Golf Canada is proud to announce a new partnership with Johnsonville that will see the company become the Official Sausage Partner of Golf Canada and its two signature events – the RBC Canadian Open and the CP Women’s Open.

The partnership positions Johnsonville as the exclusive supplier of sausage products – including their signature bratwurst – at Canada’s National Open Golf Championships beginning in 2022.

Spectators at the RBC Canadian Open and CP Women’s Open will also enjoy sampling new and sensational flavours from one of North America’s leading sausage brands at the Johnsonville Trailer within the Recipe Unlimited Fare Way food and beverage experience.

“We are very pleased to welcome Johnsonville’s globally renowned products as the Official Sausage Partner of the RBC Canadian Open and CP Women’s Open,” said John Sibley, Chief Commercial Officer of Golf Canada. “Golf fans will be treated to a premium food and sampling experience, and we look forward to this partnership enhancing the summer-fun festival vibe across our two flagship properties.”

Johnsonville has remained committed to excellence since its inception in 1945. For the 77-year-old organization, partnering with the National Sport Federation is an opportunity to showcase their signature products to an engaged golf audience at two of Canada’s premier sporting events.

“Our brand has always been one to bring family and friends together around good food and good times – at backyard barbeques and sporting events of all kind. We’re proud to bring golf fans our delicious Johnsonville bratwurst at Golf Canada events and serve as the official sausage of the CP Women’s Open and RBC Canadian Open” said Brad Martin, Managing Director of Johnsonville Canada.

The 2022 RBC Canadian Open will be held June 6-12 at St. George’s Golf & Country Club in Toronto, Ont. with nearby Islington Golf Club as the official practice facility. The CP Women’s Open will be contested August 22-28 at Ottawa Hunt & Golf Club in Ottawa, Ont.

An Active Season is the period of time when acceptable scores from a specified area should be submitted for handicap purposes.  The Rules of Handicapping stipulates that every player is responsible for submitting all acceptable scores into one’s scoring record for rounds played on courses during the active season.

It is the responsibility of authorized provincial golf association to declare active and inactive seasons, with area clubs and players required to observe these dates for score posting purposes. To make this process easier, the Golf Canada Score Centre automatically considers the active season of the course being played when a score is posted and whether it should be included in calculating a player’s Handicap Index.

In Canada, the active season in each province is as follows:

BC =     Mar.1 – Nov.15
AB =     Mar.1 – Oct.31
SK =     Apr.15 – Oct.31
MB =    Apr.15 – Oct.31
ON =    Apr.15 – Oct.31
QC =    Apr.15 – Oct.31
NS =     Apr.15 – Oct.31
NB =     May.1 – Oct.31
PE =     Apr.16 – Nov.14
NL =     Apr.1 – Nov. 30

(NOTE:  Some Lower mainland and Vancouver Island courses may observe a year-round active season). For a list of clubs observing a year-round active season, please contact BC Golf

Scores made at any golf course observing an inactive season are not acceptable for handicap calculation purposes. This is because course conditions during inactive seasons are not consistent with the way that the Course & Slope Ratings were determined, which can impact the accuracy of a player’s Handicap Index.

Scores made at a golf course in an area observing an active season must be posted for handicap purposes, even if the golf club where the player is a member is observing an inactive season. The club’s Handicap Committee must make it possible for a player to post these away scores at the beginning of the active season.

It’s important to note that if you are travelling to other countries or regions, you should confirm their active seasons to ensure all acceptable scores are posted. Your home club needs all acceptable scores (even if played during a Canadian “off-season”) to ensure that your Handicap Index is accurate and reflects your demonstrated ability.

For example, if a player belonging to a golf club in Ontario plays golf in Florida (which observes a year-round active season) during January, any score(s) made in Florida are acceptable and must be submitted to the player’s scoring record. If the player is also a member of a golf club in Florida and Ontario, it is important to remember that all acceptable scores must be posted to each scoring record.  The Golf Canada Score Centre has tools available to link Canadian and USGA accounts, so that a score posted to one account is automatically transferred to the other.  For more information, or to set up this link, please contact members@golfcanada.ca or phone 1-800-263-0009 X399.

For a detailed list of active and inactive schedule in the United States, click here.

For more information on handicapping, click here.

TO ENTER YOUR SCORES FOR AN OFFICIAL HANDICAP, BECOME A GOLF CANADA MEMBER HERE.

FREDERICTON, NB: Golf New Brunswick (Golf NB) is pleased to announce a new one-year partnership with Audi Moncton. The luxury car dealership will serve as the Presenting Sponsor at three of Golf NB’s Championship Events in 2022; The NB Women’s Provincials, Driven by Audi Moncton, the NB Women’s Four Ball, Driven by Audi Moncton, and the Past Presidents’ Cup, Driven by Audi Moncton.

In addition to the presenting sponsor titles, Audi Moncton will become the Official Partner of New Brunswick’s Provincial Team Program. This advanced partnership will see all of New Brunswick’s Provincial Teams Driven by Audi Moncton, by having primary exposure on all team clothing and gear.

Audi Moncton’s multi-platform investment in New Brunswick golf will also benefit the athletes and coaches that comprise Golf NB’s Provincial Team Programs including the Team New Brunswick Junior, Amateur and Senior Squads. 

Scott Killen, General Manager, Audi Moncton calls the new agreement the perfect partnership. “As a brand, we are strong supporters of golf and proud to help grow the game in New Brunswick. The national-level partnership between Audi and Golf Canada makes it easy for us to extend our support to a provincial level. All of us at Audi Moncton are looking forward to this new partnership and are excited about the upcoming season.”

Golf NB Executive Director Luke Lacey said that Golf NB is grateful for the continuous support shown by Audi Moncton. “We are thrilled to again be working with Mr. Killen and his team at Audi Moncton as they rejoin our growing family of partners. Having a prestige brand like Audi Moncton as a title partner will assist us in continuing to provide the ultimate value and enhance the experiences at our championship events”, said Lacey.

The 2022 NB Women’s Four Ball, Driven by Audi Moncton will return to the Gowan Brae Golf & Country Club on June 12th, and the NB Women’s Provincials, Driven by Audi Moncton will be played July 3rd-5th at the Algonquin Resort in St. Andrews. The Past Presidents’ Cup, Driven by Audi Moncton will take place at Golf Pokemouche on September 24th-25th.

About Audi Moncton

Audi Moncton is a perennial award-winning dealership, located in Dieppe NB, servicing all of New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. We offer a large selection of traditional gas-powered vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and all-new fully electric vehicles. Visit us in person or online for more details.

About Golf New Brunswick

Golf New Brunswick (Golf NB), a not-for-profit organization founded in 1934, is the official governing body for amateur golf in New Brunswick.  In January of 2006, the New Brunswick Golf Association (NBGA) officially merged with the New Brunswick Ladies Golf Association (NBLGA), resulting in one united governing body for amateur golf in the province.  Programs offered by Golf NB to its 49 partner facilities and 7,900 individual members include: provincial championships, rules of golf education, course rating and handicap services, and junior golf development programs.

(April 21, 2022) – Canada’s National Open Golf Championships will welcome a new beer partner as Golf Canada has selected Sleeman Breweries and their premium portfolio of beers, led by Sleeman Clear 2.0, as the Official Beer of Golf Canada, the RBC Canadian Open and the CP Women’s Open.

Through the partnership, Sleeman Clear 2.0, the fastest growing light beer in Canada, will be the flagship beer sold at Golf Canada’s two National Open Golf Championships. The iconic beer brand will also engage spectators with fun activations including a custom beer patio at both events as well as an exclusive dedicated VIP viewing area during the RBCxMusic Concert Series at the RBC Canadian Open featuring Flo Rida (June 10) and Maroon 5 (June 11).

“Watching world-class golf and enjoying a premium cold beer is a perfect compliment to celebrate summer festival season. We are thrilled to offer Canadian golf fans an outstanding, premium better-for-you beer in Sleeman 2.0 at the RBC Canadian Open and the CP Women’s Open” said John Sibley, Chief Commercial Officer at Golf Canada. “Sleeman’s quality craftsmanship and proud Canadian identity are well aligned to deliver energy and brewing excellence to Golf Canada’s two signature events.”

As the third largest brewery in Canada, the Guelph, Ont. based Sleeman will work with Golf Canada to host an extraordinary Canadian golf audience with its portfolio of premium-brewed beer, led by Sleeman Clear 2.0.

“We are very excited about the partnership between Sleeman Clear 2.0 and Golf Canada.  It aligns so well with our shared Canadian heritage, commitment to excellence and the active lifestyle of Clear 2.0 drinkers,” said Dana Brochu, Director or Marketing at Sleeman Breweries. With its refreshing taste, low carbs and low calories, Sleeman Clear 2.0 is the perfect beer to help Canadian golf fans “2.0” their experience this summer at these two premier sporting events.”

As the National Sport Federation, Golf Canada will conduct the RBC Canadian Open June 6-12, 2022 at St. George’s Golf & Country Club in Toronto Ont. with nearby Islington Golf Club as the official practice facility. The CP Women’s Open, takes place August 22-28, 2022 at Ottawa Hunt & Golf Club in Ottawa, Ont.

FREDERICTON, NB: Golf New Brunswick (Golf NB) and BrokerLink (Brokerlink Inc.) have announced a new endeavor that will see the insurance brokerage become the Official Practice Partner of all Golf NB Championships.

“We are thrilled to welcome BrokerLink and have them join our growing family of passionate partners,” said Luke Lacey, Executive Director of Golf New Brunswick. “We look forward to connecting Golf NB members with one of Canada’s largest insurance brokerages, offering local service to customers across Atlantic Canada, including New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland.”

As the exclusive practice partner for all Golf NB championships and events, BrokerLink will be present at these events, with special activations planned for practice round days at designated championships.

“Golf NB has a proven track record of conducting premier events in Atlantic Canada, and we are excited to be part of this year’s activities planned to showcase excellence in Canadian golf,” said Erin Kinsman, Group Relationship Specialist – Atlantic, BrokerLink.

The 2022 Golf NB Championship Schedule begins with a sold-out NB Men’s Four Ball Championship, presented by TaylorMade^® Golf Canada on May 28-29, at the Algonquin Resort in St. Andrews, New Brunswick.

About Golf New Brunswick

Golf New Brunswick (Golf NB), a not-for-profit organization founded in 1934, is the official governing body for amateur golf in New Brunswick.  In January of 2006, the New Brunswick Golf Association (NBGA) officially merged with the New Brunswick Ladies Golf Association (NBLGA), resulting in one united governing body for amateur golf in the province.  Programs offered by Golf NB to its 48 partner facilities and 7,600 individual members include provincial championships, rules of golf education, course rating and handicap services, and junior golf development programs.

About BrokerLink

Since 1991, we’ve had a vision: to build a network of trusted insurance brokers across the country, working directly in the communities we serve. With over 200 branches and 3,000 employees, we’re proud to say that BrokerLink has become one of Canada’s largest property and casualty insurance brokerages.

Brokerlink Inc. is a subsidiary of Intact Financial Corporation (TSX: IFC), a certified Kincentric 2021 Best Employer in Canada. For more information, visit BrokerLink.ca or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

TORONTO, Ont. — Featuring a regular season that begins in early June and ends in mid-September, PGA TOUR Canada announced its 2022 schedule Tuesday for the Fortinet Cup as part of the season-long competition. Fortinet announced it will be the Tour’s Cup sponsor as the Tour awards points based on player performance, with a $100,000 bonus pool up for grabs for the top competitors. 

PGA TOUR Canada’s regular season is offering a return to full-action and Korn Ferry Tour membership to the top players, a summer lineup of 11 tournaments beginning in Victoria, British Columbia, and concluding in Kitchener, Ontario. The Tour also will hold an official event outside Canada for the first time when players travel to Brainerd, Minnesota, late in the summer. 

PGA TOUR Canada did not play in 2020 due to issues surrounding the global pandemic, and it organized and hosted a scaled-down, eight-tournament Tour in 2021 mainly for players residing in Canada. This will be the first season since 2019 that features full fields and a path for players to reach the Korn Ferry Tour. 

“This is a significant time in the history of PGA TOUR Canada as we begin the Fortinet Cup era. The Fortinet Cup offers players the ability to compete on some of the best golf courses in Canada—along with the added bonus of another tournament played in the U.S.,” said PGA TOUR Canada Executive Director Scott Pritchard. “Spanning coast to coast, the 2022 schedule is one we are proud to announce and is already setting up for a triumphant return of PGA TOUR Canada.”

“Fortinet is excited to partner with PGA TOUR Canada. The Tour delivers an amazing experience—in equal measure for its fans and golfers. As PGA TOUR Canada’s premier sponsor and the host of Fortinet Cup, our company will bring its deep expertise in cybersecurity innovation to the world of golf,” said Marc Asturias, Vice President of Marketing and Government Vertical at Fortinet Latin America and Canada. “Our partnership furthers Fortinet’s vision to make possible a digital world that we can always trust by securing people, devices, and data everywhere.” 

The season gets underway June 2-5 at a familiar Tour site, Uplands Golf Course, for the newly named Royal Beach Victoria Open presented by Times Colonist. After a scheduled one-week break for the PGA TOUR’s RBC Canadian Open, players will tee it up three weeks in a row, starting the week of June 13-19, at the ATB Classic presented by Volvo Edmonton, followed by the Elk Ridge Open (June 23-26) in the Resort Village of Elk Ridge in Waskesiu, Saskatchewan, and the Prince Edward Island Open in Cardigan (June 30-July 3).  

The Tour observes a two-week break to begin July before resuming action in Ontario, for the Osprey Valley Open presented by Voroantim Cimentos CBM Aggregates (July 21-24) in the Toronto suburb of Caledon. The Ontario Open (July 28-31) in Tottenham is the next week, bringing July to a close. The Quebec Open is scheduled for August 4-7 in Blainville, with another off week preceding the Manitoba Open (August 18-21).

The visit to Minnesota, for the CRMC Championship presented by Gertens (August 25-28), and the next week’s GolfBC Championship (September 1-4) in Kelowna, British Columbia, bring August to an end and takes the players into September. The season concludes September 12-18 at the Fortinet Cup Championship, the Tour’s best players from the Points List assembling for the first time at Deer Ridge Golf Club and the Fortinet Cup final positions decided, as well as the $100,000 bonus pool for the top-10 players. The overall Fortinet Cup champion will pocket $25,000.

“It’s exciting to think where we are beginning and culminating our season, along with the other nine cities and golf courses we’ll visit during the year. There is so much to look forward to, the ATB Classic returning to Edmonton, PGA TOUR player Graham DeLaet serving as the honorary chair at the Elk Ridge Open, having the Ontario Open and its storied history as part of our schedule and visiting TPC Toronto, one of the premier TPC facilities in the network,” Pritchard explained. “Traveling outside Canada to Minnesota for a tournament, with Tom Lehman significantly involved, spending a week in Quebec and moving the GolfBC Championship to a September date for the first time are all things we’re anxiously anticipating.

“In addition,” Pritchard continued, “Prince Edward Island has had to wait a year to make its official debut on our schedule, and Manitoba is also back after a two-year hiatus. It will be great to play our tournaments in those two regions. I simply can’t be more excited about what we will offer this year’s crop of players.”

PGA TOUR Canada began in 2013 as the PGA TOUR’s second International Tour. Since its inception, the Tour has seen 14 of its alums win 16 PGA TOUR titles, while 46 past PGA TOUR Canada players have collected 49 total Korn Ferry Tour victories. 

The Tour has already held five of its seven Qualifying Tournaments to determine its complete 2022 player roster. This week the Tour is conducting its sixth qualifier, in the Tacoma, Washington, area, with the final Qualifying Tournament in Canada to follow. The first five medalists during this Qualifying Tournament season are Alex Herrmann and Austin Hitt (from the Florida tournaments), amateur Jacob Bridgeman (from the Alabama qualifier), Max Marsico (from the Arizona qualifier) and Jake Vincent (from the California qualifier). 

2022 PGA TOUR Canada Schedule

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CHARLOTTE, North Carolina – Today, International Team Captain Trevor Immelman announced his four captain’s assistants for the 2022 Presidents Cup: Canada’s Mike Weir, Korea’s K.J. Choi, Australia’s Geoff Ogilvy, and Colombia’s Camilo Villegas. The foursome will join Immelman at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, Sept. 20-25.

Weir will make his third appearance as captain’s assistant after serving for Price at the 2017 Presidents Cup and in 2019 for Els. The Canadian has competed in five Presidents Cups (2000, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009) and was teammates with Immelman in 2005 and 2007. An eight-time PGA TOUR winner, Weir is 13-9-2 all-time at the Presidents Cup and one of five International Team members with 10 or more match wins in competition.

“In addition to being captain’s assistants together in 2019 at Royal Melbourne, I have had the pleasure of being teammates with Mike on two occasions, as well as playing together on TOUR for many years,” Immelman said.

In 2007, the Presidents Cup was staged in Canada for the first time, with Weir delivering a 3-1-1 record highlighted by a 1-up victory over Tiger Woods in Singles. Weir won eight times on the PGA TOUR, including the 2003 Masters – one of three victories collected that season. The 51-year-old currently competes on PGA TOUR Champions, where he notched his first victory at the 2021 Insperity Invitational.

“When I think of highlights in my career that really stand out to me, the Presidents Cup always makes the top of the list,” Weir said. “The comradery that continues to grow within this team is irreplaceable. We can all sense the momentum that is building, and it’s been exciting to see Trevor’s incredible dedication and focus on his role. I can’t wait to see what tournament week holds for us and to be a part of the 2022 team.”

The 2022 Presidents Cup will be held at Quail Hollow Club, September 20-25. For more information about the Presidents Cup, or to purchase tickets, please visit PresidentsCup.com. 

VICTORIA, B.C. – Team Canada’s National Junior Squad boys and girls teams both finished with top spots on the the leaderboard at Royal Colwood Golf Club to secure the opportunity to play in the 2022 Toyota Junior Golf World Cup.

In the Boys Division, Canada led by one stroke over Puerto Rico heading into Thursday’s final round. A strong showing in the final round by all team members pushed the four-man Canadian squad into securing a solo first place finish at a total of 9 over par. Mexico, who started the day five strokes back from Puerto Rico, rallied to finish 3 under par as a team and secure the second place spot to secure the second qualifying spot in the Boys Division.

Canada was led by Cooper Humphreys of Vernon, B.C., who closed with a 4-under-par 66 to finish in solo third. Medallist honours was tied by Guatemala’s Gabriel Palacios and Mexico’s Manuel Barbachano, whom both concluded the event at 1 under par.

In the Girls Division, Canada had their strongest day of the tournament finishing 8 under par on the day and securing first place with a final team score of 6 under par. 

Yeji Kwon of Port Coquitlam, B.C. led the Canadians to victory tying the course record 6 under par in round three and finishing 2 under par for the tournament (76-72-66). The Canadian trio finished thirteen strokes ahead of runner-up Mexico, earning the one available qualifying spot in the Girls Division.

Canada will be among several other nations to compete in the upcoming Toyota Junior Golf World Cup which takes place at Hakusan Village Golf Club in Tsu City, Mie Prefecture, Japan. The dates of the championship are June 21-24, 2022.

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FREDERICTON, NB: Golf New Brunswick (Golf NB) and Wacky’s Flooring are pleased to announce the creation of an integrated partnership that names Wacky’s as the Official Sponsor of the Golf NB Senior Men’s Player of the Year Challenge.

“At Wacky’s Flooring, we take pride in our high-quality products and services which customers can rely on. Partnering with Golf New Brunswick allows us to support a growing sport while also connecting with New Brunswickers,” said Morgan Brookfield, Director of Marketing, for Creative Flooring Solutions Inc.

This new partnership provides exclusive benefits for Golf NB members. Golf NB & Golf Canada members are eligible to receive a 10% discount on retail pricing with a minimum purchase of $500.00 or more at the Wacky’s Flooring location in Saint John, NB with proof of a valid Golf Canada / Golf NB Membership.

“Golf New Brunswick prides itself on building exceptional relationships with local organizations and companies. We are thrilled to welcome Wacky’s Flooring as an official sponsor and the value-added benefits our members will appreciate,” said Golf New Brunswick Executive Director Luke Lacey.

About Wacky’s Flooring

Proudly serving Atlantic Canada since 1980

Wacky’s Flooring is Atlantic Canada’s leader in the flooring industry. Since 1980, we’ve served the areas of Dartmouth, NS, and now Saint John, NB. We take pride in our high-quality flooring products. With professional installation, available financing, and a three-year warranty on all installations, we strive for total customer satisfaction. 

Golf New Brunswick (Golf NB), a not-for-profit organization founded in 1934, is the official governing body for amateur golf in New Brunswick.  In January of 2006, the New Brunswick Golf Association (NBGA) officially merged with the New Brunswick Ladies Golf Association (NBLGA), resulting in one united governing body for amateur golf in the province.  Programs offered by Golf NB to its 49 partner facilities and 7,900 individual members include: provincial championships, rules of golf education, course rating and handicap services, and junior golf development programs.

Golf New Brunswick (Golf NB) is excited to share the following job opportunity with one of our Partner Facilities.

Moncton Golf Club is currently seeking the services of an Assistant Golf Professional.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Director of Golf and will be responsible for assisting the Director of Golf with the many duties associated with the day-to-day operation of the Golf Course while offering a high level of customer service for members and guests.

Moncton Golf Club is a semi-private 100-year-old club, located in beautiful Riverview, New Brunswick, this 18-hole golf course overlooks downtown Moncton. Throughout its history, the Club has hosted several National and Provincial events

Please CLICK HERE for the Job Description.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 15th, 2022

APPLICATIONS
Interested professionals, please forward your resume, in confidence.

Email: kathy@monctongolfclub.nb.ca