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Mentorship Program

Welcome to the PGA of Ontario Mentorship Program.  Introduced in 2022, this informal program is designed to connect new members with seasoned PGA of Ontario professionals who serve as mentors. While it enhances the experience for new members, it also provides a fantastic opportunity for any PGA of Ontario member looking to learn about different areas of the industry, or simply expand their network.

Why become a Mentor?

Mentoring has many benefits for both the mentor and the mentee.

Being a mentor provides the opportunity to strengthen and build your own skills while giving back to the Association by being a role model, support system, or guide to a new PGA of Ontario Professional.

For the mentee, having guidance and encouragement from an experienced PGA of Ontario professional will help foster a group of members who are passionate about their careers, the industry, and the Association, leading to long-term commitment to the golf industry.

Benefits of Mentoring

  • Increased Self-Confidence
  • Increased Self-Awareness
  • Leadership Skill Development
  • Improved Communication Skills
  • Opportunities to expand one’s network
  • Exposure to new and different perspectives

Frequent topics of discussion

  • Identifying career pathway
  • Personal development opportunities or suggestions
  • Goal setting to support identified ambitions
  • Guidance in having difficult conversations/conflict resolution
  • Managing or striving for work/life balance
  • Organizational skills to support hosting effective tournaments, scheduling, lesson planning, etc.
  • Skills in prioritization to be effective in desired career pathway

Expectations of the Mentor

  • Complete the Fit Check when you are paired with your mentee.  The objective of the Fit Check is to determine if the mentor and mentee are a good fit and if the mentor has the relevant experience to support the mentee in achieving their goals.  If the mentor & mentee feel the fit is not right, please contact the PGA of Ontario office to be rematched.
  • Set parameters of the relationship with the Mentee and create a plan for goals/objectives on what both parties want to achieve. Please CLICK HERE for or the Mentor/Mentee worksheet that can be used to guide your interactions.  This is only intended to be shared between the mentor and mentee.
  • Set-up checkpoints with your mentee four times to check-in on goals set by both parties. Example: This can be accomplished over a round of golf or a visit to one’s facility or by virtual means.
  • Be an ambassador of the PGA of Canada/Ontario, its programming and brand.
  • Encourage participation in PGA programs, events and education opportunities.
  • Get to know your mentee and why they became a member of the PGA of Canada/Ontario.
  • Introduce your mentee to anyone in your network that can support their growth and enrich their experience as a PGA Professional.
  • Make them aware of any upcoming industry education or networking opportunities.
  • Invite your mentee to your facility to see how your facility runs their operation
  • Serve as a sounding board
  • Commit to your Mentor/Mentee relationship(s) for a minimum of 1 term (we ask that you complete all 4 checkpoints).
  • To be eligible for Professional Recognition points, mentors and mentees must complete a minimum of 3 checkpoints and complete a short feedback survey to be eligible to receive points.

Become a Mentor

If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please complete THIS FORM. After the form has been submitted, you will be contacted by the PGA of Ontario office.

Expectations of the Mentee  

  • Provide the PGA of Ontario with the information required to successfully match you with a mentor.
  • Determine the goals you want to achieve with the assistance of the mentor.
  • Commit to 4 checkpoints (1 term) with your mentor to review goals set by both parties. Example: This can be accomplished over a round of golf, a visit to the mentor’s facility or by virtual means. You can even share your experience on social media!  
  • Demonstrate the desired behaviors and conduct of a PGA of Canada professional at all times. 

Become a Mentee

If you are interested in becoming a mentee, please complete THIS FORM. After the form has been submitted, you will be contacted by the PGA of Ontario office.

Matching Process

  • Mentor and mentee will be matched shortly after the mentee has become a member of the PGA of Canada.
  • Mentor/Mentees will be paired based on geographical location and/or area of specialization with the cooperation of the mentor and mentee to Complete the Fit Check

Professional Recognition Program

All Mentors and mentees will receive 5 Professional Recognition Program Points for their involvement in the Mentorship Program. Points will be awarded annually in October.  All mentors and mentees must complete a minimum of 3 checkpoints and complete a short feedback survey to be eligible to receive points.
 
 

Program Timeline

After reviewing the trends of when a mentee and mentor are available to meet, new members who sign up for the New Member Mentorship Program after January 1, 2024 will be matched in the Fall of 2024.