Glen Abbey Information

Most widely recognized for its role in Canadian golf and the home of the Canadian Open, the 92.7-hectare (229-acre) property has a diverse past that contributes to its cultural heritage.

The area seamlessly connects the sporting culture of the golf course, the open space of the parklands and surrounding residential neighbourhoods.

ClubLink development proposal and proceedings

The town’s Livable Oakville Official Plan sets out the vision for our community to preserve our heritage and stable residential neighbourhoods, while identifying areas of focus for high-density growth. 

In 2016 ClubLink submitted a proposal to redevelop the 92.7 hectare Glen Abbey Golf Course property including 3,200 residential units, and 121,000 square feet of new office and retail space. The application, as submitted, would require an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning By-law Amendment and a draft Plan of Subdivision.

ClubLink’s proposal did not adhere to the town’s official plan, nor did it conserve the heritage value of the golf course, which is subject to a designation by-law enacted by Council under Ontario Heritage Act.

Town Council refused ClubLink’s applications, and adopted its own official plan and zoning provisions to ensure the conservation of Glen Abbey, which ClubLink appealed. As a result, the town engaged in lengthy proceedings before the courts and the Ontario Land Tribunal over the last five years. 

In July 2021 ClubLink withdrew its appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal of applications to demolish the Glen Abbey Golf Course and replace it with a high-density residential development