Ontario

The following are Stanley Thompson courses in Ontario:

Allandale Golf & Country Club  (1928)

Innisfil, OntarioBuilt between 1932 and 1937 for Major-General D.M. Hogarth, this nine hole course was originally named Mardon Lodge.  Barclay 2000 and Hogarth Archives Location: Innisfil, Ontario   Extent of 'Thompson' Work 9 hole design New done by (architect: Stanley Thompson) Verification level: Level 2   9 holes construction supervision New done by (architect: Stanley Thompson) Verification level: Possible Involvement   Evidence Memo from...

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Bayview Golf Club  (1923)

Thornhill, Ontario   Stanley Thompson & Co. added 9 holes to the original Bayview GC in 1923. At the time, the Club was at Lawrence Park at the corner of Lawrence Avenue and Bayview. The Stanley Thompson Bayview course no longer exists. Barclay 2000 Location:   Thornhill, Ontario     Extent of 'Thompson' Work Addition of 9 holes Addition done...

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Beach Grove Golf & Country Club  (1921)

Beach Grove

Tecumseh, Ontario   On January 10, 1921, 16 local gentlemen obtained a charter, and on June 23rd, 1921 construction began on St. Clair Beach Limited., designed by Stanley Thompson. To save confusion with the adjoining St. Clair Golf Club, (now Lakewood Golf Club), a new charter was obtained on October...

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Big Bay Point Golf & Country Club  (1924)

Big Bay Point G & CC

Innisfil, Ontario   In the late spring of 1926, Stanley Thompson, Canada's famous pioneer course designer, built the 9-hole course. The beginnings of the course had started several years earlier when several local cottagers cleared many rocks from the farmland owned by one of them. First there were 3 holes...

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Bigwin Inn Golf Course  (1921)

Bigwin Inn Golf Course

Huntsville, Ontario No longer exists   In 1922, Stanley Thompson carved out the first 9 holes of the original Bigwin Island Golf Course, with the back 9 following by 1930. The Bigwin Island Golf Club has been designed to capture and reflect the spirit and elegance of the original grand...

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Bon Echo  (1927)

Frontenac County Barrie Twp., Ontario Location:   Frontenac County Barrie Twp., Ontario     Extent of 'Thompson' Work 9 hole layout design New done by Stanley Thompson Co. Ltd (architect: Stanley Thompson) Verification level: Level 1Drawing dated Aug. 31, 1927.    9 hole layout construction supervision New done by Stanley Thompson Co. Ltd (architect: Stanley Thompson) Verification level: Possible Involvement Construction shown by air photo but...

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Brantford Golf & Country Club  (1920)

Brantford G&CC

Brantford, Ontario   In 1919 a 9 hole expansion course was designed by Thompson, Cumming and Thompson, a Toronto partnership of brothers Stanley and Nicol Thompson and George Cumming, the head professional at the Toronto Golf Club. While it would be Stanley who developed into the dean of Canada's course...

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Briars Golf & Country Club  (1928)

Briars G&CC

Jackson's Point, Ontario   The Front Nine was design by Canada's Premier golf architect Stanley Thompson (1922), the Back Nine by the notable C.E. "Robbie" Robinson (1971). "The well-maintained, easily walked track -- with well-framed but seldom narrow fairways -- is a splendid resort course; not too penal for higher...

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Bridgewater Golf & Country Club   (1924)

Bridgewater G&CC

Fort Erie, Ontario   Nestled in a quiet corner of Fort Erie, you'll find Bridgewater Country Club. Established in 1924 and opened for play in 1927, Bridgewater is one of the earlier Stanley Thompson designed layouts. Forged by natural terrain, meandering streams and stately trees, Bridgewater offers players of every...

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Brockville Country Club   (1930)

Brockville Hole 2

Brockville, Ontario   The eighteen hole course is beautifully designed amongst hilly terrain, numerous ponds and abundant trees and gardens. Par 72 and over 6300 yards from the blue tees, it features beautiful tree-lined and lush fairways, fast and tricky greens, spectacular elevation changes and challenging water hazards and bunkers...

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Burlington Golf & Country Club  (1922)

Burlington - Hole No. 15

Burlington, Ontario   The Club was incorporated through the efforts of a number of prominent Hamilton and Burlington citizens in 1922. The first nine holes were opened in 1923 with the completion of eighteen holes and a clubhouse in 1924. The undulating topography of the property with its sandy loam...

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Cataraqui Golf & Country Club  (1933)

Cataraqui - Hole No. 12, 1931

Kingston, Ontario   A comprehensive history of Cataraqui was published in 2002 by long-time member Mr. John D. Smith. Mr. Smith, a geo-technical mining engineer by trade and golf 'course' historical aficiando with few equals, has chronicled the Cataraqui course from 'Founding Fathers (1917) to Stanley Thompson (1933)'. Mr. Smith...

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Cedar Brae Golf & Country Club  (1922)

Scarborough, Ontario   The original name of the Club was Cedar Brook Golf and Country Club and was member owned from its inception in 1922. The original layout was designed by Stanley Thompson and built on 160 acres (0.65 km2) of farm property stretching from Markham Road in the east to Bellamy Road in the west just south of Lawrence...

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Cedarhurst Golf Club  (1926)

Cedarhurst Hole 10

Beaverton, Ontario   Located on the eastern edge of the Greater Toronto Area near Beaverton, Ontario, Cedarhurst Golf Club offers something that is rare today - a challenging golf course at affordable rates. Designed by Stanley Thompson and Bert Turcotte, Cedarhurst is a semi-private facility that has matured gracefully from...

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Chapples Golf Course  (2019)

Thunder Bay, Ontario In 1941, the city of Fort William took ownership of 331 acres of land around the Neebing River with the intention that it be used to create a recreation area. After 1942, with the Second World War underway, plans seemed to stall but that all changed on January 25, 1947 when Clement. E. Chapple (Chairman of the...

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Chedoke Civic Golf Course  (1939)

Beddoe Course at Chedoke Golf Club

Hamilton, Ontario   Located only minutes away from downtown Hamilton and offering a spectacular view of the city, the Chedoke Golf Club features two 18-hole championship golf courses. Built in 1896, The 'Martin' course was the original home of the Hamilton Golf & Country Club. Stanley Thompson's construction company added...

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Couchiching Country Club  (1923)

Couchiching

Orillia, Ontario   The Couchiching Golf and County Club was formally opened on June 3rd, 1915. A Stanley Thompson designed 9-hole course in the heart of Orillia, "Cooch" is a semi-private parkland style "hidden jewel". A full service pro-shop and clubhouse are highlighted by our licensed restaurant "Bogey's" and its...

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Credit Valley Golf Club  (1934)

Mississauga, Ontario   A challenging course and superlative facilities have combined to make Credit Valley one of the Province's finest private golf clubs. Originally the hunting and fishing grounds of the Ojibway people, Credit Valley traces its golfing beginning back to 1930. Ontario's then Lieutenant Governor, W.D. Ross commissioned that six holes be built at the Willows, his summer residence....

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Cutten Club  (1931)

Cutten Club Design

Guelph, Ontario   Chick Evans, a prominent golfer and golf course architect from Chicago, had been commissioned to design the course. He was subsequently joined by Stanley Thompson. Together they completed the project in 1931. When the Club was officially opened on June 10, 1931, it was named Cutten Fields...

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Dundas Valley Golf & Curling Club  (1929)

Dundas Valley - 1935

Dundas, Ontario   Dundas Valley Golf and Curling Club is a private club offering 27 holes of scenic beauty comprising a 18 hole course as well as a 9 hole par 3 course. The club provides year round dining and banquet services with curling provided in the winter on 5...

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Erindale Country Club  (1929)

In the fall of 1925, a group of investors from Toronto bought 300 acres of the Erindale farms for sub-division into individual lots for home sites.  Their plans included an 18 hole golf course, a polo field, tennis courts, and horse training areas, all of which were presented in a prospectus sent out in early 1927.  Stanley Thompson prepared plans...

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Essex Golf & Country Club  (1929)

This club dates from 1908 with the course located just east of St. Thomas.  The club moved to a new property near Union, and hired Stanley Thompson in 1922 to design an 18 hole course, provide specifications , and to supervise construction (drawing dated Aug. 2).  Management of the work was to be done by the club, in order to...

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Eastbourne Golf Club  (2009)

Eastbourne GC

Keswick, Ontario   An undated  Thompson-Jones plan for the course is held  in the University of Guelph Archives .  The 9 hole course was designed to be 2510 yd. in length with a par of 33.  First hand antecdotal recollections from the Seagram family, one of several cottage families that...

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Fort William Golf & Country Club   (1923)

Fort William Hole 11

Thunder Bay, Ontario   The Fort William Country Club is located in the City of Thunder Bay, Ontario and is Thunder Bay's Premier Golf Course. It is a magnificent setting below the Majestic Nor'Wester Mountain Range. Every hole has a spectacular mountain back drop. This splendid course has 18 championship...

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Galt Country Club  (1929)

Galt CC - 6th Green

Cambridge, Ontario   A private golf and country club offering a unique mix of outstanding golf, curling, dining and social atmosphere. Our Stanley Thompson designed golf course features impeccable course grooming, mature trees and spectacular views of the Grand River. Our course conditioning, natural beauty and engaging amenities have truly...

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Glen Mawr Golf & Country Club  (1930)

Toronto, Ontario   Designed by Stanley Thompson and constructed by Cumming and Millar in 1930-31, this course no longer exists. Barclay 2000 Mailing address Glen Mawr G&CC (NLE) Bayview Ave Toronto, Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work Designed 18 hole golf course construction by others New done by Stanley Thompson & Co. Ltd/Thompson Jones & Co. (architect: Stanley Thompson) Verification level: Level...

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Glen Stewart Golf Course  (1921)

Toronto, Ontario   According to Barclay 2000, the course was expanded from 9 to 12 holes by Thompson, Cumming and Thompson in 1921. The course no longer exists.  Mailing address Glen Stewart Golf Course Toronto, Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work Addition of 3 golf holes design Addition done by Thompson Cumming Thompson (architect: George Cumming) Verification level: Level 3   Addition...

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Highland Country Club  (1921)

Highland Hole 1

London, Ontario   Highland Country Club is hidden away...right in the heart of the city. We have been quietly building London's finest member-owned private club since 1922. According to Barclay 2000, the course ws probably laid out and constructed by Thompson, Cumming and Thompson in 1921-23. Mailing address Highland Country...

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Highland Gate Golf Club ( no longer existing)  (1931)

Aurora, Ontario  The original name for this course was Aurora Highlands GC. The dean of Canadian course architects, Stanley Thompson, laid out the original 9 holes in 1930 holes which were opened for play in the spring of 1931.  The course was laid out through rolling terrain with stands of pines and cedars, creating a sporty and pleasant layout that rewarded accuracy. Suitable for...

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Humber Valley Golf Course  (1921)

Toronto, Ontario The golf course, designed by Thompson in 1921, was located along the west bank of the Humber River in Rexdale, Until the mid-1950's the name "Humber Valley Golf Course" referred to a semi-private golf course located on the west bank of the Humber River. In March 1958, Metro Toronto opened the new Humber Valley Golf Course, the link...

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Huntsville Downs Golf Club  (1926)

Huntsville Downs GC Hole 16

Huntsville, Ontario   Huntsville Downs Golf Club blends the mature with the new in a magnificent Muskoka setting.  The first 9 holes were designed by Stanley Thompson in 1925.  The current  par 72, 6,270 yard course is situated on 200 acres in the north section of the Town of Huntsville....

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Horning Mills Fishing & Golf Course  (1927)

Melancthon, Ontario   Mailing address Horning Mills Fishing & Golf Course (NLE) Part of Lots 14 & 15 Concessions I & II W.; Township of Mulmer County of Dufferin Melancthon, Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work 9 hole layout New done by Stanley Thompson Co. Ltd. (architect: Stanley Thompson) Verification level: Level 1   9 hole layout New done by Stanley Thompson Co....

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Islington Golf Club  (1923)

Islington, Ontario   Islington Golf Course was an early assignment for Stanley Thompson. Although there has been minor alteration in the hole sequence over the years, the course plays close to its original design. Regardless of their level of play, golfers find the course challenging yet playable.  Mailing address Islington Golf Club 45 Riverbank Drive Toronto, Ontario Canada M9A 5B8...

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Kawartha Golf Club  (1931)

Kawartha Golf Club

Peterborough, Ontario   Kawartha Golf & Country Club has been serving the Greater Peterborough and the Kawartha Lakes area for over 75 years. Our challenging 18 hole course, designed by renowned architect Stanley Thompson, features impeccable course conditions, mature trees and natural tranquility. The Club is a member owned, member...

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Kenogamisis Golf Club  (1937)

Kenogamisis Golf Club Aerial

Geraldton, Ontario   The Kenogamisis Golf Club is situated along the picturesque shores of Kenogamisis Lake in Geraldton, Ontario, Canada. Only 270 Km Northeast of Thunder Bay, this community of approximately 2,600 people features a golf club with a rare blend of 18 holes designed by both Stanley Thompson and...

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Kenora Golf Club  (1923)

Kenora Golf Club

Kenora, Ontario    The golf club was formed on Mar. 6, 1923.  Stanley Thompson prepared a layout in May, 1923 for the first 9 holes, which was built in 1923-24.   It was expanded to 18 holes by Robert Moote between 1982-88.  The course is situated close to the shore of Lake of...

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Ladies Golf Club of Toronto  (1924)

Thornhill, Ontario   Ladies’ Golf Club of Toronto is North America’s only remaining private golf club established by women for women. Founded in 1924 by Ada Mackenzie, Ladies’ was designed by renowned course architect Stanley Thompson.  Mailing address Ladies Golf Club of Toronto 7859 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario Canada L3T 2C4 Contact information Website: http://www.ladiesgolfclub.com Former names Ladies Golf and Tennis...

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Lake Shore Country Club  (1922)

Clarkson, Ontario   Built in 1922-1924, this course no longer exists. Barclay 2000 Location: Clarkson, Ontario   Extent of 'Thompson' Work 18 hole renovation design New done by Stanley Thompson & Co. Ltd/Thompson & Co. (architect: Stanley Thompson) Verification level: Level 2   18 hole renovation construction supervision New done by Stanley Thompson & Co. Ltd/Thompson & Co. (architect: Stanley Thompson) Verification level: Possible Involvement  ...

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Lakeview Golf Course  (1920)

Toronto, Ontario   At its present location since 1907, Lakeview Golf Course was redesigned in 1921 by Herbert Strong as a traditional, parkland style layout of 6, 340 yards. Construction management was awarded to Thompson, Cumming and Thompson but in the spring of 1921, TCT was disolved and projects were taken over by Lewis and Thompson.  It is most likely that Stanley did the...

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Lambton Golf & Country Club  (1927)

Toronto, Ontario   In 1902 Albert Austin located a property whose topography would lend itself to the design of the finest urban golf club in Canada if not in North America. His search had taken him to the Village of Lambton Mills, a 19th Century community at the crossing of the Humber River and Dundas Street West. From the height...

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Minaki Inn Golf Course  (1924)

Minaki, Ontario The 9-hole Minaki Inn Golf Course at the Minaki Lodge Golf Course facility in Minaki, Ontario was designed by Stanley Thompson and constructed in 1924-25. Mailing address Minaki Inn Golf Course Hwy 596 Minaki, Ontario Canada L5R 2K7 Contact information Website: http://www.golflink.com/golf-courses/course.aspx?course=1869056   Extent of 'Thompson' Work 9 hole layout design New done by Stanley Thompson & Co. (architect: Stanley Thompson)Verification...

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Mississauga Golf & Country Club  (1922)

Mississauga, Ontario   Percy Barrett from Lambton Golf Club designed 9 holes in 1906 and in 1909 George Cumming from the Toronto Golf Club increased it to 18 holes. Donald Ross made revisions to the course in 1919 and in 1921, Stanley Thompson was commissioned to rebuild some greens, traps, and divert the Credit River followed by his lengthening the course...

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Muskoka Lakes Golf & Country Club  (1920)

Muskoka Lakes

Port Carling, Ontario   In the early 1900’s, the founding fathers of the Muskoka Lakes Golf and Country Club (MLGCC) searched for and inspected several properties suitable for a golf course. By 1919, the first Board of Directors was appointed and had purchased Liliwood Farms and an adjoining farm, together...

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Niagara Falls Commission Golf Course (Whirlpool)  (1947)

Niagara Falls, Ontario   Stanley Thompson designed Whirlpool in 1947, which opened in 1950. The Whirlpool Golf Course is one of Canada’s most highly rated and renowned public golf courses. It is owned and operated by the Niagara Parks Commission and is located in a spectacular setting against the backdrop of the Niagara River Whirlpool and Gorge. Mailing address Niagara...

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Norfolk Golf & Country Club  (2015)

Simcoe, Ontario There is no direct evidence linking Stanley Thompson to this golf course other than visual when walking the ground.  It is understood that the Thompson brothers were frequent visitors as noted by their photo in the clubhouse and it is highly unlikely that they did not make suggestions, particularly around the green/bunker complexes. Mailing address Norfolk Golf & CC...

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North Bay Golf & Country Club  (1921)

North Bay - Hole No. 13

North Bay, Ontario   North Bay Golf and Country Club is located on the escarpment overlooking the city.  Stanley Thompson designed 9 holes which were constructed in 1921-1922. The course was expanded to the  current 18 hole, par 72 championship golf course by Howard Watson in the 1950's.  Although the club...

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Norway Point Golf Club  (1910)

Lake of Bays, Ontario   Norway Point GC, built in 1910 no longer exists. Evidence suggests that Stanley Thompson worked at Norway Point before WWI. Barclay 2000 Mailing address Norway Point Golf Club (NLE) Lake of Bays, Ontario Canada  Extent of 'Thompson' Work No evidence of any work doneVerification level: No Involvement   Evidence Memo from ST to Minister of the...

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Oakdale Golf & Country Club  (1926)

Downsview, Ontario The Oakdale Golf and Country Club's original course (Thompson and Homenuik nines) were designed and built in 1926 by renowned golf course architect Stanley Thompson. It is parkland style, well treed with undulating terrain. Black Creek, a tributary of The Humber River, runs through the over 200 acres of property on which Oakdale is built and affects eleven...

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Old Mill Miniature Course  (1929)

Toronto, Ontario   Stanley Thompson designed this 'pitch and putt' course in 1929 however the course no longer exists. Barclay 2000 Mailing address Old Mill Miniature Course (NLE) Toronto, Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work 18 hole miniature golf course design New done by Stanley Thompson & Co. (architect: Stanley Thompson)Verification level: Level 1 Stanley Thompson & Co. 18 hole miniature golf...

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Orchard Beach Golf & Country Club  (1926)

Orchard Beach Hole 2

Keswick Lake Simcoe, Ontario   Located in Keswick, Ontario, overlooking Lake Simcoe, Orchard Beach is a beautiful nine hole course with a rich history. Established in 1927, it still retains much of the character and charm that was in the original design by Stanley Thompson, arguably the most renowned Canadian...

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Oshawa Golf & Country Club   (1929)

Oshawa Hole 1

Oshawa, Ontario   The Oshawa Golf Club started in or about 1895. Since 1911, when the first bunkers were built, the course has continued to be groomed, modified and refined to sustain its challenge. Many of these modifications were designed by Canada’s foremost golf course architect, Stanley Thompson, which qualifies...

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Owen Sound Golf Club   (1920)

Owen Sound

Owen Sound, Ontario   Nestled on the shores of the Georgian Bay, The Owen Sound Golf & Country Club is a premier golfing destination. Established in 1920, the 6,145 yard 18 hole Stanley Thompson design offers a challenging experience to golfers of every level. The view while playing holes situated...

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Peel Village Golf Club  (1921)

Brampton, Ontario   Located in the heart of Brampton, Peel Village Golf Club is constructed upon a 67-acre flood plain surrounding the Etobicoke Creek. The course offers golfers nine challenging holes in the midst of a natural wild life sanctuary. For golfers, Peel Village offers the unique experience of actually playing in a wild garden. The course, a mix of...

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Peninsula Golf Club  (1951)

Marathon, Ontario   Stanley Thompson, CGA, designed Peninsula Golf Course, a beautiful, public 9-hole golf course overlooking Lake Superior. With a licensed club house, pro shop, resident golf pro, rental equipment, and golf carts, you will find everything you need for a great day of golfing! Mailing address Peninsula Golf Course 141 Peninsula Road Marathon, Ontario Canada P0T 2E0  ...

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Peterborough Golf & Country Club  (1929)

Peterborough

Peterborough, Ontario   Stanley Thompson, the premier golf course architect of the 1920's and holder of the course record at the PETERBOROUGH GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB, was engaged, 1929 - 1931 to design an 18 hole layout. The original 6,300 yard course had all the Thompson trademarks for strategic golf....

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Pinehurst Miniature Golf Course  (1931)

Toronto, Ontario   Stanley Thompson designed Pinehurst (Miniature) GC in 1931 on three acres of property bounded by Yonge Street, Jackes Ave and Woodlawn Ave. The course no longer exists. Barclay 2000 Mailing address Pinehurst Miniature Golf Course (NLE) Toronto, Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work Miniature golf course New done by (architect: Stanley Thompson)Verification level: Level 3 Stanley Thompson Evidence...

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Queen Victoria Park Golf Club  (1923)

Niagara Falls, Ontario   Built in 1923-26, this course no longer exists. Barclay 2000 Mailing address Queen Victoria Park Golf Course (NLE) Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work 18 hole golf course design New done by Stanley Thompson & Co (architect: )Verification level: Level 3   Evidence Reference to Queen Victoria Park GC in 'The Toronto Terror'

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Rio Vista Golf Club  (1935)

Rio Vista Golf Club

Fort Erie, Ontario   For over 70 years, Rio Vista Golf Course has provided quality, affordable golf for the public. Located in Fort Erie, Ontario, Canada, our hidden gem has slowly matured into one of the finest public golf courses in the Niagara Peninsula. Originally opened in 1932, Rio Vista...

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Rockway Golf Club  (1935)

Rockway GC Hole 10 Tee

Kitchener, Ontario   Located in the heart of Kitchener, this fully mature Stanley Thompson course offers a challenge to golf enthusiasts of all skill levels. The beautifully landscaped 18 hole, par 70 course features fairways lined with mature trees along with a new chipping and putting complex that opened in...

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Sands Golf Course (The)  (1933)

Gravenhurst, Ontario Situated just off the shores of Lake Muskoka, “The Sands” (a Stanley Thompson course design) winds its way through the mature pines of Muskoka, providing spectacular views and challenging golf. The ideal course to take in a quick 9 holes, guests also enjoy the The Sands patio for a nice, relaxing lunch. Join us. Mailing address Sands Golf...

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Sarnia Golf Club   (1921)

Sarnia

Sarnia, Ontario   According to Barclay 2000, Stanley Thompson did a nine hole renovation in 1921. Mailing address Sarnia Golf Course 500 Errol Road West Sarnia, Ontario Canada N7V 1X7 Extent of 'Thompson' Work 9 hole renovation Renovation done by (architect: Stanley Thompson)Verification level: Level 3   Evidence Reference to Sarnia GC...

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Saugeen Golf Club  (1925)

Saugeen

Port Elgin, Ontario   Ours is one of the oldest clubs in the area, going back 80 years to when Canada's renowned Stanley Thompson designed our first nine, known as Legacy. Along the way 18 more holes were added, including our Sunrise nine, known for its undulating greens and intriguing...

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Sault Ste. Marie Golf Club  (1952)

Sault Ste Marie Golf Club

Sault Ste Marie, Ontario According to Barclay 2000, the first nine holes were laid out by George Cumming in 1919 before he became a partner in Thompson, Cumming and Thompson. Stanley Thompson remodelled the original 9 and added 9 holes starting in 1952. Brother Matt Thompson supervised the remodel and...

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Scotia Farm in Erindale  (1929)

Mississauga, Ontario   Stanley Thompson reported to  His Honour W.D. Ross, Lieutenant-Govenor of Ontario, about the suitability of Scotia Farm for a golf course on April 15th, 1929.   A drawing for a 6 hole course with provision to play a combination of them to make 9 holes was prepared on April 17, 1930.  This course was constructed and parts of it are still...

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Scarboro Golf & Country Club   (1947)

Scarboro Hole 17

Toronto, Ontario Noted golf professional and architect George Cumming designed the original course. In 1914, the handsome clubhouse and 18 hole golf course were formally opened. Although nature's original gifts of magnificent hills, towering trees, excellent soil and winding creek are still there, the founders of the Club would hardly...

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Shore Acres Golf and Country Club  (1922)

Toronto, Ontario   Stanley Thompson designed Shore Acres GC in 1922-23 however the course no longer exists. Barclay 2000 Mailing address Shore Acres G&CC (NLE) Toronto, Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work done by (architect: )  Verification level: No Involvement   Evidence Stanley Thompson Co. Ltd- Golf Architects advertisement Article in Canadian Golfer

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Sir Harry Oakes private course  (1929)

Niagara Falls, Ontario   Built in 1929 this 9 hole course no longer exists. Barclay 2000 Mailing address Sir Harry Oakes private course (NLE) Portage Rd. Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada  Contact information Phone: 905-358-6418   Extent of 'Thompson' Work 9 hole golf course design New done by Stanley Thompson & Co. (architect: Stanley Thompson)Verification level: Level 1   9 hole golf course construction supervision...

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Springbrook Golf Course  (1944)

Toronto, Ontario   Designed in 1944 by Stanley Thompson, Springbrook GC no longer exists. Barclay 2000 Mailing address Springbrook Golf Course (NLE) Toronto, Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work 9 hole par 27 course New done by (architect: Stanley Thompson)Verification level: Level 3   Evidence Reference to Springbrook GC in 'The Toronto Terror'

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St. Andrews Golf Club  (1925)

Toronto, Ontario   St. Andrews Golf Club began in 1925 with an 18 hole layout designed by Stanley Thompson. It was later expanded to a 27 hole course however the course no longer exists. Barclay 2000 Mailing address St. Andrews Golf Club (NLE) Parts of lots 12&13 Concession IE of Yonge St. Township of North York Toronto, Ontario Canada   ...

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St. Catharines Golf & Country Club  (1929)

St Catharines

St. Catharines, Ontario   In July of 1947, renowned golf course architects Stanley Thompson and Robert Trent Jones were awarded the contract to construct an additional nine holes while renovating the existing nine. As a result, a 6,400 yard, eighteen hole golf course opened on Sunday June 12th, 1949. Mailing...

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St. George's Golf & Country Club  (1928)

Etobicoke, Ontario   In 1909 Robert Home Smith, an accomplished builder from Stratford, began acquiring lands near the banks of the Humber River for real estate development. By 1927 he had perceived that if a fine golf club could be constructed in the area, it would add considerable extra sales appeal for his properties. About the same time, a good...

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St. Thomas Golf & Country Club   (1922)

St. Thomas G&CC

St. Thomas, Ontario   In 1908 George Cummings was asked to find a location for a new course. Cummings chose the 40-acre property located just east of St. Thomas on the north side of Talbot Street adjoining the C.P.R. tracks that was owned by Marcellus and John Hughes. On January...

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Summit Golf & Country Club  (1920)

Richmond Hill, Ontario   The Summit was founded in 1912, the ninth golf club in the Toronto area. The course was originally laid out by George Cumming, Head Pro at Toronto Golf Club, and George S. Lyon, the top amateur golfer at that time. In 1919 the course, as it is much seen today, was designed by the well-respected and...

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Sunningdale Golf and Country Club  (1933)

Sunningdale - Hole No. 1

London, Ontario   Our 400 acres contain two 18-hole championship golf courses designed by two of the most respected course designers in Canadian history, Stanley Thompson and Clinton (Robbie) Robinson. Mailing address Sunningdale Golf & Country Club 465 Sunningdale Rd. West London, Ontario Canada N6G 5B9 Contact information Website: http://www.sunningdalegolf.com Extent...

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Thornhill Golf & Country Club  (1922)

Toronto, Ontario   Thornhill Golf & Country Club was designed by Stanley Thompson in 1922 and has been the host of the PGA Canadian Open. It's filled with strategic bunkers, subtly breaking greens and elevated tees. It's the kind of course that will make you reach for every club in your bag and make you a better golfer for it....

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Uplands Golf & Country Club  (1937)

Uplands

Thornhill, Ontario   Designed by Stanley Thompson, Uplands first opened in 1922 as an eighteen hole private course. In 1989, urban sprawl engulfed half of the course and it became a nine hole gem in the middle of the city. The current nine holes criss cross a valley filled with...

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Wasaga Beach Golf & Country Club   (1924)

Wasaga

Stayner, Ontario   In 1924 Frank Thompson of Stanley Thompson and Co reviewed proposed sites and laid out a nine hole course on 130 acres.  Mailing address Wasaga Beach G&CC Stayner, Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work 9hole done by Stanley Thompson & Co. (architect: Frank Thompson)Verification level: No Involvement   Evidence...

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Waterdown Golf Course  (1933)

Hamilton, Ontario   Mailing address Waterdown Golf Course (NLE) Hamilton, Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work 18 hole golf course design New done by (architect: Stanley Thompson)Verification level: Level 3   Evidence Article in Canadian Golfer

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Westmount Golf & Country Club  (1929)

Westmount

Waterloo, Ontario   Designed by renowned golf course architect, Stanley Thompson, Westmount Golf and Country Club is a 160-acre private course located in a prestigious area of Kitchener-Waterloo. Westmount boasts a beautifully maintained championship level 18-hole golf course complete with a fully stocked pro shop, electric golf carts, caddies and...

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Willowdale Golf Course  (1931)

Toronto, Ontario   Willowdale GC,designed by Stanley Thompson in 1931, no longer exists. Barclay 2000 Mailing address Willowdale Golf Course (NLE) Toronto, Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work 18 hole layout design New done by Stanley Thompson & Co. (architect: Stanley Thompson)Verification level: Level 2   18 hole layout construction supervision New done by Stanley Thompson & Co. (architect: Stanley Thompson)Verification level: Level 2  ...

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Windermere Golf & Country Club  (1920)

Windermere

Windermere, Ontario   Windermere Golf & Country Club was established in 1919, is a semi-private golf & tennis facility. It was designed by George Cumming in 1920 and constructed by Thompson, Cumming and Thompson in 1920-1921 as a 12 hole course (later expanded to 18 holes). Set in the heart...

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Woodbine Golf Course  (1932)

Toronto, Ontario   This 18 hole course was designed by Stanley Thompson and Co in 1931,  opened in 1932, and became a subdivision in 1953. Barclay 2000 Mailing address Woodbine Golf Course (NLE) Township of East York, Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work 18 hole layout design New done by Stanley Thompson & Co. (architect: Stanley Thompson)Verification level: Level 3 Stanley Thompson...

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York Downs Golf Club  (1922)

, Ontario No longer exists   Stanley Thompson Ltd. constructed the course in 1922 however the course no longer exists on the original site. Barclay 2000 Mailing address York Downs Golf Course (NLE) , Ontario Canada    Extent of 'Thompson' Work 18 hole construction supervision New done by Stanley Thompson & Co. (architect: Charles Alison)Verification level: Level 2 Stanley Thompson & Co. Evidence...

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