Two of the four Canadian reiners competed in the Team and First Individual Qualifying Competition on August 25. Josiane Gauthier of Lucama, NC, USA, and Lisa Coulter of Princeton, BC rode a seven manoeuvre pattern during the run, including sliding stops, straight lopes and the fan-favourite spins – placing Team Canada in sixth going into […]
CET Set for Dressage, Reining, and Para-Dressage at Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014
The Canadian Dressage, Reining, and Para-Dressage Team horses were presented for veterinary inspection on August 24 at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014. All 12 horses were approved to compete in the first official day of competition on August 25. The following riders will represent Canada in Dressage: Megan Lane of Loretto, ON and […]
Team Canada gears up for Alltech FEI World Equestrian Game
Canadian flags waved proudly on August 23 during the Opening Ceremonies of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy, FRA-where François Hollande,President of France, officially pronounced the Games open for 15 days of thrilling competition. More than 70 Canadians took to the d’Ornano Stadium during the parade of nations, which showcased riders from […]
The Official Equine Canada Mobile App has Launched!
Equine Canada is excited to launch our mobile app on the Apple Store, Google Play and BlackBerry World. The app was created to provide all the Canadian Equestrian Team fans an exclusive experience during the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014. Download the official Equine Canada app and follow the Canadian Equestrian Team as they […]
OEF Youth Bursary applications now being accepted
The Ontario Equestrian Federation is now accepting applications for its OEF Youth Bursary program, which helps deserving youth reach their equestrian goals. Each year the OEF proudly offers a minimum of five $1,000 bursaries to junior members and is currently accepting applications. The OEF Youth Bursary program is aimed at supporting young riders/drivers and horse […]
Developing the Sport Horse: Part 2 the importance of hydration
By Dr. Brianne Henderson As we move through the height of our summer competition season, it is not uncommon to have multiple days of severe heat and humidity – the days when you sweat standing still. Heat and humidity can be harder on your horse than it is on you. Most of us have worked to […]
Pan Am competition schedule and prices now available!
Now’s the time to start planning your Pan Am Games experience with friends and family. The TORONTO 2015 ticketing program will open for requests on September 15 at 10 a.m. (ET) through to October 6 at 9 p.m. (ET) 2014. This gives you early access to the best tickets at the best prices to see some […]
Canadian Jumping Team Named for World Equestrian Games
Jump Canada is pleased to announce the jumping athletes who will represent Canada at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy, FRA August 23 – September 7, 2014. Named to the Team in alphabetical order are Rider / Home Town / Horse / Owner Yann Candele / Caledon, ON / Showgirl / Watermark […]
Canadian Eventing Team Announces Substitution for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Game 2014
Following an injury sustained during training, A Little Romance (A Fine Romance x Donaufurst), a nine-year-old Canadian-bred Thoroughbred Trakehner cross owned by Donald and Anita Leschied and ridden by Jessica Phoenix, has been withdrawn from the Canadian Eventing Team nominated to compete at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) 2014 in Normandy, FRA, August […]
Maximizing the Benefits of Research for Growth and Development of the Horse
When it comes to breeding the importance of sound management and health practices play a key role in building a solid foundation toward a horse’s future. Equine Guelph is pleased to offer its newly updated “Growth and Development” online course as part of its Fall 2014 lineup, which has been designed to increase awareness by […]