Ian Webb Scholarships

In early 2019, Ian Webb—a nearly 30-year proud PGA of Canada member—was diagnosed with terminal cancer.

Webb started at Credit Valley in 2000 as the Director of Golf and in 2008 he was promoted to the role of General Manager/Chief Operating Officer. His love for Credit Valley and its people ran deep, as many considered him to be a patriarch of the club. The Canadian (and worldwide) golf community rallied in support of Ian, who was regarded as one of the best people in the business.

To help share Ian’s story and create his legacy as a legendary PGA of Canada member, we renamed our scholarship program in his honour. Moving forward, PGA of Canada Foundation scholarships will now be referred to as the Ian Webb Scholarships. We were so blessed to have Ian as a PGA of Canada member and are so pleased to rename our scholarship program after him.

In an effort to promote and foster ongoing education for PGA of Canada Members and Apprentices, the Webby Fund— in support of the PGA of Canada Foundation— will offer scholarship funding of varying amounts to qualified and selected applicants who are engaged in continuing their education through full-time studies. These scholarships are also open to any Sons/Daughters, Grandchildren or Spouses of PGA of Canada Members to help further academic achievements.

Applications are judged by a three-member independent panel and awarded based on academic achievement and contributions to the community.

The annual deadline to apply for a scholarship is June 28th, 2024, and the Evaluation Forms must be received by July 10th, 2024. For a copy of the 2024 PGA of Canada Foundation Scholarship Application, click here.

For further information, please contact, Wayne MacPhee at wayne@pgaofcanada.com or 1(800)782-5764 ext. 222

2023 Scholarship Recipients

Grace Crocker – Western University , Daughter of Alan Crocker

Zoe Derrheim – British Columbia Institute of Technology, Daughter of Brent Derrheim

Eden King – Mount Royal University, Daughter of Slade King

Abby Nelson – University of Lethbridge, Daughter of Dave Nelson

Jake Toffoli – University of Victoria, Son of Sandra Comadina

Testimonials & Recipient Feedback

"Thank you so much! I feel so fortunate to be selected and appreciate it very much, this is going to help out tremendously with achieving my final stages of flight training these next couple months of school. I would like to pass on many thanks to the foundation for providing this opportunity." - Zoe Derrheim (2023)

"I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for awarding me the Ian Webb scholarship. This generous support will significantly assist me in pursuing my education and career goals. It is an honor to be recognized by the PGA of Canada, and I am truly appreciative of your investment in my future." - Jake Toffoli (2023)

"Thank-you so much for this opportunity and selecting me, I am truly honoured and grateful for being selected for this scholarship. I am excited to continue my education and make the most of this incredible opportunity." - Eden King (2023)

"I have had the great pleasure of working with Ian Webb at Credit Valley both as an Assistant Professional and now as the Director of Golf. Credit Valley has spearheaded significant capital improvements during Ian’s tenure at the club, his vision for making Credit Valley best in class always shines through. Moreover, Ian’s talent with people and strong leadership style has created a culture of excellence. His passion for the game of golf is what started him on this journey. He has mentored a great number of professionals throughout our association and within the CSCM. We are all lucky to have spent time with and learned from a great Pro, Manager and Friend." — Donovan Fraser, Head Professional, Credit Valley Golf & Country Club

"In the few years I have known Webby, I can honestly say there aren’t many people in our business like him. Both motivating and inspiring— he is always quick to help and offer advise as a golf pro and be better as a person. Being around Webby and spending time with him automatically makes you a better person. Watching him go through this difficult time puts your own life in perspective. The love he has for his family and his Credit Valley family is inspiring, to say the least." — Ian Leggatt, Director of Golf, Summit Valley Golf & Country Club

""When you think of a consummate Professional the name that will always be top of the mind for me is Ian Webb. I have been fortunate enough to know Webby for a number of years, as both a fellow PGA member and more recently as a CSCM member. I've seen Ian interact and mentor numerous young Professionals who have either worked for him or have reached out to him personally for advice. Not only is Ian a highly skilled leader, but he is also somebody whose demeanour is both warming and transparent. These qualities have ensured that these young men and women who have learned from him will be both better professionals and better people for it. After 30+ years in the business, I still seek Ian out on a continual basis for his guidance which I know has made me a better person and leader. In conclusion, I feel so blessed that I have been lucky enough to call Ian both a mentor and a good friend," — Simon Bevan, Executive Professional, RiverBend Golf Community