PGA of Alberta Awards | PGA of Alberta

The PGA of Alberta Awards program stands as a crucial pillar in the recognition and celebration of its members’ exceptional contributions to the world of golf. Serving not only as skilled professionals but also as community leaders, these individuals play a pivotal role in nurturing the sport’s growth and fostering a deep passion for golf within their communities.

More than just a recognition platform, the Awards Program is a reflection of the passion and professionalism that drives our industry forward. It highlights the individuals and teams who go above and beyond to elevate the game of golf in Alberta.

We invite PGA of Alberta members and industry affiliates to take part in this meaningful initiative—whether by submitting a nomination, applying for an award, or participating in the selection process. Your involvement helps ensure that the accomplishments and contributions of deserving professionals are celebrated and shared across our network.

The list of awards for nomination includes: Apprentice Professional of the Year, Class "A" Professional of the Year, Club Professional of the Year, Coach of the Year, Executive Professional of the Year, Junior Leader of the Year, Retailer of the Year (Annual Gross Merchandise Sales Up To $600,000 & Annual Gross Merchandise Sales Over $600,000), Sales Rep of the Year, and Teacher of the Year.

Detailed criteria for each award can be viewed by clicking on the corresponding button below.

To help you better understand how the Awards Program works, the following outlines each stage of the process—from nominations to final selection. Whether you’re submitting an application or simply looking to learn more, this step-by-step overview will guide you through what to expect at every stage.

	NOMINATION PERIOD During the nomination period, PGA of Alberta members and industry affiliates can submit nominations via the PGA of Alberta website. The nomination period is an opportunity to recognize deserving professionals whose contributions have made a significant impact on the industry and local communities. NOTE: Members who submit a nomination will receive two (2) Top 100 points.
	APPLICATION STAGE Once the nomination period closes, all nominees will be notified by email that they have been nominated for an award. Nominees are then required to complete an application to move forward in the awards process. For this stage, we use a platform called SmarterSelect. While not mandatory, it is strongly recommended for nominees to also submit a video bio during this stage.
	SUBCOMMITTEE REVIEW After nominees have submitted their applications, we move to the subcommittee review part of the process. Each award has a designated subcommittee comprised of past winners of the award and members of the main awards committee. The subcommittee uses a ranking system, and the five (5) nominees whose applications rank the highest are then presented to the main awards committee.
	SELECTION COMMITTEE REVIEW & FINALISTS ANNOUNCED The main awards committee reviews the finalists for each award as presented by the subcommittees before submitting confidential votes using a ranking system. Finalists for all awards are announced early in October.
	WINNERS REVEALED Winners for each award are revealed at the PGA of Alberta Awards Ceremony. The ceremony is hosted at the BMO Centre, along with a cocktail reception to kick off this special evening, which honours the 2025 PGA of Alberta Award recipients, celebrates bursary winners, and pays tribute to those receiving Lifetime Achievement Awards.