Youth on Course, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, was established in 2006 to break down financial barriers and bring diversity to the world of golf.
The core purpose is simple yet transformative: to provide young people with access to life-changing opportunities through golf. Youth on Course members have access to golf for $5 or less at over 2,000 golf courses across the United States, Canada and Australia.
In 2019, Alberta was the first province in Canada to pilot the Youth on Course program, with Ontario joining in 2020. That first season saw just over 1,000 rounds played across the province. By 2023, participation had grown to nearly 8,000 rounds, and in 2024 rounds soared to 16,000. Momentum continued in 2025 with an incredible 27,294 rounds played, and the program now supports 5,698 Youth on Course members across Alberta, highlighting the rapid growth and impact the program continues to have on junior golf in the province. More than 2,300 participating course across Canada, US and Australia offer tee times throughout the week for Youth on Course members.
2026 Participating Courses
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Barrhead Golf ClubBarrheadCourse Website: Barrhead Golf Club
Booking Restrictions:
- Monday-Thursday after 12pm
- Friday-Sunday after 1pm
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Bridge Valley GolfLethbridge
Course Website: Bridge Valley Golf Course
Booking Restrictions: Restrictions Information Coming Soon
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Broadmoor Public Golf CourseSherwood Park
Course Website: The Broadmoor
Booking Restrictions:
- Saturdays and Sundays After 2pm
- During Junior League
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Camrose Golf ClubCamrose
Course Website: Camrose Golf Course
Booking Restrictions:
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Anytime Monday-Thursday
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After 3pm on Weekends and Holidays
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Edmonton Springs Golf CourseSpruce Grove
Course Website: Edmonton Springs Golf Course
Booking Restrictions: Restrictions Information Coming Soon
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Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course (Tunnel 9 Only)Banff
Course Website: Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Club (Tunnel 9 holes)
Booking Restrictions:
- Monday–Friday after 3pm.
Must book through Banff Spring Golf Reservations: (403) 762-6801 or bsh.golfreservations@fairmont.com. The Youth on Course rate will only be honored if booked and verified in advance.
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Golf Fanatics Par 3 CourseCalgary
Course Website: https://golffanatics.ca/par-3/
Booking Restrictions:
- Monday-Friday before 2pm.
Only available via walk in
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Henderson Lake Golf ClubLethbridge
Course Website: Henderson Lake Golf Club
Booking Restrictions:
- Monday after 1pm
- Wednesday after 1pm
- Thursday after 1pm
- Friday after 1pm
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Lakeside Golf ClubChestermere
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Lakeview Golf CourseCalgary
Course Website: Lakeview Golf Course
Booking Restrictions:
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McCall Lake Golf Course (Par 3)Calgary
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Olds Golf ClubOlds
Course Website: Olds Golf Club
Booking Restrictions:
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Weekdays anytime
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Weekends & Holidays after 2pm
Please call Pro Shop to book
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Riverview Golf ClubRedcliff
Course Website: Riverview Golf Club
Booking Restrictions: Restrictions Information Coming Soon
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Shaganappi Point Golf Course (Valley 9 Only)
Course Website: Shaganappi Golf Course (Valley 9 Golf Course)
Booking Restrictions:
- Monday-Sunday after 2pm
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Trestle Creek Golf ResortTrestle Creek
Course Website: Trestle Creek Golf Resort
Booking Restrictions:
- Weekdays after 12pm
- Weekends after 4pm
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Westlock Golf ClubWestlock
Course Website: Westlock Golf Course
Booking Restrictions
- Monday-Thursday: Anytime.
- Weekends & Holidays: Anytime after 2pm
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Whitetail Crossing Golf ClubMundare
Course Website: Whitetail Crossing Golf Club
Booking Restrictions:
- Monday-Thursday: Anytime.
- Weekends & Holidays: Anytime after 2pm
Youth on Course: International courses
Become a Member
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Step 1: Join Golf Canada
Register your child for a Golf Canada membership using their name, birthdate, and postal code. This information is required to activate eligibility for the Youth on Course program. Once registration is complete, you will receive a Youth on Course welcome email within 24–48 hours with next steps. 2026 Golf Canada memberships are $65+GST for a 12-month membership.
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Step 2: Access your YOC Number
Your child’s Golf Canada membership number is also their Youth on Course (YOC) number.
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Step 3: Start Golfing
Your child is now ready to play! Be sure to review the participating course list and check each facility’s tee time availability and restrictions for Youth on Course members. These guidelines must be followed to receive the discounted green fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How long does my Youth on Course membership last?
Once you sign up for a Golf Canada Membership you can use Youth on Course all season long as many times as you want. You will have to renew your Golf Canada Membership each season to continue your access to Youth on Course.
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What are the time restrictions?
Check with the course you want to play at, each course has certain times during the week they offer Youth on Course.
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Does my son or daughter have to play with a paying adult?
If they are under the age of 12 they will have to play with a paying adult. If they are 12 or older they can play alone or with a friend but must be course ready and know basic golf etiquette.
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At what age does Youth on Course expire?
Youth on Course expires on your 19th birthday, but members have the opportunity to join the Youth on Course Alumni Network. The network unites thousands of young adults just like you who share a connection with the game of golf. Becoming an alumni member will help you build meaningful connections and support your personal and professional growth.
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How can I support Youth On Course?
For anyone that is interested in supporting Youth On Course and would like to make a donation, please visit the Make An Impact page on our website or click here to Make A Donation.