PGA of Alberta Awards

The PGA of Alberta Awards Program celebrates the outstanding contributions of our members to the game of golf.

PGA of Alberta members are not only skilled professionals, but also community leaders, playing a vital role in growing the sport and inspiring a passion for golf throughout Alberta.

More than a recognition platform, the Awards Program reflects the dedication, professionalism, and impact that drive our industry forward in Alberta. It shines a spotlight on the individuals and teams who go above and beyond to elevate golf in the province.

We encourage PGA of Alberta members and industry affiliates to get involved in the process – be it by submitting a nomination for an award, or participating in the selection process. This industry engagement is critical to help ensure the accomplishments of deserving professionals are celebrated and shared across the Association in Alberta.

Each award category includes its own eligibility requirements, application criteria, and evaluation guidelines.

Select an award below to download the corresponding Criteria & Guidelines.

The PGA of Alberta Awards Program uses a structured and transparent evaluation process to ensure all applications are reviewed fairly, consistently, and based on merit.

EVALUATION PROCESS

Applications are reviewed by a committees comprised of PGA of Alberta members and industry professionals. Evaluators are selected based on relevant experience and are required to follow a standardized scoring process.

SCORING FRAMEWORK

Most scored questions use a structured point scale with defined evaluation bands.

OVERALL EVALUATION

Some award categories include an overall impression score reflecting the evaluator’s full assessment of the application.

This score is intended to capture the overall strength of the submission and may consider:

• Overall quality of the application
• Alignment with the award purpose
• Sustained excellence
• Leadership and impact
• Professional reputation

FAIRNESS & INTEGRITY

The PGA of Alberta is committed to a fair, transparent, and credible evaluation process.

To support integrity and fairness, the program includes:

• Multiple evaluators per application
• Standardized scoring criteria
• Conflict of interest disclosure requirements
• Confidential evaluation processes

To help you navigate the process, we provide a step-by-step guide from nominations to final selection. Whether you’re submitting an application or simply learning more, this overview outlines what to expect at every stage of the program. 

	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 structured scoring rubric to evaluate all applications based on defined criteria and evidence. 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 PGA of Alberta Award recipients, celebrates bursary winners, and pays tribute to those receiving Lifetime Achievement Awards.