Days of Firsts: Trainer McInerney's First Winner Takes Auction Futurity; jockey Benitez wins his first two stakes

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AJAX DOWNS, JUNE 26, 2024 - It was an afternoon of firsts at Ajax Downs on June 26 as trainer JOHN MCINERNEY won his first race sending out Richard Wincikaby's FATE ZOOMIN to win the $35,650 Stallion Auction Futurity. The 2-year-old filly was also the first stakes winner for 21-year-old jockey Christian Benitez who doubled up when he won the $34,020 Unclassified Stakes aboard James Bogar's LADY ALICE.

Study to Examine Selenium blood concentration in Ontario Broodmares and foals

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Guelph, ON – The University of Guelph, a leader in equine education, is proud to announce its upcoming Equine Health Event. This two-day event will be held on July 15 and 16, 2024.

Double the Fun! Two stakes races at Ajax Downs this Wednesday

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AJAX DOWNS, JUNE 25, 2024 - Racing fans coming out to Ajax Downs this Wednesday, June 26 are in for a treat with two stakes races on a big, seven-race card. The final for the $34,020 Unclassified Stakes has a competitive field of 10 going 330-yards and the second running of the $35,650 Stallion Auction Futurity has a fascinating field of nine 2-year-olds. First race post time is 1:30 p.m.

Canada’s 2024 FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC) Athletes Named To Show Jumping Team

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Ottawa, ON, June 20, 2024 – Equestrian Canada (EC) is pleased to officially announce the talented young athletes that will represent Canada at the 2024 FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC) in Traverse City, MI from Jul. 30 - Aug. 4, 2024.

Packed House for Father's Day at Ajax Downs Cheers On Shakoo Makoo

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AJAX DOWNS, JUNE 16, 2024 - It was another successful Father's Day at Ajax Downs on June 16 as a large and enthusiastic crowd enjoyed an exciting afternoon of Quarter Horse Racing, draws for prizes, a t-shirt giveaway plus the popular Battle of the Breeds race pitting Quarter Horses versus Thoroughbreds.

Preventing Dehydration in the Horse

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Guelph, ON – The University of Guelph, a leader in equine education, is proud to announce its upcoming Equine Health Event. This two-day event will be held on July 15 and 16, 2024.

Ontario Equine Education and Employment Program, Turning Darkness to Light

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Have you ever dreamed of working with horses? That was the opening question we asked potential applicants when the Ontario Harness Horse Association OHHA) launched the Ontario Equine Education and Employment Program (OEEEP) two years ago.

Ajax Downs hosts a fabulous Father's Day this Sunday: Battle of the Breeds and great prizes!

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AJAX DOWNS, JUNE 14, 2024 - Come out to the fabulous Father's Day celebration at Ajax Downs this Sunday, June 16 and enjoy a great afternoon of Quarter Horse racing with some super prizes up for grabs. There are six exciting races on tap including the 870-yard BATTLE OF THE BREEDS pitting the Quarter Horses versus Thoroughbreds.

University of Guelph Equine Health Event

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Guelph, ON – The University of Guelph, a leader in equine education, is proud to announce its upcoming Equine Health Event. This two-day event will be held on July 15 and 16, 2024.

Baby Bonus! Two-Year-Olds Set for $31,050 Bonus Futurity at Ajax Downs

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AJAX DOWNS, JUNE 11, 2024 - One of the best things about summertime racing at Ajax Downs is seeing the stars of the future, the new crop of 2-year-old Quarter Horses.

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Days of Firsts: Trainer McInerney's First Winner Takes Auction Futurity; jockey Benitez wins his first two stakes

Study to Examine Selenium blood concentration in Ontario Broodmares and foals

Double the Fun! Two stakes races at Ajax Downs this Wednesday

Canada’s 2024 FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC) Athletes Named To Show Jumping Team

Packed House for Father's Day at Ajax Downs Cheers On Shakoo Makoo

Preventing Dehydration in the Horse

Ontario Equine Education and Employment Program, Turning Darkness to Light

Ajax Downs hosts a fabulous Father's Day this Sunday: Battle of the Breeds and great prizes!

University of Guelph Equine Health Event

Baby Bonus! Two-Year-Olds Set for $31,050 Bonus Futurity at Ajax Downs

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