PGA of Ontario Alcohol and Drug Policy 

 

 

Stroke Play Event Alcohol Policy 

• The consumption of alcohol before or during any PGA of Ontario stroke play event or Playing Ability Test is strictly prohibited. Violation of this policy is considered conduct unbecoming of a Member of the PGA of Canada/Ontario, and swift penalty will be issued by the Tournament Committee and PGA of Ontario office. 

 
Team Event Alcohol Policy  

• The PGA of Ontario will allow the purchase of alcohol from the host facility during team events only. This policy will be reviewed following each event and if any issues arise (including, but not limited to, professional conduct, alcohol abuse, or liability), this policy will be revoked immediately. Penalties will be issued based on any Professional violating Liquor Laws and/or the PGA Code of Professional Conduct and Safe Sport Policy.

 

This includes the following four events:  

• Pro/Pro Team Series 

• Head Pro/Assistant Pro Team Series 

• Senior Pro/Junior Pro Team Series 

• Fall Scramble Team Series 

 
Drug Policy 

• The PGA of Ontario will abide by each facility's drug policy.  

 

• Violation of PGA of Ontario Tournament Policy - $500 fine and reported to Safe Sport to determine further disciplinary action. 

• Violation of the Liquor Law - $500 fine and reported to Safe Sport to determine further disciplinary action.