Spruce Needles Golf Club

Spruce Needles Golf Club Northern Ontario's Premier Golf and Practice Facility The group obtained title to the land, 217 acres, on December 31, 1958.

In 1958, the idea of an additional golf club in the Timmins area originated with Ken Tomkinson, who responded to an advertisement in a golf magazine referring to Canadian golf and landscaping. Howard Watson, golf architect, replied and gave Ken some information on cost and what type of land would be suitable for a golf course. This information was shown to Henry Giallanardo, Don Collins, and Stan

Fowler, who in turn recruited seven others, Fred Graham, Fred Grant, Jim Lawrie, Joe Giardine, Bruno Bernardi, Rino Bragagnolo, Flav Pollon and Mert Lake. Thus were born the "daring dozen" or the "12 horsemen" as they came to be known.

1st Meeting - In August of 1958, during a coffee break, the 12 men discussed the growing interest of golf in the Porcupine. They were convinced that with a great deal of hard work and more financial backing, they could accomplish the unthinkable, to build another golf course in Timmins. Each man threw in $100.00 to retain a golf architect, Howard Watson, to do a feasibility study

Purchase of the Property - Howard Watson looked over several potential sites and recommended the old Waters Farm in Mountjoy Township which ran along the Mattagami River. Getting the Ball Rolling - The original 12 men managed to get 80 other people to pledge $500.00 each towards the estimated cost of $100,000.00 for the 1st nine holes and club house. The Charter - Applying for a charter meant that they could incorporate as a company and could offer redeemable preferred stock at $500.00 per share to interested individuals. The Charter was granted on May 1, 1959. Bob Shnier, architect, submitted plans for a two story club house which was projected to cost $45,000.00. Golf Course Sod Turning - Construction began on the Waters Farm on May 22, 1959. Due to the flood of 1960, the seeding and sodding of the course was delayed and play didn't open until the fall of 1960. Construction of the club house began in June 1960 and was completed in September 1960.

The Kia Klassic is officially sold out! A waiting list has started. If you wish to get on the list please email Chantal@...
08/31/2026

The Kia Klassic is officially sold out! A waiting list has started. If you wish to get on the list please email [email protected]

Thank you Team Spruce for representing the club. Congratulations Team Hollinger on a well played competition. We look fo...
08/31/2026

Thank you Team Spruce for representing the club. Congratulations Team Hollinger on a well played competition. We look forward to hosting next year!

08/30/2026

🏆 BOB BARRETTE MEMORIAL RYDER CUP Session #2 - Alternate Shot Results

Team Hollinger continues to roll!

✅ Bilodeau / MacInnes def. Garner / Bragagnolo 4 & 2

✅ Dagenais / Koski def. Moyle / Vincent 4 & 2

✅ Mackenzie / Rutley def. Nadeau / Lamothe 4 & 3

❌ Martineau / Tremblay fell to Richard / Cavalieri 4 & 3

🤝 Banks / Hofferd tied Vermette / Salvador (All Square)

✅ Cooke / Rigg def. Akiwenzie / Lapointe 3 & 2

Session Score: Hollinger 4½ - 1½ Spruce Needles

Overall Score: Hollinger 9½ - 2½ Spruce Needles

The momentum remains firmly with Team Hollinger as the battle for the Ryder Cup continues!

Congrats Jason!
08/29/2026

Congrats Jason!

We hope you have a great day!
08/29/2026

We hope you have a great day!

Tradition continues. Good luck team Spruce!
08/28/2026

Tradition continues. Good luck team Spruce!

🔥 The Rivalry Continues! 🔥
The Bob Barrette Memorial Ryder Cup is set for August 28-30, 2026 at Hollinger Golf Club.
Three days. Two clubs. One Cup.
🏆 Hollinger Golf Club
🏆 Spruce Needles Golf Club
Who will earn the bragging rights and take home the Cup?
📅 August 28-30, 2026
📍 Hollinger Golf Club
⛳ Where Tradition Meets Competition.

Opens Tuesday
08/27/2026

Opens Tuesday

We ask that all members and guests remain on the paths at all times. Thank you for your cooperation.
08/27/2026

We ask that all members and guests remain on the paths at all times. Thank you for your cooperation.

Day 25 of our Sponsor Appreciation. Thank you to Agnico Eagle Mines Limited for your support and generosity of sponsorin...
08/25/2026

Day 25 of our Sponsor Appreciation. Thank you to Agnico Eagle Mines Limited for your support and generosity of sponsoring all 70 carts!

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2400 Dalton Road
Timmins, ON
P4N7C2

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