The Code of Conduct is intended to establish clear expectations for acceptable behavior at Hamilton Golf & Country Club (“HGCC”) which apply to members, guests and employees. It is not intended to restrict individual rights, but rather to ensure that all members, guests and employees can expect to be treated with respect while playing, working or attending HGCC.

Only Members in good standing and guests are entitled to use the clubhouse, golf course, and practice facilities. The rights of any member to the privileges of HGCC shall coexist with the period of his or her membership subject to the by-laws, policies and rules of HGCC. The HGCC deems that all members have given their consent to be bound by its by-laws, policies and rules as may be established or revised from time to time.

The Board of Directors shall set policy and HGCC shall deal with all matters pertaining to the conduct of the members, their guests and employees.

All persons shall:

• Conduct themselves in a respectful, cordial, and sportsmanlike manner
• Respect the rights of other members and their guests at all times
• Respect the traditions of HGCC and the game of golf at all times
• Adhere to all HGCC’s by-laws, policies and rules including, but not limited to; Dress Codes, Course Etiquette, Cell Phone Policy, Alcohol Policy, Smoking Policy, Harassment Policy, etc.
• Recognize the rights of employees to work, and of members to participate in an environment free of harassment
• Comply with the laws of the City of Hamilton, Province of Ontario and the Country of Canada

All persons shall not:

• Attempt to reprimand other members or staff and should address any area of concern with the COO or Board
• Physically or verbally abuse or harass, including sexual harassment, any member, guest or staff member

Breach of Code of Conduct

Management and staff are authorized, to take steps necessary, (including temporary resolutions), to ensure club policies/rules are observed and to contact police in the event of criminal conduct. Any member, guest or employee who observes breaches of the Code of Conduct, shall inform the COO or Head Professional or Senior Management Staff of such a breach. Once notified the COO may contact staff, member(s), guest(s) or witnesses involved to review the incident. The COO will report his or her findings to the Board of Directors which may conduct further investigation and impose disciplinary action if appropriate. Discipline may include suspension of privileges, the further involvement of legal authorities and or expulsion from the club as detailed in the By-Laws.

Specific To Entering/Exiting the Parking Lot: Upon arrival or departure, relaxed dress, including denim, will be permitted for members as they traverse the paved parking areas and proceed directly to and from their respective locker room entrances. Flip-flop type sandals remain prohibited. Members must enter their respective locker rooms using the entrance facing the parking area and must not deviate to club pathways, Clubhouse, dining or lounge areas, Practice Ranges, Short Game Practice Area, Putting Green, Golfer Services or Professional Shop. This revised policy, while relaxed to benefit members, is designed to be tightly restricted and limited. Changing of shoes or clothing in the parking lot is not permitted.

Clubhouse:
a) Upper level clubhouse: Great Hall, Main Dining Room, Upper Lounges/Rooms and Board Room.
b) Lower level clubhouse: Pub Sol, Mixed Lounge, Grill Room and patios.

a) Upper level of clubhouse dress code:
The upper level of the clubhouse is meant to provide a more formal area of the Club, adhering to the traditional values and rich history of a club originated in 1894. May vary based on events and must be approved beforehand.

Men and Junior Boys:
• Collared shirt, jacket required, tie event dependent. Boys under 13 do not require a jacket.
• All shirts must be tucked in always.
• No denim permitted.

Women and Junior Girls:
• Appropriate comparable attire.
• No denim permitted.
Note: Upper level of the clubhouse dress codes may change according to various events.
Exceptions will be noted in the event announcement.

b) Lower level clubhouse dress code:
The lower level of the clubhouse is meant to provide a less formal, more casual ambiance, where casual après-golf activity can occur, but also catering to more upscale lounging/dining in the Grill Room, mixed lounge and patios.

Men and Junior Boys:
• All golfing area’s dress codes are acceptable.
• Fashionable denim trousers are permitted in lower levels of the clubhouse. Denim must not have tears, be faded or be work pants.
• Denim shirts, shorts or jackets are not permitted.
• Golf joggers are permitted.
• Fashionable sports/casual shirts may be worn untucked in lower levels of the clubhouse. No tshirts.
• No hoodies, track pants or tracksuits. Jackets with full zipper and hood are permitted.
• Golf shirts and dress shorts must be tucked in always. Fashionable casual shirts may be worn untucked in lower areas of the clubhouse. No t-shirts.
• A collar shirt must be worn under a sweater that does not have a collar.
• No corporate or sports team logos on clothing.
• Fashionable sandals with covered toes may be worn in the lower levels of the clubhouse. No flipflops.
• Men may wear shoes without socks in the lower levels of the clubhouse.
• Socks should be knee length, ankle length or low cut sockettes.
• No hats may be worn in any area of the clubhouse apart from the patio.

Women and Junior Girls:
• All golfing areas dress codes are acceptable.
• Fashionable denim trousers are permitted in lower levels of the clubhouse. Denim must not have tears, be faded or be work pants.
• Denim shirts, shorts, dresses or jackets are not permitted.
• No low necklines, bare midriff, sheer or cut-out tops. No t-shirts or bra showing.
• No hoodies, track pants or tracksuits. Jackets with full zipper and hood are permitted.
• No leggings and Yoga pants.
• No corporate or sports team related logos on clothing.
• Golf sandals and dress sandals are permitted in the clubhouse. No flip-flops.
• Hats may be worn in the clubhouse and on the patio.

Specific To Entering/Exiting the Parking Lot: Upon arrival or departure, relaxed dress, including denim, will be permitted for members as they traverse the paved parking areas and proceed directly to and from their respective locker room entrances. Flip-flop type sandals remain prohibited. Members must enter their respective locker rooms using the entrance facing the parking area and must not deviate to club pathways, Clubhouse, dining or lounge areas, Practice Ranges, Short Game Practice Area, Putting Green, Golfer Services or Professional Shop. This revised policy, while relaxed to benefit members, is designed to be tightly restricted and limited. Changing of shoes or clothing in the parking lot is not permitted.

Golfing areas: Golf Courses (including Short Course), Practice Tee, Short Game Practice Area and putting greens.

Golfing areas dress code:
Golf attire should be neat, tailored and consistent with the standards of the Club and traditions of the game of golf.

Men and Junior Boys:
• Slacks must be tailored, pressed and non-faded. Cargo pants are not permitted.
• Golf shorts must be tailored and knee-length.
• Golf joggers are permitted.
• Denim is not permitted.
• Soft spikes and spikeless golf shoes must be worn on the golf course.
• Running shoes may be worn with permission from the Professional Shop for health/medical issues.
• Socks should be knew-length, ankle length or low cut sockettes.
• A collared shirt must be worn under a sweater that does not have a collar.
• Golf shirts and dress shirts must be tucked in always. No t-shirts.
• No hoodies, track pants or tracksuits. Jackets with full zipper and hood are permitted.
• Golf related logos only on all garments. No sports team or corporate logos.
• Caps and visors may not be worn backwards and must be removed upon entrance to the clubhouse.

Women and Junior Girls:
• Slacks (including Capri pants) must be tailored and pressed. Cargo pants are not permitted.
• Leggings and Yoga pants may only be worn under appropriate golf attire (eg. shorts, skirts, skorts).
• Denim is not permitted.
• Shorts, skirts and skorts must be a conservative length.
• Tops must have a collar and/or sleeves. They must be tucked in, except those tailored to be worn out. No t-shirts.
• No hoodies, track pants or tracksuits. Jackets with full zipper and hood are permitted.
• Soft spikes and spikeless golf shoes must be worn on the golf course.
• Running shoes may be worn with permission from the Professional Shop for health/medical issues.
• Golf related logos only on all garments. No sports team or corporate logos.
• Golf sandals without socks are allowed on the course.

Colt’s Corner (simulators) is considered a golfing area. All aspects of the Dress Code apply. Also, due to wear on upper level floors and carpets, golfers are asked to wear athletic (running) footwear only. No spikes.

Specific To Entering/Exiting the Parking Lot: Upon arrival or departure, relaxed dress, including denim, will be permitted for members as they traverse the paved parking areas and proceed directly to and from their respective locker room entrances. Flip-flop type sandals remain prohibited. Members must enter their respective locker rooms using the entrance facing the parking area and must not deviate to club pathways, Clubhouse, dining or lounge areas, Practice Ranges, Short Game Practice Area, Putting Green, Golfer Services or Professional Shop. This revised policy, while relaxed to benefit members, is designed to be tightly restricted and limited. Changing of shoes or clothing in the parking lot is not permitted.

Golfing areas: Golf Courses (including Short Course), Practice Tee, Short Game Practice Area and putting greens.

Golfing areas dress code:
Golf attire should be neat, tailored and consistent with the standards of the Club and traditions of the game of golf.

Men and Junior Boys:
• Slacks must be tailored, pressed and non-faded. Cargo pants are not permitted.
• Golf shorts must be tailored and knee-length.
• Golf joggers are permitted.
• Denim is not permitted.
• Soft spikes and spikeless golf shoes must be worn on the golf course.
• Running shoes may be worn with permission from the Professional Shop for health/medical issues.
• Socks should be knew-length, ankle length or low cut sockettes.
• A collared shirt must be worn under a sweater that does not have a collar.
• Golf shirts and dress shirts must be tucked in always. No t-shirts.
• No hoodies, track pants or tracksuits. Jackets with full zipper and hood are permitted.
• Golf related logos only on all garments. No sports team or corporate logos.
• Caps and visors may not be worn backwards and must be removed upon entrance to the clubhouse.

Women and Junior Girls:
• Slacks (including Capri pants) must be tailored and pressed. Cargo pants are not permitted.
• Leggings and Yoga pants may only be worn under appropriate golf attire (eg. shorts, skirts, skorts).
• Denim is not permitted.
• Shorts, skirts and skorts must be a conservative length.
• Tops must have a collar and/or sleeves. They must be tucked in, except those tailored to be worn out. No t-shirts.
• No hoodies, track pants or tracksuits. Jackets with full zipper and hood are permitted.
• Soft spikes and spikeless golf shoes must be worn on the golf course.
• Running shoes may be worn with permission from the Professional Shop for health/medical issues.
• Golf related logos only on all garments. No sports team or corporate logos.
• Golf sandals without socks are allowed on the course.

The Hamilton Golf & Country Club is committed to providing an environment in which all members, guests and employees are treated with respect and dignity. Harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.

Harassment is any single or repeated occurrence of inappropriate conduct, comment, display, action or gesture or incidents of bullying that the person knows or ought reasonably to know could have a harmful effect on one’s psychological or physical health and safety.

Harassment includes conduct that is based on any personal characteristic such as, but not limited to, race, creed, religion, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, family status, disability, physical size or weight, age, nationality, ancestry, or place of origin.

Harassment also includes any inappropriate sexual conduct that is known or ought reasonably to be known to the person responsible for the conduct to be unwelcome, such as, but not limited to sexual solicitation or advances, sexually suggestive remarks, jokes or gestures, circulation or sharing inappropriate images or unwanted physical contact.

The Board of Directors and Management pledges to investigate and deal with all incidents and complaints of harassment in a fair and timely manner, respecting the privacy of all concerned parties as much as possible. Discipline may include suspension of privileges, the further involvement of legal authorities and or expulsion from the club as detailed in the By-Laws.

Your Club (HGCC) is licensed to serve alcohol under the Liquor License Act. The Club has a variety of obligations under the Act, including a duty not to over serve Club patrons. In addition to its obligations under the Act, the Club has a legal and moral duty to prevent patrons from becoming intoxicated and posing a risk to themselves and others. Failure of the Club or its patrons to meet these obligations may result in loss of the Club’s liquor license and in significant civil liability to the Club.

Members are expected to refrain from driving and to discourage fellow members and their guests from driving when they should not be in custody of an automobile. Members are assumed to know their legal and moral obligations respecting drinking and driving. Members and guests are also expected to behave responsibly and not to create risk for themselves, our staff, third parties, or this Club.

No smoking, use of cannabis and/or vaping anywhere inside the clubhouse. Must be nine metres from all doorways and not permitted on patios, terraces or fire pit.

Cannabis is not permitted on the property.

All vehicles must be parked in designated parking spots. No parking in circular driveway or other prohibited areas. Overflow parking on busy days is permitted on the grass to the right of the entry driveway. Occasionally, vehicles may be left in the parking lot overnight.

Mobile devices and tablets must be in silent mode at all times. The respectful use of devices is permitted in data form, to check email and text messages throughout the clubhouse and on the golf course. Phone calls and conversations are permitted only in the locker rooms, meeting rooms and parking lot. Outdoor terraces are considered part of the clubhouse.

“Open briefcase” meetings are not permitted in member areas. Please call the Catering & Events Manager to arrange and book a meeting facility.