Become a Coach or Instructor to Earn a High School Credit!
Sport Leadership – Coaching and Officiating
In partnership with the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and Sport Nova Scotia, the Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage has developed the Sport Leadership Personal Development Credit for high school students in Nova Scotia.
This program provides students with the opportunity to build valuable leadership skills through coaching and/or officiating, while earning a high school credit for their meaningful contribution to the sport community.
Eligibility
The program is open to Nova Scotia High School students in Grades 10, 11 and 12 who are actively involved in coaching or officiating with:
- a community sport club, or
- a provincial sport organization that is a member of Sport Nova Scotia
Program structure
Students enrolled in the program may earn one full high school credit by completing all program requirements in either coaching or officiating.
Contact
For additional questions, contact schoolcredit@novascotia.ca.
Nova Scotia’s Tucker Doiron competed in a stacked field at the US Junior Amateur Qualifier on Monday, June 8th
The qualifier featured 70 of Canada’s top junior athletes at the challenging Chilliwack Golf Club in British Columbia. The qualifier offers 3 spots into the field for the 78th US Junior Amateur Championship, to be held at Saucon Valley C.C. in Bethlehem, PA, from July 20-25, 2026.
Tucker shot an impressive 4-under par round of 68 that featured an eagle and four birdies. His performance had placed him in a 3-person playoff for the final qualifying spot, where he earned the 1st alternate position after a 7-hole playoff.
Tucker will await a call from the USGA as he remains high on the alternate list for what is well known as the best junior tournament in the world, the 78th US Junior Amateur Championship.
Tucker is a member of the Nova Scotia Junior Development Team and has shown tremendous dedication to improving in every aspect of the game. His desire to compete at the highest levels in junior golf is proving that his work in Nova Scotia is paying off at the national and international stage.
Congratulations on a great performance, Tucker, and Nova Scotia will be cheering you on as we hope to see you compete in Pennsylvania in late July.
2026 Golf NS Men’s Four-Ball Championship
Congratulations to the 2026 Golf NS Men’s Four-Ball Overall Champions: Owen Mullen and Mark Chandler! The duo captured the title after two days of competition at Paragon Golf & Country Club and Berwick Heights Golf Course, kicking off another exciting Provincial Championship season.
The divisional winners featured the following players:
Division A: Trevor Chow & David Williamson
Division B: Darcy McHugh & Peter Topshee, Terry Moore & Don Dorey, Marc d’Entremont & Georges d’Entremont
Division C: Carl Baltzer & Brad Corkum
Division D: Brad Mountain & Kenny Mountain
Golf Nova Scotia extends a heartfelt thank you to Paragon Golf & Country Club and Berwick Heights Golf Course for hosting this event for the past three consecutive years. Your continued support and hospitality have made this championship a highlight on our tournament calendar.
Congratulations to all players who competed and made this year’s championship a success!
AccessAbility Week 2026
National AccessAbility Week takes place every year, starting on the last Sunday in May.
For 2026, join us from May 31 to June 6 to celebrate and promote:
- the valuable contributions and leadership of persons with disabilities in Canada
- the work of allies, organizations and communities that are removing barriers
- ongoing efforts to become a more accessible and disability-inclusive Canada
This year’s National AccessAbility Week theme is “Building a Strong, Accessible Canada.”
It invites all of us, including governments, businesses, organizations, and individuals, to take action to advance a barrier-free country. Significant progress has been made to eliminate and prevent barriers, and by continuing to work together, we can build a truly accessible, inclusive and equitable Canada.
Our country is stronger when persons with disabilities can participate fully in all aspects of society.
Together, we can empower each other and make a meaningful impact.
Golf NS News Volume 4, Edition 5 – May
Support4Sport Awards 2026
The Support4Sport Awards, hosted by Sport Nova Scotia, were held on May 23rd, bringing together the province’s sport community for an evening of celebration and recognition. The event awarded Nova Scotia’s amazing athletes, coaches, teams, volunteers, sponsors, and community sport organizations for their hard work in their sport.
Congratulations to the following Golf Winners:
- Community Sport Organization of the Year: FirstTee – Atlantic
- Volunteer of the Year: Binney Leslie
- Official of the Year: David Potter
- Team of the Year: Nova Scotia Mid Amateur Men’s Team
- Junior Male Athlete of the Year: Luke MacDougall
- Junior Female Athlete of the Year: Olivia Seaman
National Golf Day
Nova Scotia is home to some of the most beautiful golf experiences in the world, from our breathtaking coastal views to the incredible courses, clubs, and communities that make our province so special. Today, we celebrate the game that brings people together and the golfers who continue to grow and support it across Nova Scotia.
Thank you to all golfers, volunteers, staff, coaches, officials, superintendents, and golf facilities who help make our golf community thrive each and every day. Your passion for the game is what makes golf in Nova Scotia truly unforgettable.
Here’s to another great season on the fairways across our province!
Rules Officials Meeting Recap
Today we hosted our Rules Officials Meeting as returning and new officials came together to prepare for the upcoming championship season.
The meeting provided an opportunity for our referees to review updates for the season, collaborate with one another, discuss common rules scenarios, and ask questions ahead of a busy summer of championships.
A big thank you to Rules Chair, Mike McKenzie, for organizing today’s session, all of our dedicated volunteer referees for attending, and Brightwood Golf & Country Club for hosting us today!
3 Nova Scotia Courses Named in the Golf Digest Top 100 Golf Courses
Three of Nova Scotia’s finest have earned their place among the world’s best.
#14 – Cabot Cliffs
#25 – Cabot Links
#89 – Cape Breton Highlands Links
Having three courses ranked inside Golf Digest’s World’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses is a remarkable achievement and a testament to the incredible golf experiences found right here in Nova Scotia.
From breathtaking coastal views to unforgettable championship layouts, Nova Scotia continues to shine on the world stage.
Girls Come Try Golf – Antigonish
What a fantastic start to the 2026 Girls Come Try Golf season at Antigonish Golf & Country Club!
We were thrilled to welcome 25 girls out to learn the game, build confidence, and have fun on the golf course in a positive and encouraging environment. From full swings to plenty of smiles, it was an amazing day introducing more young girls to the game of golf.
A huge thank you goes out to all of our incredible volunteers and to Antigonish Golf & Country Club for helping make this event such a success. Your support and dedication continue to help grow the game across Nova Scotia!
