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Education Fund

Supporting the future of Canada’s golf industry by helping emerging leaders pursue education and training opportunities.

The NGCOA Canada Foundation provides scholarship grants to eligible students that are enrolled in or accepted to a recognized Canadian college or university program. Up to five scholarship grants are awarded each year to help recipients take the next step in their careers.

Successful scholarship candidates are awarded a $1,000 financial grant, one complimentary delegate registration to the next Golf Business Canada Conference & Trade Show, and up to $1,000 in travel expenses covered to attend the Conference. The GBC Conference brings together powerful educational and networking elements through keynote sessions, expert-led breakouts and social engagements that are invaluable to attendees.

Applications accepted May 1–July 31, 2026.

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Review Criteria

Review the criteria and guideline sbelow to ensure the qualifications are met. If questions arise regarding application criteria please contact us.

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Apply Online

Complete the application form in full. The application period will close on July 31, 2026.

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Follow Up

After completion of this form you may be contacted by a member of the Fund Management Committee if any questions arise from your application.

Application Process and Evaluation Criteria

After submitting the application form, applicants may be contacted by a member of the Fund Management Committee for a brief conversation to discuss their goals, educational plans, and interest in pursuing a career in the golf industry.

  • Final decisions are not made until the Committee completes its review process and receives Board approval for any recommended scholarship awards.
  • Please be aware that applications may be declined and that any scholarship funding received from the Foundation may be considered taxable income by the Canada Revenue Agency.

Evaluation Criteria:

Applications will be reviewed based on several factors, including:

  • Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.

  • Current employment in the Canadian golf industry or a demonstrated intention to pursue a career within the industry.

  • Enrollment in, or acceptance to, an educational program, certification, training course, or professional development opportunity related to the golf industry.

  • Commitment to professional growth.

  • Quality and completeness of the submitted application.

  • Any supporting documentation provided as part of the application.


Please ensure the application includes the following to help us review your submission promptly:

  • A clear outline of your career goals and how the requested education or training will support your future in the golf industry.

    • Your written summary letter should include (but not be limited to): What attracted your interest in a golf industry career, your career path goals after graduation, why are you applying for this scholarship and any other information you feel is relevant to your application.

  • Confirmation of enrollment or acceptance into the relevant educational program, course, or training opportunity (if applicable).

  • A brief description of current or previous involvement in the golf industry.

  • Government-issued identification.

  • Two letters of recommendation.
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About the Golf Business Canada Conference

The Golf Business Canada Conference & Trade Show is Canada’s premier annual event for golf course owners and operators. The Conference brings together industry leaders for education, networking, and business development.

Held in a different Canadian city each year, the conference offers scholarship recipients a rare opportunity to immerse themselves in the industry they are preparing to enter. For emerging professionals, attendance is a chance to connect directly with golf course operators who represent some of the very employers they may one day work for, putting a face to a future career and building relationships that can open doors long after graduation.