RBC Canadian Open
The RBC Canadian Open is the third-oldest national open championship in the world, dating back to 1904. As Canada's only PGA Tour event, it brings together the world's best golfers to compete for one of the most prestigious titles in the sport. The tournament is renowned for its passionate crowds, challenging courses, and deep connection to Canadian golf history.
The 2026 edition will be contested at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in Caledon, Ontario. This world-class facility features the Heathlands Course — a links-style layout with fescue rough, undulating fairways, and firm conditions that test every aspect of a player's game. Known for its rugged beauty and strategic design, TPC Toronto promises a stern but fair test for the field.
With a rich history that includes champions like Arnold Palmer, Lee Trevino, and Tiger Woods, the RBC Canadian Open is a crown jewel of the PGA Tour's summer schedule and a celebration of golf's unifying spirit across North America.
⛳ TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (Heathlands Course) Overview
The Heathlands Course at TPC Toronto is a modern links-style masterpiece designed by Doug Carrick. With firm running conditions, native fescue, and strategic bunkering, it offers a unique test that rewards creativity, ball-striking precision, and a deft touch around the greens.
Quick Course Overview
Inspired by traditional Scottish links, the Heathlands Course emphasizes ground game options and penalizes errant shots with thick fescue. Wind plays a major factor, requiring players to shape shots and control trajectory across its sprawling layout.
Yardage / Par
- Par: 71 (Heathlands Course)
- Yardage: ~7,200 yards
Course Type / Conditions
- Links-style design with firm, fast conditions
- Native fescue rough framing undulating fairways
- Large, contoured greens with run-off areas
- Strategic bunkering placed at landing zones
What Matters Most
- Creative shotmaking to navigate firm turf
- Short-game versatility around tightly mown chipping areas
- Wind management and precise iron play
- Patience on a course that yields birdies but also big numbers
Key Holes / Momentum Stretch
- Par-4 6th — a demanding dogleg with fescue looming on both sides
- Par-3 11th — long iron test into a narrow green protected by native grass
- Par-5 16th — a reachable birdie opportunity that can shift momentum
- Finishing stretch (16–18) — risk-reward decisions define the closing drama
Winning Formula
- Control ball flight and distance in the wind
- Stay patient with a reliable putter on grainy bentgrass greens
- Avoid double-bogeys by managing fescue off the tee
- Capitalize on the par-5s and shorter par-4s when conditions permit
RBC Canadian Open
2026 RBC Canadian Open
Tournament Details
Date: June 8-14, 2026
Location: TPC Toronto (Heathlands), Caledon, ON
Field: 156 PGA Tour professionals
Key summer championship on PGA Tour schedule.
Tournament HighlightsRBC Canadian Open History (1904 - Present)
2026 RBC Canadian Open
Upcoming Event
TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley
Full field of 156 PGA Tour players
$9.5 million purse
FedExCup points and Open Championship exemption
2025 RBC Canadian Open
Recent Champion
TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley
First Scottish winner since 1939
Dramatic playoff victory
500 FedExCup points to winner
2020s Canadian Open
Modern Champions
Multiple Venues
Nick Taylor's historic win in 2023 (first Canadian since 1954)
Rory McIlroy won back-to-back in 2019 & 2022
TPC Toronto debuts as host in 2024
2010s Canadian Open
Glen Abbey Era
Glen Abbey GC & Others
Jhonattan Vegas won twice (2016, 2017)
Brandt Snedeker champion in 2013
Jim Furyk's 59 at Glen Abbey (2013)
2000s Canadian Open
Historic Winners
Multiple Venues
Vijay Singh won in 2004
Mike Weir gave Canada a champion in 2003
John Daly's iconic win at Glen Abbey (2001)
Tournament Format
Full-Field Event
156 Players Compete
72-hole stroke play format
Top 65 and ties make the cut
Winner receives Open Championship exemption
Historic Venue
TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley
Heathlands Course
Host venue since 2024
Course Details:
Par 71, ~7,200 yards
Charitable Impact
Community Support
Canadian Golf Foundation
Millions raised for Canadian golf initiatives
Supports youth and grassroots programs
Tournament founded in charitable spirit
Historic Champions
Legendary Winners
Golf Greats
Lee Trevino won three times (1977, 1979, 1981)
Arnold Palmer champion in 1955
Tiger Woods, Sam Snead, Greg Norman champions
The RBC Canadian Open Legacy
The RBC Canadian Open stands as one of golf's most historic national championships, dating back to 1904. As the third-oldest continuously running national open in the world, it holds a special place in the hearts of Canadian golf fans and players alike. The tournament has been a proving ground for legends and a launching pad for emerging stars across generations.
The championship's unique place on the PGA Tour schedule provides a crucial summer test for players preparing for major championships. With a $9.5 million purse and 500 FedExCup points awarded to the champion, the RBC Canadian Open attracts the world's best while maintaining its identity as Canada's premier golf event.
Beyond the competition, the RBC Canadian Open has become a powerful engine for growing the game in Canada. Through its charitable partnerships and community initiatives, the tournament has invested millions into grassroots golf, youth programs, and facility development across the country. This commitment to legacy ensures that the national open continues to inspire future generations of Canadian golfers.
As the tournament enters a new era at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley, it builds on a rich heritage that includes iconic moments like Nick Taylor's historic 2023 win — the first Canadian champion in 69 years. The RBC Canadian Open remains a cherished tradition that celebrates golf's past, present, and future on the world stage.