The 2025 Canadian All Abilities Championship, presented by BDO, officially gets underway this week at The Dunes at Kamloops, welcoming 48 remarkable athletes. From August 4–7, players with neurological, intellectual, sensory, and physical impairments will compete in a 54-hole national championship designed to spotlight ability, resilience, and elite golf talent.
Now in its fifth year, the Canadian All Abilities Championship has grown in stature, diversity, and competitive structure. The tournament features four divisions: Men’s Gross Stroke Play, Men’s Net Stableford, Women’s Gross Stroke Play, and Women’s Net Stableford. All players, regardless of disability classification, compete in one of these divisions, which helps create a more inclusive and equitable competition environment.
“Things are going great here so far,” said Golf Canada Tournament Director Rogan Doyle, speaking from Kamloops ahead of the opening round. “We’ve had amazing support from the club, great volunteer turnout, and the players are enjoying themselves. It’s everything we could ask for to get off to a strong start.”
The event is hosted at The Dunes at Kamloops, a course known for its U.K.-style links feel, rolling fairways, and natural fescue. Head Professional and course owner Bill Bilton is confident the venue will deliver a memorable challenge.
“The course is in excellent condition, and the participants are in for a treat,” Bilton said. “We’re thrilled to welcome players from across Canada and abroad for such a meaningful event.”
Familiar Faces, Fierce Competition
Several standout names return to defend titles or build on past successes:
Natasha Stasiuk (Oakville, Ont.), a four-time Women’s Gross Stroke Play champion, headlines the women’s field. Stasiuk is riding a strong season, having claimed titles at the Ontario Adaptive Open and a category win at the U.S. Adaptive Open in Maryland last month.
Tess Trojan (St. Catharines, Ont.), a three-time Women’s Net Stableford champion, and Emma Bittorf (Strathmore, Alta.), last year’s Net Stableford winner, also return.
In the men’s division, Chris Willis (Aurora, Ont.), looks to secure his third consecutive Gross Stroke Play title. Ranked No. 21 in the World Ranking for Golfers with Disability (WR4GD), Willis is part of a strong field that includes:
Vic McClelland (High River, Alta., No. 12 WR4GD)
Kevin Delaney (Windsor, Ont., 2022 Stableford winner, No. 54 WR4GD)
Kelly Masson (Grand Prairie, Alta., No. 47 WR4GD)
Stasiuk and Willis have both represented Canada internationally this season, with appearances at the G4D Open in England and the U.S. Adaptive Open in Maryland.
A Platform for Growth and Visibility
Doyle, who’s in his third year directing the championship, emphasized the evolving nature of the event and its role in growing adaptive golf in Canada.
“Our championship continues to grow—not just in numbers, but in diversity and complexity,” Doyle said. “We have more unique exceptionalities represented than ever before and players from six provinces, plus international competitors from Australia and the U.S.”
The field includes golfers with a wide range of disabilities, including amputations, neurological and intellectual impairments, and visual impairments. All players are verified by EDGA (European Disabled Golf Association), ensuring fair classification and competition.
“We run two championships in each division,” Doyle explained. “Gross stroke play is traditional scoring, and net Stableford accounts for players’ handicaps. That dual format allows for fairness across such a wide range of physical capabilities.”
The Stableford scoring system awards points based on net performance on each hole: 5 for an albatross, 4 for an eagle, 3 for a birdie, 2 for par, 1 for bogey, and 0 for double bogey or worse.
More Than a Championship
Though the stakes are high, the atmosphere is one of camaraderie and celebration.
“The players are truly grateful to have this platform to compete,” Doyle said. “They love being here, catching up with friends from across the country, and just being part of this growing community.”
The Canadian All Abilities Championship is part of Golf Canada’s broader push for inclusion and equity in the sport. As part of that effort, Golf Canada is also investing in training PGA of Canada professionals in adaptive coaching and hosting seminars to ensure more rules officials are equipped to manage events for golfers with disabilities.
“This is about showing that golf truly is for everyone,” Doyle said.
What’s Next?
Practice rounds were held Monday, August 4, with tournament play running from Tuesday through Thursday, August 5–7. Weather conditions are expected to be favorable, and the course is ready to test the world-class field.
Results and live scoring are available here.
