As part of its comprehensive 6-stage development program, the Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) provides elite junior golfers with the opportunity to qualify for international events and represent CJGA Team Canada through the CJGA Junior Tour and CJGA Linkster Tour.

The CJGA strives to host qualifying tournaments nationwide, ensuring all members have the chance to participate. However, due to logistical constraints, the number of qualifying opportunities may be limited and therefore restricted to specific regions.

Selection of players to represent Canada is based on established qualifiers held in each designated province, ensuring a fair and rigorous process.

Over the past 35 years of hosting elite competitions, the Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) has established strong relationships with numerous international federations, associations, and tournament organizations. These partnerships have enabled our members to secure spots on CJGA Team Canada, granting them access to some of the world’s most prestigious international junior competitions.

1. Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to outline the principles, criteria, and procedures used by the Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) in the selection of players for:

• CJGA International Teams
• CJGA-sanctioned International Events
• International Event Exemptions allocated to the CJGA

This policy is designed to ensure a fair, transparent, inclusive, and performance-based process, while allowing flexibility to maximize international opportunities for CJGA members.

2. Guiding Principles

The CJGA is committed to:

• Providing equal opportunity for eligible junior golfers to pursue international competition
• Recognizing performance, consistency, and player development
• Maintaining alignment with international governing bodies and event organizers
• Acting in the best interest of junior golf and the CJGA membership as a whole

3. Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for CJGA International Team selection, International Event qualifying, or International Exemptions, a player must:

• Be a full CJGA member in good standing
• Have no outstanding disciplinary, conduct, or eligibility issues with the CJGA
• Meet any age, gender, handicap, or eligibility requirements set by the CJGA or the host international event
• Comply with all CJGA policies, including Code of Conduct and Athlete Expectations

4. Qualifying Criteria

The CJGA utilizes a multi-factor evaluation system. Selection may be based on one or a combination of the following criteria. This list is not exhaustive and may be expanded as required.

4.1 Performance-Based Criteria

• Finishes in designated CJGA qualifying events with direct exemption access
• Present year CJGA Order of Merit standings
• Previous year CJGA Order of Merit standings
• Wins at CJGA-sanctioned events, including majors
• Present and past Major National Event winners
• Exceptional event performances
• Exceptional scoring averages, current year and/or previous year

4.2 Experience & Representation

• Previous members of CJGA International Teams
• Notable finishes at international events

4.3 Event-Specific Requirements

• Fulfillment of specific qualifying criteria for individual international events
• Criteria may be score-based, points-based, or placement-based
• Participation in a required number of designated qualifying events, where applicable

4.4 Participation & Commitment

• Demonstrated CJGA participation and event support
• Commitment to CJGA programming and competitive pathway

4.5 Discretionary & Supplemental Criteria

• Written application to the CJGA requesting consideration
• PGA of Canada Professional or recognized coach recommendations
• Additional criteria established by the CJGA International Team & Events Committee

5. Application Process

Where required, players may be asked to:

• Submit a written request or application for international consideration
• Provide competitive history, scoring data, and availability
• Supply letters of recommendation from PGA professionals or accredited coaches

Deadlines and application requirements will be communicated by the CJGA for applicable events.

6. Selection Committee Authority

The CJGA International Team & Events Committee is responsible for:

• Reviewing all qualifying data and applications
• Interpreting and applying this policy
• Determining final selections and exemptions

The Committee may:

• Establish event-specific qualifying criteria
• Adjust selection models to align with international event requirements
• Determine additional qualifying factors as necessary

7. CJGA Discretionary Selection Clause

The CJGA reserves the right to select team members or grant international event exemptions outside of the listed qualifying criteria if the standard qualifying conditions are not met, or if exceptional circumstances exist.

This discretion may be applied to:

• Ensure full team representation
• Address limited field sizes or unused exemptions
• Recognize extraordinary performances or development trajectories

8. International Event Governing Body Requirements

Some international events or host committees may impose predetermined qualifying processes or selection requirements.

In such cases:

• The CJGA will adhere to and/or incorporate those requirements into its selection process
• CJGA criteria may be adjusted to ensure compliance with the host event

9. Communication & Transparency

• Selection criteria, qualifying events, and timelines will be communicated where possible through CJGA channels
• Final selections and exemptions are communicated directly to selected players
• Selection decisions of the CJGA International Team & Events Committee are final

10. Policy Review & Amendments

This policy will be:

• Reviewed periodically by the CJGA
• Updated as required to reflect changes in international golf, CJGA programming, or governance standards

The CJGA reserves the right to amend this policy at any time in the best interest of its membership and international partnerships.