![Of course there is golf. Here Paul McConnell from Dallas Texas tees off in the Can-OP Pro-Am.](https://www.netnewsledger.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Staal-Foundation-Open-Paul-McConnell-from-Dallas-Texas.jpg)
THUNDER BAY – The Mackenzie Tour – PGA Canada Staal Foundation Open is a lot more than just a great golf event. The event brings Thunder Bay, and Northwestern Ontario together to help fight cancer, but also demonstrates what is really special about our part of Ontario.
Scott Smith and his crew have brought together a volunteer team of almost 500 people. From fans to players you can expect a world class experience out at Whitewater Golf Club. From the food, to the attractions, the Staal Open is not only becoming one of the top events on the Mackenzie Tour, but one of the favourites of the players.
So what can you expect at the Staal Foundation Open? You might be surprised.
![You can get up close and personal with some of the up and coming stars in the world of professional golf](https://www.netnewsledger.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Mackenzie-Tour-PGA-CANADA-Players-having-fun.jpg)
Food? Of course… from the Grand Sasso there is some amazing Italian food ready to go.
![Grand Sasso is serving up amazing food](https://www.netnewsledger.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Grand-Sasso-at-Staal-Open.jpg)
![The crew is happy to serve you... and their menu has something for everyone.](https://www.netnewsledger.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Grand-Sasso-Crew-at-Staal-Open.jpg)
![NHL Hockey legend Bobby Orr was on hand at the Staal Foundation Open today](https://www.netnewsledger.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Bobby-Orr-at-Staal-Foundation-Open.jpg)
![The Canadian Armed Forces are onboard at the Staal Open](https://www.netnewsledger.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Canadian-Forces-at-Staal-Open.jpg)
![Bringing it home, the campers from Camp Quality were on hand too. Here they are after enjoying a visit](https://www.netnewsledger.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Camp-Quality-at-Staal-Foundation1.jpg)
The Staal Foundation Open, as envisioned by Executive Direct Scott Smith is a lot more than just a golf tournament. The golf is coupled with events around the city, and events at the Whitewater Golf Club.
Find out more at www.staalopen.ca