in Charlottetown (2012-13 and 2025-26). Today, McIlwaine remains dedicated to her passion in handicapping and course rating and continues to support members and golf facilities within the PEIGA.

Jamie Reidel (Media) – Kitchener, Ont.

For more than 25 years, Jamie Reidel has been an influential force for golf coverage in Canada. Working as a lead producer with TSN/Bell Media, Reidel has played a pivotal role in bringing the game to life for Canadian audiences, delivering in-depth coverage of the sport’s biggest moments and its top players. Leading a team of talented hosts, reporters, camera operators and production staff, Reidel has shaped the way golf is covered and presented across a number of platforms including television, radio and social media. His work brings Canadians in-depth coverage of both the RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open and golf’s most prestigious events, highlighted by TSN’s extensive coverage of The Masters, as well as The Players Championship, PGA Championship, U.S. Open and The Open Championship. Together with Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Weeks, the duo has covered more than 100 golf championships for TSN/Bell Media. Beyond live event coverage, Reidel has produced thousands of reports for TSN SportsCentre and Golf Talk Canada ensuring Canadians stay informed about the game’s biggest names and stories. He has been instrumental in showcasing Canadian golf talent, providing coverage of legends like Mike Weir and Lorie Kane and today’s stars including Brooke Henderson, Nick Taylor, Corey Conners and many others. In addition to his extensive production work, Reidel has demonstrated a strong commitment and collaboration with Golf Canada. Whether producing or adjusting content to highlight Canadian success stories, Reidel has been a trusted partner dedicated to elevating the profile of Canadian golf. While his work is largely behind the scenes, his impact is undeniable and his contributions have profoundly shaped how golf is consumed in Canada.