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Horse Cremation Memorial Services: Solidified Remains for Beloved Equine Companions
The bond between humans and horses is built on trust, companionship, and decades of shared experience. When a beloved horse passes, cremation is a meaningful way to honor that connection. Parting Stone takes this further with their solidification service, transforming the ashes of your equine companions into smooth stones that offer a lasting, tangible tribute.
Nicholson Takes Charge of the MARS Bromont CCI4*-L
BROMONT, QC - June 5, 2025 - Lauren Nicholson first brought Ms. Jacqueline Mars’ Larcot Z to MARS Bromont two years ago when her partnership with the 12-year-old Zanghersheide gelding was nearly brand new. Now, she’s here again to contest the CCI4*-L division and has kicked off her weekend in high spirits thanks to a leading dressage score of 27.1.
Ontario Racing Launches Free Online Horse Education Program for Youth
Guelph, ON June 5, 2025 - Announcing Horse eCamp, an exciting new youth initiative presented by Ontario Racing and education partner Equine Guelph, is online now! The FREE virtual learning program is designed to educate and inspire youth with a passion for horses. The online program aims to introduce teens to the world of horses and showcase potential careers in the industry.
77 Horse and Rider Pairs to Start Competition at MARS Bromont CCI
BROMONT, QC - June 4, 2025 - Competition at the 2025 MARS Bromont CCI is set to begin Thursday, June 5, following the acceptance of all but one presented horse in Wednesday’s First Horse Inspection at Parc Équestre Olympique de Bromont. The CCI2*-L, including the U25 CCI2*-L made up of several MARS Bromont Rising participants, CCI3*-L and CCI4*-L were inspected by each division’s respective Ground Jury members to assess fitness to compete.
Two Trials for the Unclassified Stakes Headline June 4 Races
AJAX DOWNS, JUNE 3, 2025 - Two Trials for the $30,000 Unclassified Stakes headline the Wednesday, June 4 Quarter Horse card of racing at Ajax Downs. Summer-like weather is expected and the seven-race card gets underway at 1:45 p.m.
Canadian Show Jumping Team Takes Second in CSIO4* Nations Cup at Thunderbird
Langley, BC, June 1, 2025 – The Canadian Show Jumping Team finished second in the $75,000 FEI CSIO4* Nations Cup 1.55m, held Sunday, June 1, at Thunderbird Show Park as part of the Odlum Brown BC Open.
Top Riders To Contest Mars Bromont CCI
Ottawa, ON, May 28, 2025 – The Equestrian Canada (EC) Nominating Committee is pleased to announce the results of the Board of Directors election and the three (3) Directors and one (1) Athlete Director who were named to the Board at the Annual General Meeting on May 27, 2025.
Three Directors Elected And One Athlete Director Confirmed To Equestrian Canada Board
Ottawa, ON, May 28, 2025 – The Equestrian Canada (EC) Nominating Committee is pleased to announce the results of the Board of Directors election and the three (3) Directors and one (1) Athlete Director who were named to the Board at the Annual General Meeting on May 27, 2025.
Jess a Deal is 'Amazing'; Bell Wins Three
AJAX DOWNS, MAY 29, 2025 - The queen of the BATTLE OF THE BREEDS races, JESS A DEAL, has won another race against her Thoroughbred counterparts. The stocky 9-year-old mare, owned by Marie Broadstock and Picov Cattle Company, held off Bruno Schickedanz's Determined Love to win the first Battle of the Breeds race of 2025 on May 28.