Entries are open to male amateur golfers who are members of the Golf Association of Ontario and who have an up-to-date 2008 GAO/RCGA Handicap Factor. Entries will be accepted from amateur players (teams of two) who hold a COMBINED team factor of 12.8 or less. The entries must be in pairs but not necessarily members of the same golf club. Entries are subject to rejection at any time (including during the Championship) by the Golf Association of Ontario. The reason for rejection may include unbecoming conduct.

ALL competitors must present their GAO/RCGA Handicap Factor Card upon registration.

After the close of entries, changes in the makeup of the team will not be accepted.

All teams, including those exempt, must complete an on-line GAO Entry Form.  The Entry Fee of $202.00 includes GST and must be submitted by every team. Only one entry may be filed per team.

Note:  There is no additional entry fee for those who qualify for the Championship through a qualifying round.

A $30.00 ADMINISTRATIVE CHARGE WILL BE DEDUCTED FROM ALL REFUNDS.

By April 9 at 4:00 p.m.

FOR ALL TEAMS: The entry fee (less the $30.00 administration fee) will be refunded if any teams cancels its entry online by April 8 at 4:00 p.m.

After April 9 at 4:00 p.m.

NON-EXEMPT TEAMS (those qualifying): The entry fee refund will be considered in the event of injury or illness, if requested in writing (Medical doctor's note required) by April 23, 2008.

REFUND POLICIES FOR EXEMPT TEAMS ONLY: The entry fee refund will be considered in the event of injury or illness, if requested in writing (Medical doctor's note required) by 4:00 p.m. May 7, 2008.

Qualifying Location

Qualifying will take place at various qualifying sites throughout the province April 28 and May 1. Applicants may choose any site they wish subject to availability.

The GAO will determine the number of qualifiers’ places at each location after entries close based on the size of the qualifying field to the overall number of qualifying entries. A tie for last qualifiers’ place will be decided by the GAO tie breaking method. If a qualifying location cannot fill its qualifiers’ places, or if an exempt team withdraws, the place made available will be re-allotted to the Alternate List prearranged by the GAO. Alternate teams have no status at the Championship.

Successful Qualifiers Entry into Championship

Following play on the day of Qualifying, every successful qualifier team will automatically be entered into the Championship at Oakdale Golf & Country Club with no additional fee. If a qualifier team or exempt team withdraws, the team must notify the sectional official or the GAO (905) 852-1101 promptly in order to insure an Alternate Team fair opportunity to play. Failure to comply may result in disqualification from future GAO competition.

To apply for an exemption based on qualifications met in non-GAO events, please contact the Tournament Department at the GAO for approval only after entering the championship qualifying round. Contact must be made prior to the closing date for the tournament. 

PLEASE NOTE:  Exemption requests will not be considered unless the applicant has entered a qualifying round.

FIRST PLACE: Gold medals, Champions Trophies and the Oakdale Trophy (to be retained by Oakdale Golf & Country Club).

SECOND PLACE: Silver medals. If a tie, duplicate medals will be awarded.

THIRD PLACE: Bronze Medals. Awarded only if no tie for Second Place. If a tie for third place, duplicate medals will be awarded.

The Golf Association of Ontario has a goal of having all of its tournaments recognized as the best Amateur Golf Tournaments in Ontario.

In order to continue to make Golf Association of Ontario Tournaments an enjoyable experience for all participants, spectators, club staff and volunteers who assist in organizing the events, the Association requires that all of the participants in its events adhere to a Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct is a guideline that participants are expected to follow while participating in our Tournaments and events.

1. The Code of Conduct requires that, while on the Golf Course, all players:
   1. Will strictly adhere to the Rules of Golf
   2. Will refrain from using abusive or profane language
   3. Will refrain from displays of temper, such as throwing clubs
   4. Will complete all competitive rounds of golf, unless otherwise approved by the GAO Tournament Committee
   5. Will demonstrate respect for volunteers, spectators, tournament officials, the host course and staff, and their fellow golfers will adhere to the dress code during practice and competitive rounds
   6. Will not demonstrate any other conduct not becoming of a GAO member
2. The Code of Conduct requires that, while off the Golf Course, all players:
   1. Will not be associated with vandalism
   2. Will not demonstrate abusive behavior to any fellow competitors, tournament officials, host club members, or community officials
   3. Will avoid any other conduct not becoming of a GAO member
3. Official of the Golf Association of Ontario may assess any or all of the following penalties based on the severity of the violation of the Code of Conduct:
   1. Issue a written letter of warning to the player
   2. Disqualify the player from the tournament at which the violation occurs
   3. Reject selection of the player for teams that represent the Golf Association of Ontario
   4. Disqualify the player from future GAO tournament(s) for which the player is otherwise eligible
   5. Suspend the player’s membership in the Golf Association of Ontario, indefinitely

In the event of a suspension of which the player wishes to appeal, the player is required to submit a written account of the incident to the Executive Committee of the Golf Association of Ontario Board of Directors within fifteen (15) days of the suspension. The player will be notified of the date when such appeal will be heard. The Board will issue a written decision within 30 days of such hearing. All such decisions are final.

Any player, whose membership is under suspension, will not be considered for post-season rankings, exemptions for future events, or selection for teams representing the Golf Association of Ontario.

There is no official practice round for this event.

Championship Alternates as of May 9th.  (In Order)

1. John Bink & David Fisher
2. Paul Landers & John Herbert
3. Bryan Germann & Brett Mitchell
4. John Brunton & Shawn Beatty
5. Graham Card & Phil Lee
6. Mario Ercoli & Dan Maggi
7. Adam Reid & Thomas Hadwen
8. Daley Byles & Brian Churchill-Smith
9. Chris Battersby & Rich Vanderweyst
10. Chad Sutherland & Tom Mawlam
11. Wesley Stewart & Harry Crowder
12. Mark Whittrick & Steve Johnson
13. Jay Linge & Leo Bradshaw
14. Vince Dwyer & Michael Brooks
15. Paul Winter & Gerardo Contardi
16. Marc Savard & Dan Booth
17. Andrew Torr & Mike Dinner

Qualifying Sites:

Those players not exempt should arrive 30 minutes prior to their starting time.

Championship:

To allow time to register and get to your starting hole, teams must register in person by 9:00 a.m. on Thursday May 15 at Oakdale Golf and Country Club. Place may be forfeited by a team whom no word is received by 9:00 a.m. on Thursday May 15.