www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday August 5, 2006 - 5 Canadian Open coming back to Glen Abbey in 2008 The Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) officially announced that Glen Abbey Golf Club has been selected as host venue for the 2008 Canadian Open. The event is scheduled to take place from July 21-27, 2008. Glen Abbey has been the site of Canada's national open championship on 23 previous occasions. The 1977 Open marked its inaugural year with golfing great Lee Trevino taking the title. The most recent Canadian Open played at Glen Abbey occurred in 2004. In an unforgettable tournament for Canadians, Vijay Singh edged Bright's Grove, Ontario's Mike Weir in a playoff to earn his first title in Canada. "We are delighted to return the Canadian Open to the legendary Glen Abbey, one of the most spectatorfriendly golf courses in the world. Our national championship is steeped in tradition and Glen Abbey has been the stage for many memorable moments in Canadian Open lore." said Stephen Ross, RCGA Executive Director. Owned and operated by ClubLink Corporation as a premium daily fee course, Glen Abbey Golf Club has a long history with the Canadian Open. Designed by Jack Nicklaus, the Abbey opened in 1976 to serve as the permanent home of the Open with amphitheatre settings around the greens for fans and to provide an exciting test for PGA Tour professionals. Tiger Wood's 6-iron from 218 yards out of a fairway bunker on the 18th hole to win the 2000 Open is still fresh in the memory of many golf fans. "ClubLink is very proud to host the 2008 Canadian Open at Glen Abbey Golf Club, which has great history as the permanent home of the Canadian Open for almost 25 years with past champions such as Tiger Woods, Greg Norman and Mark O'Meara," said Robert Poile, President and CEO of ClubLink Corporation. "ClubLink has undertaken recent renovations and initiatives that have enhanced the playing experience at Glen Abbey so that amateur golfers and PGA Tour players alike find the course challenging, entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable." The news regarding Glen Abbey Special Events for August Canasta Sunday, August 9 Quilt Presentation Saturday, August 15, 10:00-11:30 Bayside Harmony Sunday, August 16 Blueberry Social Sunday, August 23 Delmanor Glen Abbey is Oakville's premier retirement residence for active adults. We emphasize independence and individuality in a community environment that promotes an active mind and a sound body. In short, we believe in LivingWell and we'd like you l to join us. If you would like to join us at one of these events or to book a tour, just call Margaret Milley 905-469-3232. TM 1459 Nottinghill Gate just south of Upper Middle, west of Dorval 905.469.3232 See Oakville page 7 SPOT CHECKS Make You A Winner! See SPOT See SPOT's Tag Smart SPOT! SPOT's spotters want to reward local pet owners who know the importance of Town of Oakville dog by-laws. They'll be out in the community looking for dogs that have a current licence, are on a leash and have a poop scoop bag! Be a responsible pet owner and WIN A PRIZE on the spot! Town of Oakville Dog Licence By-law #1982-1 5 requires all dogs to wear a current dog licence. Buy your dog licence at the Town of Oakville Municipal Offices., 1225 Trafalgar Road, or at the Oakville & District Humane Society, at 445 Cornwall Road. To learn more about SPOT CHECKS contact the Humane Society at 905-845-1551!