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LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society 25th Anniversary Open House

LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society 25th Anniversary Open House

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LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society, whose mandate is to provide Ontario's thoroughbred racehorses with a happy and dignified retirement, is holding an Open House at their Hillsburgh farm on Saturday, July 19th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and invites horse lovers to join them in celebration of LongRun's 25th anniversary.

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2025 North American Youth Championships

2025 North American Youth Championships

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Equestrian Canada is pleased to officially announce the talented young athletes representing Canada at the 2025 FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC) in Traverse City, MI, July 29 - August 3.

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Had to be Fabulous Rolls to Sixth Straight Win in Ontario Bred Derby

Had to be Fabulous Rolls to Sixth Straight Win in Ontario Bred Derby

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AJAX DOWNS, JULY 3, 2025  - In another flawless display of speed, HAD TO BE FABULOUS won the $57,105 Ontario Bred Derby at Ajax Downs on July 2 during the track's special twilight card of racing. The 4:15 p.m. first race post time was greeted enthusiastically by fans who crammed the track on a warm summer's evening.

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Ajax Downs Twilight Racing on Wednesday July 2

Ajax Downs Twilight Racing on Wednesday July 2

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AJAX DOWNS, JULY 1, 2025 - The Quarter Horses will have their first twilight racing card at Ajax Downs this Wednesday, July 2 , with a first race post time of 4:15 p.m. A fantastic, eight-race program will kick off with the BATTLE OF THE BREEDS pitting Quarter Horses against Thoroughbreds around a turn at 770- yards and wrap up with the final of the $57,105 Ontario Bred Derby for 3-year-olds.

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The Great Lakes Carriage Classic

The Great Lakes Carriage Classic

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On July 25th to 27th The Great Lakes Carriage Classic (GLCC) takes place at The Ancaster Fairgrounds, Jerseyville, ON. With American Driving Society Judges Shelly Temple from Pennsylvania and Kacy Tipton Fashik from Grand Oaks Resort, Florida participants will be tested over three days of competition.

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New GO Station at Woodbine Racetrack to Anchor Urban Development

New GO Station at Woodbine Racetrack to Anchor Urban Development

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Toronto (June 26, 2025) — A new Metrolinx GO Station at Woodbine Racetrack will anchor one of Canada’s most ambitious urban developments — a vibrant, transit-connected urban centre in northwest Toronto that will deliver tens of thousands of new homes, jobs, and economic opportunities. Centered around the historic racetrack, the project will also create new revenue streams to support horse racing, a sport with a 250-year history in Canada.

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Ontario Breaks Ground on Woodbine GO Station

Ontario Breaks Ground on Woodbine GO Station

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TORONTO — The Ontario government is starting construction at Woodbine GO Station, marking a significant milestone in the province’s plan to provide two-way, all-day service across core segments of the GO Transit network. As part of its agreement with the provincial government, Woodbine Entertainment Group is also providing up to $170 million to support the construction of the new station.

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Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame Announces 2025 Legend Inductees

Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame Announces 2025 Legend Inductees

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AJAX DOWNS JUNE 26, 2025 - The 3-year-old filly ANNIES BEST CARD picked a good time to win for the first time in her young career as she took the $31,050 Unclassified Stakes at Ajax Downs on June 25.

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Annies Best Card Posts Mild Upset In Unclassified Stakes, Jason Pascoe Wins 4

Annies Best Card Posts Mild Upset In Unclassified Stakes, Jason Pascoe Wins 4

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AJAX DOWNS JUNE 26, 2025 - The 3-year-old filly ANNIES BEST CARD picked a good time to win for the first time in her young career as she took the $31,050 Unclassified Stakes at Ajax Downs on June 25.

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Equestrian Canada Announces Important Changes To The Horse Welfare Code Of Conduct And Discipline, Complaints And Appeals Policy

Equestrian Canada Announces Important Changes To The Horse Welfare Code Of Conduct And Discipline, Complaints And Appeals Policy

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Equestrian Canada’s Horse Welfare Code of Conduct and Discipline, Complaints and Appeals policy are part of EC’s Safe Sport suite of policies. These policies are designed to help create and maintain safe, inclusive and welcoming environments for all participants in sport.

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