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| Victoria Burns | Krysta Celestine-Barker |
| Senior Manager, Corporate Marketing | Manager, Membership & Marketing |
| 800-352-6647 | 416-979-0640 x 254 |
| vic.burns@jonasclub.com | kcelestinebarker@thecmac.ca |
For Immediate Release
Elevating Club Management: CMAC and Jonas Club Software Expand Partnership
TORONTO, Ontario (July 2, 2026) – The Club Management Association of Canada (CMAC) and Jonas Club Software are pleased to announce a significant expansion of their partnership, with Jonas Club Software upgrading to a Gold Partner for a new three-year term. This elevated commitment reflects a shared dedication to driving excellence within the Canadian club management industry.
This expanded agreement focuses heavily on driving direct member value and industry impact. Over the course of the three-year term, Jonas and CMAC will collaborate on several new initiatives, including the creation of an annual CMAC/Jonas Technology Governance Guide to assist club leaders, and the development of a roundtable series.
The CMAC Corporate Partner Program recognizes industry leaders who align with the Association’s mission and values while contributing to the professional growth and success of its members. As a Gold Partner, Jonas Club Software will deepen its engagement with the CMAC community through these enhanced educational initiatives, exclusive networking opportunities, and collaborative efforts to advance club management practices.
“Upgrading our partnership with CMAC to the Gold level demonstrates our unwavering commitment to the Canadian club industry and the professionals who lead it,” said Victoria Burns, Senior Manager, Corporate Marketing, Jonas Club Software. “We are excited to build on our long-standing relationship by providing advanced solutions, along with critical educational tools like the new Technology Governance Guide, that empower clubs to modernize their operations and deliver superior member experiences. We look forward to continuing our work with CMAC to foster innovation across the national network.”
“We are thrilled to renew our partnership with Jonas Club Software as a Gold Partner,” said Suzanne Godbehere, Chief Executive Officer of CMAC. “Their increased investment in our community is a testament to the value of our partnership and their dedication to the success of our members. With their support, CMAC is even better positioned to deliver high-impact education, such as our upcoming collaborative summits and research white papers, foster meaningful connections, and elevate the standard of the club management profession across Canada.”
This renewed and expanded partnership agreement is effective from June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2029.
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About the Club Management Association of Canada
The Club Management Association of Canada is the national professional association for individuals involved in the club management profession in Canada. Since 1957, the association has been supporting members with education, certification, networking and member events to facilitate them being the best in the industry. Members include general managers, chief executive officers, chief operating officers as well as assistant managers, controllers, chefs, golf professionals, superintendents, marketing professionals, food and beverage managers and other roles in club management. CMAC professionals work at private, semi-private and public golf clubs, country clubs, city clubs, faculty clubs and recreation and leisure clubs.
CMAC is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario with over 650 members and 11 branches across Canada. For more information, please visit www.thecmac.ca or follow @clubmgmtcanada on X (formerly Twitter), @clubmgmtcanada on Instagram and The Club Management Association of Canada on LinkedIn.
About Jonas Club Software
Jonas Club Software helps clubs thrive by focusing on the creation of exceptional experiences. These experiences are delivered through industry leading services, integrated applications, innovative technology, and long-term partnerships with the clubs we serve.
Over 2,300 clubs in more than 20 countries, with memberships ranging from 20 to 20,000, utilize Jonas Club Software technology. With applications ranging from Accounting to Retail Point of Sale, Tee Time Management, Court & Class Booking, Dining Reservations, websites and Mobile Apps, Jonas Club Software is the standout choice for clubs driven to offer exceptional member experiences. For more information, please visit www.jonasclub.com.
