Golf, tennis season set to begin during COVID-19 pandemic

OTTAWA — Tennis courts and golf courses will soon be allowed to open in Ottawa during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Ontario Government announced the gradual relaxing of restrictions during the pandemic, including the reopening of tennis courts next Tuesday.

City Manager Steve Kanellakos told a City of Ottawa Town Hall meeting that the city is developing a plan to open all tennis courts in Ottawa, noting it normally takes two weeks to install all the nets.

“We’re looking to accelerate that,” Kanellakos said.

Outdoors sports fields and off-leash dog parks will also reopen on Tuesday.

Premier Doug Ford announced golf courses can reopen on May 16, with clubhouses open only for washrooms, and restaurants open for take-out. In addition, marinas, boat clubs and public boat launches are allowed to reopen for recreational use.

Several golf courses in the Ottawa area have announced they will be opening this weekend:

Driving ranges will be allowed to open on Tuesday.