The 2026 RBC Canadian Open begins Thursday morning at the TPC Toronto golf course in Caledon, Ontario [1, 2].

As one of the premier events on the professional circuit, the tournament brings international attention to the region and serves as a critical platform for both established stars and rising players. Organizers said the event is a celebration of golf and sport [2, 3].

This marks the second straight year the RBC Canadian Open has been hosted at the TPC Toronto venue [3]. The course in Caledon provides the backdrop for a field that includes top international competitors and defending champion Ryan Fox [4].

Beyond the global stars, the tournament highlights a new wave of Canadian golf talent. Among the notable participants is 24-year-old Sudarshan Yellamaraju [5]. The inclusion of young domestic players, alongside seasoned professionals, emphasizes the growth of the sport within Canada.

Royal Bank of Canada continues to organize the event, which remains a cornerstone of the professional golf calendar. Coverage of the opening rounds is scheduled to begin Thursday morning as players take to the fairways in Ontario [3].

“The event is billed by organizers as a celebration of golf and sport.”

The decision to return to TPC Toronto for a second consecutive year suggests a strategic effort by the RBC Canadian Open to establish stability and familiarity for players and spectators. By pairing international veterans with emerging domestic talents like Yellamaraju, the tournament aims to bridge the gap between global professional standards and the development of the sport within Canada.