Ontario Investing Over $360,000 to Revitalize Kapuskasing Golf Club

New funding will modernize local community hub

June 26, 2026

KAPUSKASING — The Ontario government is investing $365,357 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to help the Kapuskasing Golf Club expand its amenities, attract more visitors and enhance its facilities for the community. As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario, the province is making strategic investments to help build and upgrade municipal infrastructure, creating jobs and providing residents and visitors with safe, welcoming spaces to enjoy.

“The Kapuskasing Golf Club plays a key role in the local community, supporting tourism, hosting social events and recreational opportunities,” said George Pirie, Minister of Northern Economic Development and Growth. “With our government’s support the club is creating employment opportunities and improving its day-to-day operations and ensuring its long-term viability.”

Established in 1937, the Kapuskasing Golf Club is a not-for-profit organization that provides the community with recreational golf opportunities, offering a range of activities, including tournaments, family and junior days and indoor golf. The club also serves as a venue for local events.

“Thanks to the support of the NOHFC, the Kapuskasing Golf Club has transformed into a thriving year-round facility,” said André Robichaud, Manager of Kapuskasing Golf Club. “The funding enabled the creation of full-time employment, increased operational efficiency, and generated sustainable revenue growth that will benefit our organization and community for years to come.”

To expand capacity and support year-round use, the clubhouse requires repairs and renovations. With NOHFC funding, the Kapuskasing Golf Club will install a golf simulator bay and accessible entrance doors and ramp, develop an outdoor practice area and renovate the kitchen prep counter. The club will also upgrade the ice machine, walk-in cooler and irrigation, IT and sewage systems. Once complete, the facility will be an accessible, modern and safe recreational hub with improved amenities and rental capabilities.

The Ontario government is prioritizing investments through the NOHFC that protect northern industries and jobs, mitigate the impacts of U.S. tariffs and trade disruptions and secure new opportunities for the long-term prosperity of northern Ontario. The renewed focus is boosting competitiveness and ensuring the North remains a leader in Ontario’s economy. This new direction is in addition to the province’s investment of an additional $30 million over three years, bringing the NOHFC’s annual budget to a total of $110 million. Together, these initiatives will benefit communities of all sizes, both rural and urban, including Indigenous communities.

Quick Facts

Through its funding programs, the NOHFC offers support to public and private sector economic development projects across northern Ontario.
Since June 2018, the NOHFC has invested more than $1 billion in over 8,600 projects in northern Ontario, leveraging more than $3.3 billion in investment and creating or sustaining over 13,400 jobs.

Quotes

“On behalf of the Town of Kapuskasing, I would like to thank the Government of Ontario and the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation for their continued investment in our community. The Kapuskasing Golf Club is an important recreational asset that contributes significantly to our quality of life, tourism sector and local economy. This funding will support meaningful improvements that enhance the experience for residents and visitors alike while helping ensure the long-term sustainability of one of northern Ontario’s premier golf destinations. Investments such as these strengthen our community, attract visitors and support economic growth across the region. We appreciate Minister Pirie’s ongoing commitment to northern Ontario and look forward to continuing our partnership to build strong, vibrant, and resilient communities.”

– Mayor Dave Plourde, Town of Kapuskasing

“Across Ontario, our government is investing in local sport infrastructure that helps people stay active, brings communities together and strengthens local economies. For nearly a century, the Kapuskasing Golf Club has been a fixture of this community and these upgrades will protect that legacy while opening the door for the next generation of golfers in northern Ontario.”

— Neil Lumsden, Minister of Sport

Additional Resources

The NOHFC, Northern Development Offices and Small Business Enterprise Centres support northern communities, businesses and other stakeholders in identifying economic development opportunities and government funding programs.