Some of Canada’s best amateur female golfers will descend on the desert this summer, as the Osoyoos Golf Club hosts the Canadian Women’s Mid-Amateur and Senior Championships.
The event Aug. 18-20 will see more than 150 players compete, something that will have a significant impact on the local economy.
“We are very excited to be conducting the Canadian Women’s Mid-Amateur & Senior Championship at one of the finest golf courses in British Columbia,” said tournament director Adam Cinel of Golf Canada.
“It’s great to be back in the Osoyoos community – our competitors are in for a phenomenal experience as we look to write the next chapter of Canadian golf history.”
Osoyoos Mayor Sue McKortoff called the tournament “a feather in our cap” that shows the desirability of the community as a world-class destination.
“A recent study shows that in Osoyoos, a golfer visit represents approximately a $500 per day spent per couple (which) goes) into our community restaurants, shops, golf courses, hotels, campgrounds and wineries. We are looking forward to welcoming all participants and their friends and family,” said Destination Osoyoos executive director Kelley Glazer.
Competition takes place on the Park Meadows 18-hole championship course at OGC over three days. Two-time defending champion Sue Wooster of Australia is expected to return to Canada for the events.
“There are about 2,500 golf clubs in Canada and only eight national events a year. So, we feel very fortunate to have this opportunity to show off the club and the town of Osoyoos,” said OGC general manager Doug Robb.
