One of the core principles of the World Handicap System (WHS) is fairness. For golfers of all skill levels to compete equitably, handicaps must reflect a player’s demonstrated ability as accurately as possible. A key part of achieving this is peer review — a principle that promotes transparency, accountability and integrity in the game.

What is peer review?

In the context of handicapping, peer review is the process by which fellow golfers, club members and club officials can view — and, if necessary, question — the scores a player submits for handicap purposes. It ensures that a player’s scoring record is open to reasonable scrutiny, promoting a culture of trust within the club.

The concept is simple: golf is largely self-regulated. With no referee overseeing every round, players are responsible for recording and attesting to scores in a manner that reflects the true spirit of the game. Peer review provides a safeguard within the self-managed system, allowing the golf community to support the integrity of each player’s scoring record.

What’s expected of golfers?

For peer review to work effectively, golfers are expected to:

• Submit all acceptable scores: This includes both competition and casual rounds played under the Rules of Golf, ensuring the Handicap Index is a true reflection of ability.
• Be truthful and transparent: Players should not manipulate scores to influence their handicap.
• Play by the Rules of Golf: Proper rules knowledge and consistent application ensure scores are fairly comparable across players and courses.
• Support fellow members: If there are irregularities or concerns with a player’s scoring record, golfers are encouraged to raise them constructively through the club’s handicap committee.
• Attest when required: In formal competitions, signing a fellow competitor’s scorecard is a direct form of peer review.
• Understand the Rules of Handicapping: A basic understanding of the WHS can help players know what should or shouldn’t be done on course or when posting a score.

Benefits to the club

Peer review strengthens the golfing community at your club in several ways:

• Promotes fairness: By discouraging manipulation and encouraging accountability, it ensures that competitions are won by ability rather than questionable handicaps.
• Builds trust: Knowing everyone is playing on a level field fosters confidence in the system and the club environment.
• Supports the handicap committee: Peer review provides the committee with valuable feedback, helping them address anomalies or investigate unusual scoring patterns.
• Encourages participation: When members trust the system, they are more likely to take part in competitions and club events.

Benefits to the World Handicap System

On a broader scale, peer review is fundamental to the integrity of the World Handicap System:

• It ensures a player’s Handicap Index is portable and meaningful worldwide.
• It provides a consistent, player-driven safeguard against misuse of the system.
• It maintains the reputation of the WHS as a fair and credible measure of golfing ability.

Golf has long been known as a game of honour. Peer review reinforces that tradition within the modern framework of the World Handicap System. By being open, honest and supportive of one another, golfers not only protect the integrity of their own handicap but also help sustain the fairness of the game at their club and around the world.

Ella Kozak has made a solid first impression on her new school.

Following a transfer from Western Carolina to Idaho University over the summer, the Yorkton product led the Vandals to an eighth place performance in her first tournament out west, the Yellowstone Intercollegiate. At Riverside Country Club in Bozeman, Montana on Sept 15. and 16 Kozak shot 69, 77, and 73 leading to a tie for 15^th overall.

The team travelled to Spokane, Washington for the Kalispel Invitational at Kalispel Golf and Country Club on Sept. 22 and 23. Kozak went 74, 74, 77 to tie for 25^th place. Idaho was fifth in the team standings.

The Vandals will be in Tacoma, Washington on Sept. 29 and 30 for the Pat Lesser Harbottle Invitational at Tacoma Country and Golf Club.

After making her collegiate debut earlier in September, reigning Amateur Women’s Championship title holder Chloe Wills was in action again last week. The Kyle product and her Drury University teammates were in Springfield, Illinois for the Dan Salisbury Invitational at Piper Glen Golf and Social Club on Sept. 15 and 16. Wills shot 81, 83, and 79 for a solid 11^th place finish. The Panthers were fourth in the team category.

Drury returns to the course on Oct. 6 and 7 for the Grace Shin Invitational at the Golf Club of Edmond in Edmond, Oklahoma.

Adam Husli of Regina was in action again last week competing for the University of Providence Argos at the Dickinson State Invite on Sept. 15 and 16. Husli shot rounds of 78, 76, and 81 at Heart River Golf Course in Dickinson, North Dakota. His 19-over par through 54 holes left Husli in 32^nd place. The Argos were eighth in the team competition.

Next up is the Beartooth Invitational hosted by Rocky Mountain College in Laurel, Montana on Sept. 29 and 30.

In Tulsa, Oklahoma on Sept. 15 and 16, Saskatchewan Amateur Championship winner Luke Cote and the Southern Arkansas University Muleriders were on the course competing in the NSU Men’s Classic at Page Belcher Golf Course. It was a rollercoaster event for the Regina product on route to a tie for 82^nd. Cote shot 79 in round one, then a spectacular 69 in the middle round, but a third round score of 74 dropped him seven spots on the leaderboard.

The Muleriders were tied for sixth as a team. The annual Battle for the Belt in Hot Springs, Arkansas is next on Sept. 28 and 29 at Hot Springs Country Club.

In Greensberg, Pennsylvania on Sept. 22 and 23 Alex Swinnerton has another collegiate podium finish and fellow Waskesiu Golf Course junior graduate Guillermo Salazar has a top 10 placing for the Indianna University of Pennsylvania (IUP) Crimson Hawks.

At the Hannastown Collegiate Invitational at the Hannastown Country Club Swinnerton carded rounds of 71, 69, and 73 to tie for third overall. Salazar shot 74, 70, and 76 to tie for 10^th place.

The Crimson Hawks were third as a team. Salazar was competing as an individual. IUP travels to Johnstown, Pennsylvania on Sept. 29 and 30 for the Kyle Ryman Memorial hosted by Tiffin University at the Mohawk Golf and Country Club.

Nipawin product Cole Taylor began his junior season at Park University from Sept. 16 to 18 at the Park University Gilbert Shootout. Round one was played at Whirlwind Golf Club in Chandler, Arizona with the Buccaneers home course of Las Colinas Golf Course in Queen Creek, Arizona being the site of the final two rounds. Taylor shot 71, 78, and 75, tying for 24^th place.

The Bucs were sixth in the team competition. Park is in Hobbs, New Mexico on Oct. 6 for the three round Battling in the Dessert hosted at Rockwood Community Links.

September has been busy for Saskatoon’s Chase Pochylko.

Following Nicholls University’s first event early in the month the Colonials hit the highway to Memphis, Tennessee for the Grover Page Classic at The Links at Audubon on Sept. 15 and 16. Pochylko opened with a 71, fired a 73 in round two and jumped 22 spots up the leaderboard thanks to a 68 in the final round. The Riverside Country Club player ended up tied for 32^nd, Nicholls was tied for 11^th as a team.

The Colonials packed up and headed to The Raven Golf Club in Destin, Florida on Sept. 22 to 24 for the Sandestin Collegiate. Pochylko fired rounds of 78, 79, and 71, that left him in a tie for 73^rd.

Nicholls was 13^th as a team. The LaTour Collegiate on Oct. 20 and 21 in Matthews, Louisianna is the Colonials next tournament.

Justin Miller of Saskatoon has his best finish in his collegiate career to date. The Riverside Country Club member led the Southwestern Community College Spartans ‘B’ team to a seventh place finish at the one round Graceland Fall Invitational in Lamoni, Iowa on Sept. 18. Miller stroked a 2-over par 74 to tie for sixth overall. The Spartans ‘A’ team won the event.

The Spartans are back in action on Sept. 29 at the Frye Lake Golf Club in Sherrard, Illinois at the Battle for the Mississippi.

On Thursday (Sept. 18) 24 players competed in the Saskatchewan final of the BDO National Golf League (NGL) with two teams earning the right to represent Saskatchewan in Ontario.

Winning the women’s event was the team of Lori Beale and Barbara Dean from the Royal Regina Golf Club (RRGC). The duo picked up 41 Stableford Scoring System Points at the RRGC.

Taking the overall championship was the team of Ryan Neustaeter and Ron Bailey from Swift Current. They edged Matt Sawyer and Sean Lamb in a playoff after both teams tied with 43 Stableford Scoring System Points.

Successful teams from the Provincial Championships will receive an exclusive merchandise prize pack and an all-expenses-paid trip to play in the BDO National Golf League Championship, taking place at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley right before the 2026 RBC Canadian Open. Here, 52 two-player teams will go head-to-head over 18 holes in a best ball net Stableford format to seize glory on the national stage.

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.

The Wascana Country Club (WCC) just south of Regina has been announced as the host of the 2025 Canadian Junior Boys Championships next August.

Golf Canada made the announcement on Sept. 10 that the nation’s amateur golf governing agency would return to the WCC for the first time since the CP Women’s Open in 2018 historically won by Brooke Henderson. The last amateur championship hosted at Wascana was the 2017 Mid-Amateur Men’s Canadian Championships. Head Professional Brad Lovatt is passionate about junior golf and is ecstatic to welcome the best under-19 players to his club.

“We are truly honoured that Wascana Country Club has been selected to host the 2026 Canadian Junior Boys Championship,” Lovatt said. “This event brings together the best up and coming golfers from across the country, and we are excited to welcome them to our course.”

Over 150 players competed in the 2025 Canadian Junior Boys Championships at Gowan Brae in Bathurst, N.B. The same calibre of field will be expected in Regina including local member Austin Nesbitt. Lovatt said this opportunity is a special one for the province.

“Junior golf has always held deep meaning for me personally, and this championship represents an incredible opportunity for both our club and the broader golfing community in Saskatchewan. It will be a privilege to showcase our facility while supporting the next generation of Canadian golf talent,” he said.

Golf Canada will open registration early in 2026, Saskatchewan players wanting to compete in the event that will run from Aug. 10 – 14 are encouraged to enter when registration opens.

A journey that started five years ago for Ian McLaren to play every golf course (to the Regina history teachers’ knowledge) in Saskatchewan is now complete.

McLaren’s parents enjoyed the game and used many small town clubs and restaurants for date spots over their years. McLaren took note of that and half a decade ago he started keeping track of courses he played and vowed to check them all off his list.

At the time of an interview on the Evan Bray Show on Newstalk in Regina, McLaren had played 209 of 212 courses he could find in the province. A small pitch and putt south of Saskatoon was on his list, as was the Saskatoon Golf and Country Club (SGCC). McLaren managed to play the par three course, then was able to tackle the SGCC leaving arguably the best for last, Riverside Country Club.

With assistance from Head Pro Earl Scott, General Manager Robert Klombies, and Golf Saskatchewan the team at Riverside provided McLaren a tee time on Sept. 20 to complete the cycle.

McLaren chatted after his round at Riverside was completed where he provided advice to people tentative about playing new clubs, the beauty of Saskatchewan, and just how amazing the people of Saskatchewan are.

In golf, par is one of the most familiar — and sometimes misunderstood — terms. It’s more than just a number on a scorecard. Par is the benchmark that helps golfers measure performance, compare scores and set personal goals. Whether you’re logging a casual round with friends or competing in a tournament, knowing what par means can make the game more enjoyable and less intimidating.

What is par?

Par is the standard number of strokes a scratch golfer (a golfer with Handicap Index of 0.0) is expected to achieve on a hole under normal playing conditions. This includes two putts on the green plus the strokes needed to reach it from the tee.

• Par 3: One stroke to the green, two putts.
• Par 4: Two strokes to the green, two putts.
• Par 5: Three strokes to the green, two putts.

Guidelines for establishing par are outlined in the Rules of Handicapping and are determined mainly by hole length for each gender.

Why correct par values matter

With the World Handicap System (WHS), the assigned par for each hole — and for the course overall — carries weight well beyond tradition. Correct par values affect:

1. Course Handicap calculations: par is part of the formula that determines your Course Handicap. Wrong values can mean golfers aren’t receiving the right number of strokes.
2. Posting scores: your maximum hole score (net double bogey) is tied to par. Incorrect values can inflate or deflate a Handicap Index.
3. Tournament play: formats such as Stableford, scoreboards and competition fairness all rely on accurate par values.
4. Enjoyment and expectations: understanding par helps golfers set realistic goals and celebrate achievements.

Net par – a personal benchmark

While par reflects the standard for a scratch golfer, net par adjusts that benchmark for each player’s ability. It is calculated by adding the handicap strokes you receive to the hole’s par.

• A golfer with a Course Handicap of 18 receives one stroke per hole. On a par 4, a score of 5 is considered net par.
• A beginner who receives two strokes on a par 5 can take 7 and still record a net par.

Why net par matters

• Builds confidence: meeting your personal standard is a real accomplishment.
• Creates realistic goals: helps golfers focus on progress at their own pace.
• Makes the game more enjoyable: encourages healthy competition against yourself, not just against par.

Enjoy the game to its fullest

Focusing only on par can discourage newer or higher-handicap golfers. Net par reframes each hole as a personal challenge and allows every golfer to find success.

By understanding both par and net par, you can:

• Track improvement more meaningfully
• Compete fairly with players of different skill levels
• Celebrate the small wins that make golf so rewarding

Take the next step

Par and net par aren’t just numbers. They are tools to help you enjoy the game more. Make sure your club is using correct par values and that you’re posting scores accurately.

If you or your club have any questions about par, reach out to Golf Canada’s Memberships team or visit Golf Canada’s Handicap Resources to learn more.

Understanding par is the first step to playing your best—and enjoying golf to its fullest.

Alex Swinnerton of Saskatoon has started his senior fall season at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) on a strong note.

On Sept. 4 and 5 the Crimson Hawks were in St. Clairsville, OH. for the Wheeling Invitational. Swinnerton shot back-to-back rounds of 71 to tie for fourth overall and lead IUP into a second place finish in the team competition.

The Crimson Hawks then headed to Canton, OH. for the Malone-Glenmoor Fall Invitational at Glenmoor Country Club. The Riverside Country Club member had a rollercoaster event on Sept. 8 and 9. Swinnerton opened with an 83 in round one but bounced back with a 69 in the middle round. In the third round he shot 74 to finish tied for 20^th overall. IUP was fifth in the team standings.

Next up is the Hannastown Collegiate Invitational on Sept. 22 and 23 in Greensburg, PA.

Chase Pochylko’s third season at Nicholls University is underway.

The Colonials were in Choudrant, LA. for the Argent Financial Classic at Squire Creek Country Club on Sept. 7 to 9. Pochylko opened with a 76, his second round was 77, and the final round he shot even par 72. Nicholls was 17^th in the team standings, Pochylko was tied for 87^th.

The Colonials are on the course Monday and Tuesday in Memphis, Tenn. for the Grover Page Classic. To follow Pochylko’s score click here.

Saskatoon’s Justin Miller is getting plenty of rounds and competitions in with Southwestern Community College (SCC).

The Spartans’ fall season began in August with the Highland 36 hosted by Highland Community College at Park Hills West Course on the 22^nd. Miller carded rounds of 75 and 83 leaving him in a tie for 32^nd overall in Freeport, Ill. Southwestern had two teams in the one day event, the ‘B’ team with Miller was fifth place.

SCC travelled to Creston, IA. for the War at the Moor on Friday, Aug. 29 at Crestmoor Golf Club. Miller tied for 10^th with a 73 in the 18-hole tournament. His team was seventh.

On Sept 9, Miller and the Spartans had one team in the NIACC Invitational at Highland Park Golf Course in Mason City, IA. Miller carded a 75 in the one round event which tied him for 38^th place. SCC was first overall in the team category.

On Sept. 18 the team heads to Lamoni, IA. for the Graceland Fall Invitational at Lamoni Golf and Country Club.

Also competing in Mason City was Saskatoon’s Anthony Pesenti. The Riverside Country Club member is just starting his collegiate career at Waldorf University. He shot 83 in his college debut. The Warriors were seventh as a school.

Pesenti and the Warriors headed to Monmouth, Ill. for the Monmouth Invitational on Sept. 13 and 14. The Warriors team won the event, however Pesenti was in his second event as an individual. Playing at Gibson Woods Golf Course Pesenti carded rounds of 87 over 36 holes to place 51^st.

Sept. 20 is Waldorf’s next event, that’s in Storm Lake, IA. for the Buena Vista Invitational.

Hudson Heistad of Avonlea had to transfer schools after his original commitment, but the change of scenery has left the Long Creek Golf and Country Club member with plenty of opportunities.

Heistad made his debut for Earlham College on Aug. 29 and 30 in Battle Creek, Mich. for the Lou Collins Invitational. He shot rounds of 82 and 76 over two days to secure a tie for 15^th in his first ever event. The Quakers were tied for sixth out of 10 schools.

On Sept. 5 Earlham was in Muncie, Ind. for the one day, 36 hole Delaware Community College Shootout. With rounds of 77 and 74 Heistad was 17^th overall. The team was seventh.

Heistad had another top 20 finish over the weekend as well. In Richmond, Ind. for the Forest Hills Fall Invitational Heistad shot 81 and 77 at Forest Hills Country Club leaving him in 16^th place.

The Quakers again were seventh as a team. Earlham will take a break before hitting the road to Harrison, OH. for their next event on Sept. 27 and 28.

Saskatchewan Amateur Women’s champion Chloe Wills made her collegiate debut last week. The Kyle product and the Drury Panthers were in Henryville, Ind. for the UIndy Fall Invitational at Champions Pointe Golf Course. Wills shot 80, 80, and 82 in her college debut leaving the Saskatchewan Landing Golf Resort player in 48^th place. The Panthers were 10^th as a team.

Wills is in action again on Sept. 15 and 16 in Springfield, Ill. for the Dan Salisbury Memorial Collegiate Invitational at Piper Glen Golf Course. To follow along click here.

Adam Husli of Regina was in action for the first time this fall with the University of Providence Argos on Sept. 8 and 9. The Spartans hosted four schools and five teams at Eagle Falls Golf Club in Great Falls, Mont. Husli shot rounds of 86, 76, and 80. Providence was fourth out of five teams.

The Spartans are in Dickinson, N.D. on Monday (Sept. 15/16) for the Dickinson State Invite.

Many more players will make their fall debuts this week, to see more click here.

Golf Saskatchewan has donated $10,000 to the Youth on Course program in the prairies.

The donation coincides with the recent Youth on Course 100 Hole Hike at Silverwood Golf Course in Saskatoon. Golf Saskatchewan Executive Director Brian Lee hiked the 100 holes at the par three course on Aug. 28 and announced the donation.

“Youth on Course is a fantastic organization that allows juniors to get on the course for $5, we have three clubs signed up in Saskatchewan right now. Between promotion of the 100 Hole Hike and this donation we can get more involvement from courses in the province and the prairies,” Lee said.

Valleyview Golf Club in Delisle, Deer Valley Golf Club north of Regina and Harbor Golf and RV Park in Elbow are the three courses that offer the program.

The Prairies 100 Hole Hike has brought in over $15,000 in funding. Golf Canada’s National Manager of Youth on Course and Events, Nathalie Mihalek was thankful to the participants.

“Thanks to Silverwood Golf Course, our hikers were able to play 100 holes on foot in one day and rally their networks to raise crucial funds to make golf more affordable and accessible. These funds will give more youth the chance to experience the game we love and its life-changing opportunities.”

For more information on Youth on Course or to donate to the 100 Hole Hike click here.

Former Canadian National Open Championship venues,
Wascana Country Club and TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley
to host prestigious national amateur championships

OAKVILLE, Ont. – Golf Canada is excited to announce the host venues for the 2026 Canadian Junior Boys Championship and 2026 Canadian Junior Girls Championship, both presented by BDO and running August 10 – 14, 2026.

The Canadian Junior Boys Championship will take place at Wascana Country Club in Regina, Sask. and the Canadian Junior Girls Championship will be contested at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (Heathlands course) in Caledon, Ont. The 2018 CPKC Women’s Open, won by Brooke Henderson was contested at Wascana, while the 2025 RBC Canadian Open was held at TPC Toronto on the North course.

“Golf Canada is incredibly proud to hold both of our Canadian Junior Championships at properties with such prestige and experience hosting both the CPKC Women’s Open and RBC Canadian Open,” said Mary Beth McKenna, Director, Amateur Championships and Rules, Golf Canada. “We appreciate all the work and enthusiasm from both Wascana and TPC Toronto for their continued support of our amateur championships and we are excited for both fields to compete at two of the top venues in our country next summer.”

The Wascana Country Club has a proud history dating back to 1911. Founded by a small group of Regina residents, Wascana was envisioned as more than a golf course, it was created as a true country club, a place for recreation, relaxation, and connection just beyond the growing city.

Today, the lush par-72 Wetlands Course stretches over 6,900 yards from the Championship tees, spanning 170 acres of natural beauty. Designed to both challenge and inspire, the course offers multiple tee options, ensuring an enjoyable experience for golfers of all skill levels.

“Wascana Country Club is honoured to host the 2026 Canadian Junior Boys Championship, one of Golf Canada’s premier national events and a proud milestone for our club. This championship is a chance to showcase our championship-calibre course, vibrant membership, and commitment to developing Canada’s next generation of golf talent,” said Craig Prentice, General Manager, Wascana Country Club. “We look forward to welcoming players and families to Regina for a true prairie experience, and to delivering a first-class event through the dedication of our staff, volunteers, and entire Wascana community.”

Inspired by Ireland’s Portmarnock Golf Club, the Heathlands course’s fescue-covered dunes, pot bunkers and severely sloped greens pay homage to classic golf design with one of the truest tests in Ontario. 

Opened in 1992, the Heathlands course harkens back to golf’s beginnings and the dune-swept hills of traditional Irish links. Once the carefully guarded secret of local aficionados, the course has become a favourite of those seeking a traditional golf experience and a stirring challenge that pays homage to the simple-yet-brilliant creativity of classic golf design. Heathlands is ranked in the top 25 for public golf courses in Canada and has been the long-time host venue of the Osprey Valley Open, a PGA TOUR Americas event.

“We are incredibly proud to welcome these outstanding young golfers to TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley for the 2026 Canadian Junior Girls Championship. Hosting this prestigious event on our Heathlands course is a tremendous honour, and we look forward to showcasing not only our championship venue but also the warm hospitality of our community. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the global growth of the game and inspire the next generation of players,” said Chris Humeniuk, President, TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley.

The Canadian Junior Boys Championship was established in 1938 and has seen those who claimed the Silver Cup go on to serve memorable careers in the game of golf, including Canadian Golf Hall of Famers Doug Silverberg (1950), George Knudson (1955), Gary Cowan (1956) and Doug Roxburgh (1970), as well as current PGA TOUR stars Nick Taylor and Adam Svensson who each won the tournament in 2006 and 2012 respectively. The Juvenile division has featured in the tournament since 1970, with the winner receiving the Jack Bailey Trophy. Only 12 players have claimed both the Juvenile and Junior championship in the same year, with Dawson Lew of Toronto, Ont. the most recent to accomplish the feat last month.

The Canadian Junior Girls Championship was first contested in 1955 and operated by the former Canadian Ladies Association (CLGA) until the amalgamation of CLGA and Royal Canadian Golf Association (now Golf Canada) in 2005. The Canadian Junior Girls Championship has a long list of distinguished past champions that have etched their name on the Brokenshire Trophy. Past champions include Canadian Golf Hall of Famers Sandra Post (1964-66), Betty Stanhope (1956), Judy Darling (1957), Gail Harvey Moore (1958-1960) and Gayle Borthwick (1961). In addition, LPGA Tour players, Alena Sharp (1999), Brooke Henderson (2012) and Maddie Szeryk (2013). Stollery Family Team Canada Women’s Head Coach Salimah Mussani (1996) is also a past Canadian Junior Champion. Last month, Shauna Liu of Maple, Ont. successfully defended her title to become the ninth multi-time winner of the national championship and the first back-to-back winner since Heather Kuzmich in 1982.

The full 2026 Canadian Amateur Championship schedule will be announced in the new year.