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New Equine Networking Association Made In Canada

Jun 07, 2011 Comments Off

By Kelly Bowers
Lucie Burdon-Sereda, owner of J’Equine Sport in Ontario, would like to announce the launch of a new Canadian networking association, the Equestrian Social Society.
The founder explains “These days, networking is done mainly through social media tools…like facebook, twitter. blog etc…which is a great way to enhance and develop an existing business relationship, but texts [...]

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Ride On Over to the 3rd Annual Toronto Horse Day

Jun 07, 2011 Comments Off

Toronto Horse Day is a free, family friendly event taking place at the Horse Palace, Exhibition Place on Saturday June 11 from 11am to 4pm. People of all ages will have the opportunity to learn the basics of horsemanship through a fun and interactive program.
Avid equestrian and actor Daniel Fathers, best known for his roles [...]

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Pony Up For A Great Cause

Jun 07, 2011 Comments Off

Polo For Heart Fundraiser Brings World Class Players To Town
- Polo For Heart Welcomes The Royal Jaipur Indian Polo Team -
In 2011, for the first time ever Polo For Heart will be hosting the Maharaj of Jaipur and The Royal Jaipur Indian Polo Team who will compete against Canada’s top polo players – a perfect [...]

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Henselwood Saves The Best For Last With World Cup Win

Jun 06, 2011 Comments Off

Special Ed Goes Double Clear To Take The $55,000 CSI 2*-W Mibroc Group World Cup

Langley, BC (June 5, 2011) – The $55,000 CSI 2*-W Mibroc Group World Cup at Thunderbird Show Park delivered a thrill a minute, but saved the best for last as Jill Henselwood and Special Ed rode to [...]

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Neurotropic Equine Herpes Virus-1 Status Update — Friday, June 3

Jun 04, 2011 Comments Off

Ottawa, ON — Equine Canada’s Health and Welfare Committee is sharing the following status update on Neurotropic Equine Herpes Virus-1 (nEHV-1) received today from Alberta and Western Canada. This information comes as a result of consultations among the Chief Provincial Veterinarian for Alberta, members of the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association, faculty members, University of Calgary [...]

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25th Bromont Three Day Event Attracts International Field of Competitors

Jun 03, 2011 Comments Off

Bromont, Quebec – The Bromont Three Day Event, The Todd Sandler Challenge, will celebrate its 25th anniversary from June 9 to 12, 2011, in Bromont, Quebec.  This year’s competition will feature a truly international field vying for more than $30,000 in prize money.
The Bromont Three Day Event has attracted competitors representing countries from around the [...]

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Eric Lamaze Returns to Number One in World Rankings

Jun 01, 2011 Comments Off

Lausanne, Switzerland – Canadian Olympic Champion Eric Lamaze of Schomberg, ON, is once again the number one show jumping rider in the world.
The new Rolex Rider Rankings, released by the International Equestrian Federation (FEI) on June 1, 2011, show Lamaze back in the number one spot with a total of 3,658 points.  Reigning European Champion [...]

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REACH Huron 2011 – Woodbine Entertainment Group (“WEG”) Sponsored Fundraising Event

Jun 01, 2011 Comments Off

Clinton, Ontario – REACH Huron has now finalized plans for a major fundraising event.  The event will be held in the Terrace Dining Room at the Mohawk Racetrack on 9430 Guelph Line in Campbellville, Ontario on the evening of June 3rd, 2011.  WEG has graciously donated the dining room and full buffet to REACH Huron.
While [...]

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Boyd Martin True Prospect Recovery Fund

May 31, 2011 Comments Off

West Grove, PA – May 31, 2011 – This morning’s barn fire has affected the lives of so many people at Boyd Martin’s barn and True Prospect Farm. From horses tragically lost, to the loss of equipment and personal belongings, as well as one of True Prospect’s barns and living quarters for the wonderful people [...]

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Riders4Helmets Announces International Helmet Awareness Day 2011

May 30, 2011 Comments Off

Helmet Manufacturers to offer discounts globally through participating retailers
Lexington, KY(May 19th)-Building on the success of National Helmet Awareness Day 2010, the popular helmet awareness campaign Riders4Helmets.com has announced plans to host International Helmet Awareness Day 2011 on Saturday June 11th. Riders4Helmets has teamed up with leading helmet manufacturers to offer discounts on helmets to equestrians [...]

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