The articles below were researched and written by golf writer, Brent Long a part of a three newsletter series called I LAMBTON. As the Club continues to grow and evolve, the focus of the newsletters is to share some of our rich history and traditions with all members.
Dec 28
Rees Jones believes the course is ready to take its place among the best in the Greater Toronto Area.

Dec 28
Willie Dunn Jr., Tom Bendelow, Donald Ross, Stanley Thompson, Robbie Robinson, and Graham Cooke.

The modern game of golf has come a long way since its popularity began to spread into Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th Century.

Golf course architecture was not an exact science when Albert Austin incorporated Lambton Golf and Country Club on July 16,1902. As his wealth as president of the Dominion Bank, Consumer’s Gas and the Canada Northwest Land Company increased, so did Albert’s passion for golf. When the Club’s Founder and President decided to create Lambton, there were fewer than 20 golf courses in Canada and only a handful of clubs in the Toronto area. The course and clubhouse had its Grand Opening on June 13, 1903.

Oct 09
This tennis tale starts with curling at Lambton Golf and Country Club, swings sweetly into golf and finishes with a smash hit on our popular tennis courts.

Oct 09
This ornate trophy was first won by Mrs. J Dick in 1903 and her name was etched on it again in 1905. It is known as the Ladies Handicap Trophy and according to the inscription on it, the trophy was presented to the club by its Founder, Albert W. Austin. Most recently, it has been awarded annually to the winner of the ladies’ “high handicap” match play event. This year’s winner was Cheryl Nesbitt. 

Oct 09
Lambton Golf Pro Won The 1907 Canadian Open At His Home Club.

Lambton Golf and Country Club has played host to the Canadian Open four times since being founded in 1902, but only once has its head golf professional won the national championship.

Aug 01
The Ladies Championship Cup is one of many outstanding trophies that are showcased throughout the clubhouse.

Aug 01
There is no doubt that Hugh Saunders knows his stuff when it comes to Lambton Golf and Country Club and many other things.

Aug 01
George Lyon competed in the 1904 Summer Olympic for golf and won gold. Golf wouldn't appear in the Olympics again for more than a century.