Angus Glen Golf Club
The gist: The two tournament courses here have hosted the game’s top players.
Special amenity: The world-class clubhouse displays an enviable art collection that includes contemporary Canadian pieces by Claude Tousignant, Takao Tanabe, Paul Freeman and Billy McCarroll.
The 19th hole: The always-rotating scotch list has at least 16 tempting varieties at any given time. The upscale Victoria Room, which serves up après-golf steaks, transitions your day into a more intimate mood.
Driving time from Bay and King: 35 minutes.

Bigwin Island Golf Club
The gist: The lakeside pickup at Norway Point takes you on a five-minute boat ride to the island. In the ’40s, Clark Gable and Ernest Hemingway could be found lounging around the island on summer afternoons.
Special amenity: Chef Philip Leach’s tempting menu (including a killer shrimp, scallop and sambuca appetizer) can be paired with vintage treasures from the cellar.
The 19th hole: The elegant, historic octagonal clubhouse, opened in 1920, is perched on the edge of Lake of Bays, offering a stunning view.
Driving time from Bay and King: two and a half hours.

Eagles Nest
The gist: The closest thing to an old-world classic this side of the Highlands.
Special amenity: A helipad sits on a knoll above the ninth green, so you can arrange to have a client choppered onto the course.
The 19th hole: After the round, set up an appointment at the adjacent Titleist Fitting Centre, where you can bond over the latest and greatest equipment. Artist renderings of signature holes are also available, should you want to send clients home with a souvenir.
Driving time from Bay and King: 30 minutes.

Glen Abbey Golf Club
The gist: Make your client feel like a champ by walking in the footsteps of greatness. Glen Abbey has hosted more than 20 Canadian Opens, and the smell of victory is palpable.
Special amenity: The wood-panelled locker room lends an Ivy League aura.
The 19th hole: The clubhouse provides a 360-degree view of the action below.
Driving time from Bay and King: 30 minutes.

Royal Woodbine Golf Club
The gist: Long rounds allow more time for corporate courtships to flourish.
Special amenity: The close proximity to Pearson allows out-of-town clients to head straight home after a day of golf and camaraderie.
The 19th hole: Conference rooms and lounges within the clubhouse allow you to hammer out a deal on the spot.
Driving time from Bay and King: 22 minutes.