What Our Members Say

"Without the CMAC, I would not be the manager I am today."

"I always love joining CMAC events for the networking, it is one of the most valuable aspects of the Private Club Industry."

"As a newer member to CMAC, I appreciate the ability to connect with leaders in other clubs and to share ideas and best practices. I also found the conference this year incredibly valuable. The sessions were varied and covered numerous relevant topics in the industry."

start Oct 6, 2026, 2:00 PM - end Oct 6, 2026, 2:30 PM

Ontario Branch Virtual Coffee Chat

Learn and share strategies for Cross Departmental Collaboration: How To as we discuss practical ways to strengthen teamwork, communication, and success across club operations.
start Oct 7, 2026, 1:00 PM - end Oct 7, 2026, 4:00 PM

Belonging By Design: Building cultures where people want to work, lead, stay, and belong

This leadership workshop explores why belonging should be viewed as a business strategy rather than an HR initiative, and how workplace culture directly influences employee engagement, retention, succession planning, and organizational performance.
start Oct 28, 2026, 10:00 AM - end Oct 28, 2026, 5:00 PM

Find Your Fit at Clubs

A career exploration and connection event designed to help students and emerging leaders discover where they fit within the private club industry—while creating meaningful connections with clubs and professionals.

Please note: This event is for students only.
start Nov 2, 2026, 8:30 AM - end Nov 2, 2026, 1:00 PM

Land & Sea - Fitness, Wellness & Aquatics Roundtable

Join private club fitness, aquatics, and wellness professionals for an interactive roundtable where ideas, experiences, and practical solutions are shared through engaging peer-to-peer discussion.
start Nov 3, 2026, 2:00 PM - end Nov 3, 2026, 2:30 PM

Ontario Branch Virtual Coffee Chat

Discover creative approaches to Employee Perks by exchanging ideas and experiences that help attract, engage, and retain great team members.

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Why Consider the Club Industry?

The Leaderboard

Sep 16, 2026

Behind the Menu: How Private Clubs Are Rethinking the Dining Experience

Food and beverage programs continue to evolve across Canada’s private club community, balancing member expectations, culinary creativity, operational realities and the desire to create memorable experiences. In this article, Food & Beverage leaders from clubs across Ontario share what they’ve learned through the summer season and what they’re bringing into fall—from seasonal menus and local sourcing to managing costs, engaging members and creating experiences that extend beyond the plate. Their insights offer practical inspiration for clubs looking to deliver meaningful dining experiences while staying true to their unique membership and traditions.

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Contact Info

	1401-2045 Lake Shore Blvd. W. Toronto, ON M8V 2Z6
	(416) 878-6066
	admin@cmacontario.com

About Us

The Ontario Branch of the CMAC has more than 80 clubs, mostly private golf, yacht, athletic and city clubs located in central and southern Ontario between Brantford on the West and Belleville on the East. At over 250 members, it is the largest Branch in CMAC and offers tremendous value for members through professional development, excellent opportunities for networking, promotion of club management as a career, and support through scholarships and donations.

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