Multi-time PGA TOUR winning group joins Max Homa, Jacob Bridgeman, defending champion Ryan Fox and Team RBC ambassadors Shane Lowry, Sam Burns and Sahith Theegala among early commitments

Mike Weir accepts tournament invitation into the 115th playing of Canada’s National Open Championship to compete alongside 2023 RBC Canadian Open champion Nick Taylor, Canadian PGA TOUR winners Corey Conners, Taylor Pendrith, Mackenzie Hughes, Adam Hadwin, Adam Svensson and rising Canadian PGA TOUR stars
Sudarshan Yellamaraju and A.J. Ewart

RBC Canadian Open returns to TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in 2027

CALEDON, Ont. – The field for Canada’s National Open Championship continues to strengthen as PGA TOUR stars Matt Fitzpatrick, Collin Morikawa, Tommy Fleetwood, Brooks Koepka, Tony Finau, Max Homa and Jacob Bridgeman have confirmed their intention to compete June 11-14 at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in the 2026 RBC Canadian Open.

Fitzpatrick, the 2022 U.S. Open champion, has won five times on the PGA TOUR and has nine international wins in his career. He has also competed in four Ryder Cups (2016, 2020, 2023, 2025) winning twice most recently, in addition to competing at the 2024 Olympic Games. The world No. 4 ranked player has enjoyed a successful start to the 2026 season, most recently winning consecutive weeks, the RBC Heritage for the second time in his career (2023) followed by the Zurich Classic of New Orleans alongside his brother Alex. Fitzpatrick’s first win of the season came in March at the Valspar Championship. He also finished runner-up at THE PLAYERS Championship. Fitzpatrick also has four top-fives, five top-10s and eight top-25s in ten events this season. Fitzpatrick will be making his fourth appearance at the RBC Canadian Open; his best finish was T10 in 2022.

Morikawa is a seven-time winner on the PGA TOUR and two-time major champion. The No. 6 ranked player in the world has competed in two Presidents Cup winning sides for the U.S. (2022, 2024) and three Ryder Cups (2020, 2023, 2025) winning once (2020). He has also represented the U.S. at two Olympic Games (2020, 2024). This season, Morikawa won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro Am in February and has three top-fives and five top-10s in nine events. Morikawa will be competing in his second RBC Canadian Open; he finished T14 at his lone appearance in 2019.

Fleetwood won his first PGA TOUR title last August, capturing the FedExCup at the 2025 TOUR Championship. The current world No. 7 ranked player also has nine international wins during his career. Fleetwood has represented Europe at four Ryder Cups (2018, 2020, 2023, 2025), winning three times and won the silver medal for Great Britain at the 2024 Olympic Games, his second Olympic Games appearance. This season, Fleetwood has one top-five, four top-10s and five top-25s in eight events played. Fleetwood will be competing in his fourth RBC Canadian Open; his best finish came as runner-up in 2023 when he lost to Nick Taylor in a four-hole playoff at Oakdale Golf & Country Club.

Koepka, a five-time major champion has won nine times on the PGA TOUR along with seven international wins. Koepka has represented the U.S. at one Presidents Cup, winning in 2017 and four Ryder Cups (2016, 2018, 2020, 2023) winning twice (2016, 2020). Koepka is one of seven players to win five major championships including the PGA Championship three times (2018, 2019, 2023) and two U.S. Open titles (2017 and 2018). This season, Koepka has competed in eight events on the PGA TOUR with one top-10 and four top-25 finishes. Koepka will be competing in his fourth RBC Canadian Open and first since 2019. His best finish came in 2015 when he finished T18.

Finau is a six-time winner on the PGA TOUR and has earned three top-25 finishes in 12 events played this season. The fan favourite has represented the U.S. at three Presidents Cups, winning all three (2019, 2022, 2024) and two Ryder Cups (2018 and winning in 2020). Finau will be making his sixth appearance at the RBC Canadian Open and first since his runner-up finish in 2022 at St. George’s Golf Club.

Homa is also a six-time winner on the PGA TOUR and has earned one top-10 and two top-25 finishes in 11 events this season. Homa has won two Presidents Cups as part of the U.S. Team (2022, 2024) and also competed at the 2023 Ryder Cup. Homa will be making his fourth appearance at the RBC Canadian Open.

Bridgeman currently sits fifth in the FedExCup standings and won his first PGA TOUR event at The Genesis Invitational in February. In addition to his win, Bridgeman has three top-fives, four top-10s and has finished in the top 25 in eight of the 11 tournaments he’s played this season. Bridgeman, the No. 19 ranked player in the world will be competing in his second RBC Canadian Open after finishing T14 in 2024.

“Marking nearly 20 years as title sponsor, RBC is proud to have helped shape the RBC Canadian Open into a renowned event that brings together golf’s greatest champions, Canada’s world-class hospitality, and the game’s most passionate fans, all while generating significant economic impact,” said Shannon Cole, Chief Brand Officer, RBC. “We look forward to welcoming many of the world’s top golfers and our Team RBC ambassadors to this year’s field as our tournament continues to elevate the profile of golf across our country and inspire millions of fans around the globe.”

Canadian contingent, Team RBC and defending champion ready to challenge…

The group is joined by a full Canadian contingent challenging for the National Open Championship, led by PGA TOUR winners including 2023 RBC Canadian Open champion, Nick Taylor of Abbotsford, B.C., Corey Conners of Listowel, Ont., Taylor Pendrith of Richmond Hill, Ont., Mackenzie Hughes of Dundas, Ont., Adam Hadwin of Abbotsford, B.C., and Adam Svensson of Surrey, B.C. Also confirmed are Ben Silverman of Thornhill, Ont., and PGA TOUR rookies Sudarshan Yellamaraju of Mississauga, Ont. and A.J. Ewart of Coquitlam, B.C.

The Canadian contingent will compete alongside Team RBC ambassadors, Shane Lowry of Ireland (World No. 35), Sam Burns of Shreveport, La. (World No. 31) and Sahith Theegala of Chino Hills, Calif. (World No. 75).

2025 RBC Canadian Open champion, Ryan Fox of New Zealand (World No. 55) will return to Canada to defend his title at TPC Toronto. Fox earned his second PGA TOUR victory last year in Caledon, Ont. in a four-hole playoff over Team RBC Ambassador Sam Burns. Just one month prior, Fox won his first PGA TOUR event in a playoff at the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic. This season, Fox has one top-10 and five top-25 finishes in eight events played. He will be making his third RBC Canadian Open appearance this year.

Also accepting an exemption to compete is Canadian golf icon Mike Weir of Bright’s Grove, Ont. who will be competing in his 33rd RBC Canadian Open, one back of fellow Canadian Golf Hall of Famer George Cumming on the all-time list.

Exciting Fan Activations and post-play entertainment in The Fare Way…

Fans at the RBC Canadian Open will also enjoy premium experiences with food and beverage options on-site in The Fare Way, featuring The Keg. On Friday, June 12, a FIFA World Cup watch party will take place showing the Canada – Bosnia and Herzegovina match at 3:00 p.m. EDT. In addition, post round entertainment will be taking place within The Fare Way on Friday and Saturday evening immediately following the conclusion of play. More information on the artist line-up will be available in the coming weeks.

Tickets for the 2026 RBC Canadian Open are available here. Children aged 12-and-under get free admission with a ticketed adult.

CALEDON, Ont. – Golf Canada and RBC also announced that TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley, Canada’s only TPC Network course, will host the 2027 RBC Canadian Open, reinforcing the event’s commitment to a world-class venue with proven championship credentials. TPC Toronto hosted a successful debut in 2025, delivering a championship-calibre test on its newly renovated North Course alongside the infrastructure and operational excellence required to support the National Open Championship.

“We are proud and grateful to the team at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley for their continued partnership as we collectively work to deliver the RBC Canadian Open as one of Canada’s premier sports and entertainment properties,” said Ryan Paul, Tournament Director, RBC Canadian Open. “The venue’s incredible alignment with the modern-day PGA TOUR requirements, coupled with its ability to challenge top-level talent positions TPC Toronto as a cornerstone venue for Golf Canada. We are also thrilled to see this incredible group of players and fan favourites along with our strong Canadian contingent coming together for the 115th playing of our National Open Championship. We look forward to sharing more updates in the coming weeks on concerts and other exciting offerings for fans this June when the stars of the PGA TOUR return to TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley.”

“We’re incredibly honoured to host Canada’s National Open Championship, and to be part of the ongoing legacy of this historic event,” said Chris Humeniuk, President, TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley. “We were thrilled with how the venue was received during our first time hosting the event in 2025 and look forward to building on the success of that event with our commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration with our partners at Golf Canada, RBC and the PGA TOUR.”

The 7,445-yard parkland course, which includes six par-4s that can play over 500 yards, was renovated in 2023 to feature strategic placement of bunkers, greenside runoff areas, and new tee decks, all purpose-built for modern championship golf. With a back-and-forth blend of scoring opportunities and challenging holes, the North Course offers the world’s best players a chance to separate themselves with bold and aggressive play. In particular, the roller coaster-style back nine offers scoring chances on the exciting par-3 Rink Hole (#14) as well as the 12th, 15th and 18th balanced against the difficult 10th, 11th, 13th, 16th and 17th holes as players compete down the stretch for the National Open Championship.

TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley also showcased the depth of its PGA TOUR hosting capability, with its modernized clubhouses, world-class practice facilities, and additional golf and entertainment infrastructure delivering a premier RBC Canadian Open experience for players and spectators.

Tickets for the 2026 RBC Canadian Open are available here. Children aged 12-and-under get free admission with a ticketed adult.

CALEDON, Ont. – Golf Canada and Signature Kitchen Suite (SKS) are pleased to announce a new partnership that names SKS the official Kitchen Appliances Partner of Golf Canada as well as the RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open.

The partnership connects SKS with Golf Canada’s premier national platforms, reaching an engaged audience in a trusted, aspirational environment where performance, craftsmanship and elevated experiences are celebrated.

“We are proud to welcome SKS as the new Official Kitchen Appliances Partner of Golf Canada,” said Mark Palmer, Chief Commercial Officer, Golf Canada. “As SKS continues to expand its presence in Canada, we’re excited to align with a premium brand that shares our commitment to performance, precision and elevated experiences that are hallmarks of both world-class golf and luxury craftsmanship.”

Launched in Canada in 2020, SKS is a luxury appliance brand delivering advanced cooking, refrigeration and ventilation solutions designed to elevate modern culinary experiences. Developed for a new generation of discerning consumers, what SKS calls the Technicurian, the brand blends precision engineering, intelligent innovation and refined design to support a more progressive, forward way of living. Through advanced performance, connected capabilities and thoughtful craftsmanship, SKS empowers those who value both technology and experience to elevate how they cook and live every day.

SKS will bring an interactive fan activation to life at the RBC Canadian Open at the ninth green at TPC Toronto, offering guests a hands-on opportunity to experience the brand’s precision-driven innovation and connected capabilities through engaging, culinary-inspired demonstrations.

“Golf Canada’s premier events provide an exceptional platform to connect with Canadian audiences who value performance, design and elevated experiences,” said Mareike Greve, Head of Marketing, Signature Kitchen Suite. “At SKS, we design for the Technicurian – those who are driven by curiosity, appreciate innovation and take pride in living ahead of the curve. This partnership allows us to showcase how precision engineering, intelligent features and thoughtful design come together to create meaningful, elevated experiences both in and beyond the kitchen.”

For more information on SKS (Signature Kitchen Suites) and its offerings, please visit sksappliances.com.

The 2026 RBC Canadian Open will take place June 10-14 at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in Caledon, Ont. For more information or to purchase tickets, please click here. The 2026 CPKC Women’s Open will take place August 19-23 at Royal Mayfair Golf Club in Edmonton, Alta., for more information or to purchase tickets, please click here.

Shane Lowry to support RBC’s long-standing commitment to golf through multi-year sponsorship

TORONTO, ON — RBC announced professional golfer Shane Lowry as its newest Team RBC brand ambassador, joining a world-class roster that embodies excellence, leadership and community. Lowry will wear the RBC shield for the first time today at the TGL Golf match in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. He will also join the field for the 2026 RBC Heritage and RBC Canadian Open.  

Lowry is one of the world’s best golfers, with a 13-year career on the PGA TOUR that includes 33 top-ten finishes, three PGA TOUR wins and a standout achievement as the 2019 Open Championship winner. He also represented Europe at the Ryder Cup in 2021, 2023 and 2025, and Ireland at the Paris 2024 and Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

“RBC’s reputation as a top, global financial institution and their unwavering commitment to golf is something I deeply admire,” said Shane Lowry, Team RBC ambassador. “Throughout my career on the PGA TOUR, I’ve seen how their insight and expertise makes them a partner I can trust as I establish and grow my legacy for me and my family. I’m thrilled to be the newest member of Team RBC and am proud to represent their brand on TOUR.”

Team RBC is comprised of elite touring professionals on the PGA TOUR and LPGA TOUR, including Adam Hadwin, Alena Sharp, Brooke Henderson, Corey Conners, Mackenzie Hughes, Nick Taylor, Sahith Theegala, Sam Burns and Taylor Pendrith. RBC is the title sponsor of two PGA TOUR events, the RBC Canadian Open and the RBC Heritage, and is a partner of the CPKC Women’s Open on the LPGA TOUR.

“From supporting dozens of professional golfers through Team RBC, to introducing over 108,000 young people to the sport through RBC Community Junior Golf, RBC is proud to champion golf at all levels,” said Mary DePaoli, Executive Vice-President and Chief Marketing Officer, RBC. “Our Team RBC ambassadors represent the highest calibre of talent and inspire the next generation, making their platform an important part of RBC’s long-standing dedication to helping attract new audiences to the game. As a fan-favourite player with an impressive career on the PGA TOUR, Shane Lowry is an exceptional addition, and we’re thrilled to partner with him in the years to come.”

RBC’s commitment to golf also extends to helping grow the game at the amateur and grassroots levels, as well as benefiting community organizations. Through its title tournaments, RBC has helped Golf Canada and the Heritage Classic Foundation raise more than $56 million for local charities across North America. In partnership with Golf Canada, RBC Community Junior Golf, has introduced young people across Canada to the sport through First Tee – Canada and Youth on Course programming. RBC is also a proud partner of Golf Canada’s National Team program and the Golf Canada Foundation.

The 2026 RBC Canadian Open will take place June 10-14 at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in Caledon, Ont. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit rbccanadianopen.com.

Secure your spot at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley and lock in pricing before the new year

OAKVILLE, Ont. – Golf Canada, in partnership with RBC announced today that select tickets are now available for the 2026 RBC Canadian Open, taking place June 10 – 14 at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (North Course) in Caledon, Ont.

The 115th playing of Canada’s National Open Championship returns to TPC Toronto after a thrilling opening chapter as host club in the storied history of the RBC Canadian Open, where New Zealand’s Ryan Fox beat Sam Burns in a four-hole playoff on the 576-yard par-5 18th hole.

“We are pleased to provide golf fans with an advance window to secure their spot at the 2026 RBC Canadian Open and lock in pricing before the new year,” said Ryan Paul, Tournament Director, RBC Canadian Open. “More exciting announcements will follow over the coming months including field participants and tournament experiences for fans as we return to TPC Toronto following a memorable finish this past June.”

As one of Canada’s premier annual sporting events, the 2026 RBC Canadian Open is offering three select ticket options for golf fans to experience the thrill of live professional golf at Canada’s National Open Championship. The advance ticket options with early-bird pricing include:

• Any One Day Grounds Ticket: Access to the RBC Canadian Open on any one day, Wednesday through Sunday. On-sale for a limited time, while supplies last.

• Weekly Grounds Ticket: Access to the full week of the tournament, Wednesday through Sunday.

• Sleeman Clubhouse (formerly 1904 Club) Weekly Ticket: Access for all four days of Championship play from Thursday through Sunday.

TPC Toronto is one of the premier Canadian golf destinations, with all three courses ranked inside the Top 100 by SCOREGolf Magazine. In 2023, the Doug Carrick-designed North Course underwent a major golf course renovation under the guidance of renowned architect Ian Andrew with consultation from the PGA TOUR for the venue to host large-scale, global championship level competition.

Along with world class golf, fans can belt out their best rendition of “O’ Canada” and experience the thrills of the iconic “Rink Hole” as well as enjoying premium food and beverage options in The Fare Way featuring The Keg at TPC Toronto.

The official charitable beneficiary of the RBC Canadian Open is First Tee – Canada. As part of the commitment to junior golf, admission all week is free for youth aged 12-and-under at both tournaments.

To purchase tickets or for more information on the 2026 RBC Canadian Open, please visit rbccanadianopen.com.

ST. ANDREWS, Scotland – The R&A has announced the qualification pathways for The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale, taking place July 12-19, 2026.

Once again, the RBC Canadian Open will be part of The Open’s qualification series, with three (3) places being awarded to the leading three players who are not already exempt and make the cut. The 2026 RBC Canadian Open will be taking place at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (North Course) from June 10-14, 2026.

Each year, international pathways are provided for players to qualify for golf’s original championship through prestigious professional tour events played around the world.

The Open Qualifying Series will begin in October and players will be able to qualify for The 154th Open through 15 events in 13 countries being played on the PGA TOUR, Korn Ferry Tour, DP World Tour, Asian Tour, KPGA Tour, Japan Golf Tour, Sunshine Tour and Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia.

On the PGA TOUR, places will be available via the Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, the RBC Canadian Open, while the Visa Argentina Open presented by Macro in South America will also offer a spot.

Please click here to view the full list of exemptions for The 154th Open.

Mark Darbon, Chief Executive of The R&A, said, “The Open is one of the world’s great sporting events and its global nature is reflected in the number of outstanding opportunities we offer to golfers to qualify for the Championship through our exemptions and professional tour events held internationally each year.

“The Open Qualifying Series generates great excitement and intrigue each year as players compete to earn a coveted place in the Championship and so we look forward to seeing what stories emerge in the months ahead and the field coming together as we get closer to staging another memorable Open at Royal Birkdale next July.”

Regional and Final Qualifying events, which are open to professional and amateur golfers worldwide who meet the entry criteria, will take place at venues around Great Britain and Ireland in June ahead of the Championship.

A new Last-Chance Qualifier will be played at Royal Birkdale on Monday, 13 July. The field of 12 players competing for the final place in the Championship will be determined using an approach which complements the existing qualification criteria for The Open.

The Open is golf’s original championship. Played since 1860 on iconic links golf courses, it is the sport’s most international major championship with qualifying events on every continent. For one week each year, the pursuit of the famous Claret Jug trophy is the focus of the sporting world, followed globally by millions of fans.

Please click here to view the full schedule of events.

RBC to continue sponsorship of PGA TOUR Signature Event and golf’s third-oldest national championship in multi-year agreement

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Florida and TORONTO, Canada – The PGA TOUR and RBC, in partnership with the Heritage Classic Foundation and Golf Canada, today announced a multi-year extension of the bank’s title sponsorship of the RBC Heritage and RBC Canadian Open. RBC is a long-standing supporter of golf at the professional and amateur levels and has been the title sponsor of the RBC Heritage and RBC Canadian Open since 2012 and 2008, respectively.

The 2026 RBC Heritage, a PGA TOUR Signature Event, begins Thursday, April 16 at Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, and the 2026 RBC Canadian Open, Canada’s National Open, will return to TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in Caledon, Ontario, on Thursday, June 11.

“As the title sponsor of two events on the PGA TOUR schedule, RBC plays an essential role in golf, providing both critical development at the amateur level and life-changing moments for the world’s greatest players,” said PGA TOUR CEO Brian Rolapp. “We are grateful to extend our relationship with RBC, Canada’s national championship at the RBC Canadian Open, as well as the RBC Heritage, the Signature Event culminating across the marina from Harbour Town’s iconic lighthouse.”

Since joining as title sponsor of the RBC Heritage and RBC Canadian Open, RBC has helped contribute to communities in the U.S. and Canada by increasing access to the game and supporting charities in areas such as youth, education, the arts and more. RBC also supports a roster of Team RBC ambassadors on the PGA and LPGA TOUR.

“We are pleased to extend our long-standing relationship with the PGA TOUR, and to continue working with our partners to elevate the RBC Heritage and RBC Canadian Open for players and fans,” said Mary DePaoli, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. “The unforgettable moments these events create bring our communities together and inspire golfers at every level, from grassroots to our Team RBC professionals. These world-class tournaments are also becoming powerful drivers of economic and social impact, with more than $56 million raised for local charities across North America, and nearly $250 million of economic impact generated in 2024 alone. We look forward to building on that momentum and continuing to support the lasting impact these events create both on and off the course.”

The RBC Heritage, which made its debut in 1969, ranks annually among the most-attended professional sporting events in the Carolinas. The Heritage Classic Foundation is the host organization of the RBC Heritage and donates tournament proceeds to charitable organizations in the Lowcountry. Recent champions include Justin Thomas, Scottie Scheffler, Matt Fitzpatrick and Jordan Spieth.

“We are thrilled that RBC has extended our partnership, as their continued commitment strengthens our world-class PGA TOUR event on Hilton Head Island and fuels its profound impact across South Carolina,” said Steve Wilmot, Heritage Classic Foundation President and RBC Heritage Tournament Director. “The RBC Heritage is a major economic driver for our state and a powerful force for good. Having a steadfast partner like RBC allows us to grow our mission and deepen our reach, and we look forward to this exciting next chapter together.”

Dating to 1904, the RBC Canadian Open is the third-oldest national championship. Previous champions include Team RBC ambassador Nick Taylor and Rory McIlroy. In partnership with Golf Canada, RBC is committed to growing the game through RBC Community Junior Golf, which has introduced over 55,000 young people across Canada to the sport through First Tee – Canada and Youth on Course programming. RBC is also a proud supporter of Golf Canada’s National Team program, the Golf Canada Foundation, the CPKC Women’s Open and the She Plays Golf Festival.

“Golf Canada is extremely proud to celebrate the extension of a tremendous partnership with our friends at RBC as well as the PGA TOUR,” said Golf Canada CEO Laurence Applebaum. “From investing in access for the next generation of young golfers to supporting pros, RBC is the most committed, invested and engaged partner in Canadian golf, and the driving force behind the incredible growth of Canada’s historic National Open Championship.”

The 2026 RBC Heritage and 2026 RBC Canadian Open will be broadcast on CBS/Paramount+, GOLF Channel, PGA TOUR LIVE on ESPN+, Sirius XM and distributed internationally via the TOUR’s World Feed.

A record 118 birdies filled TPC Toronto’s 14th hole at the 2025 RBC Canadian Open and helped raise thousands of dollars for the Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF). 

CALEDON, Ont. – In collaboration with TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley and WM, Golf Canada is proud to announce the Rink Hole successfully raised $29,500 for the CVCF following the debut of its Birdies for Trails initiative at the 2025 RBC Canadian Open.   

Every birdie at the 144-yard par-3 14th hole directly contributed to CVCF and the development of the Credit Valley Trail (CVT), a passageway stretching 100 kilometers in length to link Orangeville, Ont. with Port Credit (Mississauga), Ont. 

“We are happy to see a successful first contribution as part of the Birdies for Trails initiative from the 2025 RBC Canadian Open and want to thank our partners at WM and TPC Toronto for leading the charge on this initiative,” said Brian Newton, Director, Professional Championships Operations, Golf Canada. “We are looking forward to returning to TPC Toronto for the 115th playing of Canada’s National Men’s Open Championship and continuing this meaningful initiative at the Rink Hole and hope to see more supporting partners next year.”  

118 birdies were made at The Rink in 2025, the most since the inception of the iconic stadium hole in 2017. Four Canadians, as well as tournament winner Ryan Fox, were among the record set of players to score at the fan-favourite hole, with each birdie contributing $250 to help the CVCF make a significant impact on the local community in Caledon, Ont.  

“From the spotlight being shined on Caledon and the surrounding community to the economic impact of the event, there are so many positives to take from the RBC Canadian Open taking place here. We’re proud to support this critical initiative and the work being done by the CVCF,” said TPC Toronto President Chris Humeniuk. 

“The continued development of the CVT represents a thoughtful investment in both the environment and the well-being of local communities. WM is pleased to support this initiative through Birdies for Trails, helping to advance a shared goal of creating more accessible, sustainable spaces for people to connect with nature,” said Tracy Black, President, WM Canada. 

Since its inception in 1964, the CVCF has more than 60 years of experience protecting and sustaining the health of the watershed that connects its communities. The CVT project is one of many ongoing plans prioritizing the wellbeing of CVC’s communities that aims to promote indigenous culture, national identity and become a dual asset in recreation and tourism for years to come.  

“This contribution is a meaningful step forward in our mission to bring the CVT to life. This support not only helps us build a legacy trail for public use, education, and community connection — it also plays a crucial role in land securement efforts that ensure natural spaces are protected and accessible for generations to come,” said Dayana Gomez, Executive Director of the CVCF. “This generous support brings us one step closer to our $10 million fundraising goal and to realizing a legacy trail that will benefit the entire watershed community — creating meaningful and lasting connections to nature, to one another, and to the land for generations to come.” 

The Rink Hole has become a unique and popular experience over the past seven editions of the RBC Canadian Open, blending the excitement of hockey with the tradition and legacy of golf. Hockey-themed tee markers, enthusiastic engagement from spectators and reciprocated energy from players makes the Rink Hole a memorable golf experience in addition to being a valuable supporter of communal initiative.  

The 2026 RBC Canadian Open will be returning to TPC Toronto in Caledon, Ont. 

CALEDON, ONT. – Despite recent evidence to the contrary, Ryan Fox doesn’t consider himself a playoff specialist.

The New Zealander beat American Sam Burns in a four-hole playoff to win the RBC Canadian Open on Sunday, the second win of his PGA Tour career. The first also came in a playoff on May 11 when he birdied the first extra hole to beat Harry Higgs of the United States and Mackenzie Hughes of Dundas, Ont., to win the Oneflight Myrtle Beach Classic.

“If you’d have seen any of the ones I had in Europe, you wouldn’t say that,” said Fox, sitting beside the Canadian Open trophy at a news conference. “I didn’t have a great record in Europe in playoffs. 

“I feel like you’ve got to take it on a little bit. It becomes match play. You kind of want to put the pressure on your opponent a little bit.”

Fox had an 0-2 playoff record on the European Tour, losing to Scotland’s Russell Knox at the 2018 Irish Open and to France’s Victor Perez at the 2022 Dutch Open.

He had to work to force the extra holes on Sunday.

Burns fired an 8-under 62 round, the best of the day, to lay claim to the top of the leaderboard. However, he had teed off an hour 45 minutes earlier than Fox and Italy’s Matteo Manaserro, the third round co-leaders.

As a result, Fox still had most of the course to play as Burns was signing his scorecard. Fox birdied Nos. 14 and 15 to get to within a shot of Burns and then sank a clutch birdie putt on No. 18 for a 4-under 66 day that forced the playoff.

No. 18 at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley is a 576-yard, par-5 hole with the sloping green tucked behind a small pond with bunkers on the far side. 

“I think 18’s a different hole compared to what it has been all week, not being able to get there in two,” said Burns on the possibility of a playoff and how he would prepare for it. “So I’ll probably (be at the range) trying to figure out what distance we want to have in for our third shot and maybe hit that shot a few times.”

After Fox and Burns made par on their first two playoff holes. The grounds crew actually cut a new hole closer to the tee — and the water — for the third and fourth runs down the hole.

Fox’s bolder approach on the second and fourth playoff rounds, designed to put pressure on Burns, finally paid off when he attacked the new pin.

“I had the exact shot I wanted to hit,” said Fox, who qualified for next week’s U.S. Open with the victory. “I wasn’t sure in the air if it was going to be a little short or perfect. I didn’t actually see it land. It was getting a bit hazy out there. Obviously by the crowd reaction I knew it was pretty good.

“Probably the best shot I ever hit in my life given the circumstances.”

Members of the All Whites, New Zealand’s national men’s soccer team, drove up to TPC Toronto on Sunday to cheer on Fox. They beat Ivory Coast 1-0 the night before at BMO Field in the Canadian Shield tournament and will face Ukraine on Tuesday.

“That was really cool, to have the Kiwi support out there, it was great,” said Fox. “They were there all day. We seem to have a lot of weeks where random Kiwis pop up, and to have the All Whites say, ‘hey, is there any chance we can come out and watch on Sunday?’ was really cool. 

“To be able to meet them all there at the end and get a photo with them was pretty special.”

Grant Fox, Ryan’s father, was a fly half with the All Blacks, New Zealand’s men’s rugby team, appearing in 46 matches and scoring 645 points in his career. The elder Fox won the Rugby World Cup in 1987 and is still considered one of the finest goal-kickers of all time, getting inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame in 2014.

Nick Taylor of Abbotsford, B.C., was the low Canadian, tying for 13th at 13 under. Taylor won the Canadian Open two years ago at Oakdale Golf and Country Club.

“The energy was phenomenal the first couple days and being near the lead the last two days,” said Taylor, who will play in the U.S. Open next week at Oakmont Country Club outside Pittsburgh. “I’m tired from it as well because it’s fun being up close to the lead and trying to get it done. 

“I’ll get some rest the next couple days and be prepared.”

TPC Toronto will host the Canadian Open again next year.

It was a tight leaderboard throughout the round, with eight players tied for first before Fox and Manaserro even teed off.

Ireland’s Shane Lowry, for example, began his day with an eagle and followed it up with three consecutive birdies to start his day 5 under through just four holes to take sole possession of the lead. He bogeyed Nos. 17 and 18 to fall back into a tie for 13th.

Nick Taylor was once again the low Canadian at the RBC Canadian Open, just not the way he would have liked.

Taylor, from Abbotsford, B.C., earned the Rivermead Cup, the trophy for the lowest scoring Canadian at the national men’s golf championship, for the first time. Of course, he’s been the low Canadian at the PGA Tour event before, when he won the tournament in 2023 to end a 69-year drought for Canadians at their own open.

“I’ll take some pride in that,” said Taylor on Sunday after he shot a 3-under 67 to tie for 13th at 13 under. “It stings with the finish today, but I’m happy I gave it a run.

“I thought 17 under would be a playoff potentially, but being given a chance with a few holes to go is kind of what you’re looking for. It didn’t pan out this time, but if that’s a consolation prize, it’s nice.”

There actually was a playoff at 18 under as New Zealand’s Ryan Fox beat American Sam Burns in four holes at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley.

Corey Conners (68) of Listowel, Ont., Adam Hadwin (70) of Abbotsford, Taylor Pendrith (70) of Richmond Hill, Ont., and Mackenzie Hughes (72) of Dundas, Ont., all tied for 27th at 10 under.

Conners entered the tournament as the top ranked Canadian on the PGA Tour but will drop one spot, down to 10th, on the FedEx Cup standings. Hadwin has struggled this season and earned enough points to move six spots up the rankings to 114th.

“I’ve put myself in a hole these first five months of the year. I’ve got a lot of work to do,” said Hadwin. “That being said, given the way this week went and how I played and some of the positive things I did, kind of lean into that.

“Just put the head down and keep moving forward.”

Conners, Pendrith, Hughes and Taylor will all be back at it at next week’s U.S. Open, the third major of the men’s golf season. Conners said that the Canadian Open was a strong tune-up before Oakmont Country Club outside Pittsburgh.

“Coming into the week, I knew there was some room for improvement with my iron play,” said Conners. “I felt like I kind of got that sorted out, and I’m pretty happy with where things are at the moment.

“I think everything’s going to be required next week to be successful. Despite not having really the result I wanted here, I am pretty optimistic about where things are at.”

Ben Silverman (69) of Thornhill, Ont., and Vancouver’s Richard T. Lee (70) were tied for 36th. Lee is the top Canadian on the Asian Tour, sitting third on its order of merit heading into the Canadian Open. It was his first time ever making the cut at a PGA Tour event.

“It was amazing. I’ve never seen this many galleries cheering me on,” said Lee. “I would love to come back next year. It was a great feeling. I don’t know how many times I got goosebumps from all the fans just cheering me on.

“I just want to thank all the Canadian fans out there.”

Matthew Anderson (70) of Mississauga, Ont., tied for 47th at 7 under after making the cut at a PGA Tour event for the first time.