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Archie Berube, NGA President, Nominated To Golf Ontario Hall Of Fame
- Northern Golf Association
- 2 days ago
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On behalf of everyone at the Northern Golf Association, we are thrilled to congratulate our president, Archie Berube, on his nomination to the Golf Ontario Hall of Fame!
For over 25 years, Archie’s unwavering dedication and leadership have helped shape the NGA into what it is today. His impact on golf in Northern Ontario is truly inspiring, and this well-deserved recognition reflects his incredible contributions to the game and people around him.
Archie, along with his fellow inductees, will be honored at the Golf Ontario Hall of Fame ceremony at Wooden Sticks Golf Club this May.
Thank you for everything, Archie, and congratulations again! We’re excited for another amazing season with you at the helm.
Read Golf Ontario's official article below.
Golf Ontario (April, 2025) --- Archie Berube is a dedicated volunteer, leader, and advocate who has played a pivotal role in the growth and revitalization of the Northern Golf Association (NGA) for over 25 years. His contributions to the game of golf in Northern Ontario over the past several decades are nothing short of remarkable. As a steadfast leader, Berube has been a guiding force for the NGA, helping to navigate its most challenging years and secure a future of growth and success for golfers in the region.
In the late 2000s, Archie recognized the need for change and began to recruit younger, energetic members to the NGA board of directors. This new wave of leadership helped the organization find its footing, embracing social media and fostering positive engagement with member clubs. Under Mr. Berube’s guidance, the NGA re-established a crucial dialogue with Golf Ontario, setting the stage for a revitalized relationship that would benefit all parties involved. By 2016, significant progress had been made, leading to the drafting of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the NGA, Golf Ontario, and Golf Canada. In November 2018, under Berube’s leadership, the NGA signed the MOU, marking a major milestone in the organization’s history and securing its place in the provincial and national golf scene.
Thanks to Berube’s vision and determination, the NGA has grown substantially since 2009, expanding from 12 member clubs to 33 by 2024. The organization’s successful collaboration with Golf Ontario and Golf Canada has allowed Northern Ontario to host more Provincial and National Golf Championships than ever before, including events like the 2022 Golf Ontario Junior Boys Championship and the 2024 Golf Ontario Mid-Amateur Championship. Berube’s leadership has played a critical role in securing these prestigious events for the region, benefiting not only the NGA but also local communities that have hosted these competitions.
Beyond his work with the NGA, Berube is deeply involved in the broader golf community. He serves as a volunteer at Golf Ontario qualifiers and Provincial Championships and is a member of the Northern Ratings Team, responsible for over 30 golf course ratings in Northern Ontario since 2018. He also plays a significant role at the Hollinger Golf Club, where he oversees the Starter/Marshal Program and contributed to the club’s expansion to an 18-hole facility.
Berube’s dedication to the sport of golf extends beyond his volunteer work. He has been instrumental in developing grassroots programs, and under his leadership, the Hollinger Golf Club was a finalist for Golf Canada’s National Facility Awards in the Grassroots Junior Program category. His contributions have been recognized on a provincial level with his induction into the Timmins Sports Heritage Hall of Fame in 2018.
Archie Berube’s legacy in Northern Ontario golf is one of perseverance, leadership, and unwavering commitment. He has helped shape the future of the sport in the region, ensuring that it remains vibrant and accessible for generations to come. As the Northern Golf Association prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026, Mr. Berube’s efforts will be remembered as a cornerstone of the organization’s success. His influence on the game, his community, and the people he has mentored will continue to resonate for many years to come.
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