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St. George's has hosted the Canadian Open six times and underwent major restorations to recapture Stanley Thompson's original design, including work by Tom Doak and Ian Andrew.
About
St. George's Golf & Country Club, designed by Stanley Thompson in 1929, consistently ranks among the best courses in Canada and globally. Featuring rolling fairways, strategic bunkering, and undulating greens, it challenges all golfers. The club has hosted multiple Canadian Opens and offers top-tier facilities, blending tradition and modern comforts in a scenic Toronto setting.
Caddie Tip
Club selection is crucial at St. George’s, particularly on the challenging closing stretch where precise approach shots and clever course management make a major difference. Avoid short-siding yourself around crowned greens, use the run-up areas, and stay below the hole for best birdie chances—especially on the demanding 16th, 17th, and 18th holes.
The Main Challenge
The greatest challenge at St. George’s lies in its undulating greens, strategic bunkering, and the back nine’s demanding closing stretch. The final three holes in particular require shotmaking focus, club selection, and confident putting. With tight, twisting fairways and challenging approach angles, even top pros must play their best to score.
The Good
Golfers rave about St. George’s strategic variety and historical pedigree. The course offers a blend of classic Stanley Thompson architectural features, challenging every part of a player’s game, while the finishing holes provide one of the most memorable closing stretches in Canadian golf. The sense of tradition and the first-class conditioning only elevate the experience.
The Not So Good
Some members and guests note that tree density and narrow corridors can feel punishing for errant shots. Others mention that the routing is tight for a championship venue, with proximity between some holes causing congestion, especially during major events. Improved signage and flow could enhance the guest experience.
Signature Hole:
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16
The 16th hole is a 200-yard par 3, known for its deceptive uphill play to one of the smallest, well-protected greens on the course. Surrounded by bunkers front, sides, and back, it demands precise tee shot accuracy. Misses mean tough recoveries, making par a serious challenge and cementing its reputation as a standout hole.
Clubhouse
St. George’s offers elegant dining, casual grill rooms, historic lounges, and multiple event spaces, as well as locker rooms and pro shop. Members benefit from a welcoming atmosphere rooted in the club’s long history, with staff dedicated to personalized service and high standards.
Practice Facilities
The club features comprehensive practice facilities: a modern driving range, short game area, putting green, and state-of-the-art indoor golf center for year-round improvement. Instruction is available, and short-game bunkers help players prepare for the course’s demanding greens and surrounds.
Dress Code:
Prestigious
No dress code enforced. All attire is permitted.
Collared shirts not required. Clean, athletic or golf-appropriate casual wear is acceptable.
Collared shirts required. No denim, gym wear, or overly casual clothing.
Collared shirts must be tucked in; no cargo or athletic shorts. No hats indoors.
Elite club standards; jackets required indoors, no changing shoes in the parking lot, and specific attire rules based on the area of the facility.
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