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Fore Learning Professional Development Program

The PGA of Ontario Fore Learning Professional Development Program is designed to help members learn, grow, and advance both personally and professionally.

This program delivers valuable learning opportunities to PGA of Ontario professionals through a mix of virtual and in-person sessions focused on practical skills, leadership growth, and career development at every stage.

We’re excited to share what the PGA of Ontario has lined up for 2026.

Included in our 2026 Professional Development programming will be a series of Assistants & Associates Network (AAN) sessions.

The schedule below highlights each offering and notes whether it will take place online or in person — don’t miss out on a great year of learning and connection.

2026 Professional Development Offerings

FEBRUARY
Details & Signup

Chapter Tour Stop #1: "Optimizing Performance" supported by CoachNow Academy

Monday, February 9, 2026
In-person @ Deer Creek Golf Club
Details & Signup

Assistants and Associates Network (AAN) - Building Your Own Teaching Brand

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Virtual via Zoom
Details & Signup

Virtual World Handicap System Webinar 

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Virtual via Zoom
Details & Signup

Chapter Tour Stop #2: "The Competitive Advantage" supported by Titleist

Monday, February 23, 2026
In-person @  TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley

MARCH
Details & Signup

Rules, Set-Up & More: Practical Golf Knowledge for Every Professional

Monday, March 2, 2026
In-Person @ The Thornhill Club
Details & Signup

Assistants and Associates Network (AAN) - Working Abroad

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Virtual via Zoom

SPRING 2026
Details & registration
coming soon

Assistants and Associates Network (AAN): Connecting In-Person 

Spring 2026
Date: TBD
In-Person - Location TBD

 

Past Professional Development Offerings

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Assistants and Associates Network (AAN) - The First 100 Days as a Head Professional

Session Focus:
This session will explore the immediate priorities, expectations, and realities of stepping into a Head Professional role. Panelists will share lessons learned from their first 100 days, including leadership challenges, relationship-building with staff and members, managing expectations, and setting yourself up for long-term success.

Speakers:    
Jake Adams, Head Professional @ St. Thomas Golf & Country Club    
Matt Bacon, Director of Golf @ Muskoka Bay Club    
Brad Brown, Head Professional @ Lora Bay Golf Club    
Meghan McDougall, Head Professional @ Wildfire Golf Club

  
Details                          

Fore Learning: Negotiating and Landing in Your New Role

Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Virtual via Zoom

  
Details       
Fore Learning: Mastering the Art of Interviewing
Monday, November 24, 2025
Virtual via Zoom
  
Details

Club Fitting & Building Session

Thursday, February 5, 2025
In-person @ The Virtual Golf Club with Stew Bannatyne and Matt Sim