OE News

2023 Youth Bursary Recipients

Ontario Equestrian is committed to the development of youth in equestrian sport. Annually we award five – $1,000 bursaries to members between the ages of 14-17. The selection process is based on the individuals’ involvement with horses, their future goals, and letters of recommendation from their coaches. Family resources and academic achievements are also considered. […]

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Introducing the 2023 GRIT Team

GREAT RIDER INTENSIVE TRAINING (GRIT) Unique in equestrian sport, GRIT sets the standard for high-performance equestrian development by providing athlete testing, education, enhanced training, and support services to riders that demonstrate podium potential, ages 13 to 26. GRIT is a high-performance athlete and coach development program for the three Olympic disciplines of eventing, dressage, and […]

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CapriCMW Insurance to Become Acera Insurance

At CapriCMW, our team of insurance and risk management professionals have been proudly serving individuals, families and businesses in the equine industry across Canada for decades. We’re very grateful for the trust and confidence you’ve placed in us, and as a valued client, we want you to know about some exciting changes. As of January […]

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We’re Hiring!

Director of Finance and Administration Supervisor’s Title: Executive Director Position Level: Director Salary Range: Commensurate with experience – applicants must indicate their salary expectations in their cover letter Job Posting Date: December 16, 2022 Application Deadline: January 9, 2023 Job SummaryThe Director of Finance and Administration is primarily responsible for managing the financial risks, financial […]

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Every “Penny” Counts – Distribution of the Provincial Governments $250,000 to Support Public Riding Stables

May 27, 2022 (Aurora, ON) – On April 12, 2022, Ontario Equestrian (OE) released a statement announcing the distribution of $250,000 to Ontario’s public riding schools from the Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries, in an effort to stabilize sport and recreation due to the negative impact left by COVID-19.  The funding criteria was communicated to the membership, […]

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Ontario Equestrian Welcomes Helen Richardson to the team as lead on new Provincial Stable Program

April 23, 2022 (Aurora, ON) – The OE Board of Directors, as part of the 2022-2025 strategic plan, is making a substantial investment to develop a new Stable program. The riding stable is at the heart of our sport and we believe that working together, in partnership, will lead to healthy, sustainable growth for our […]

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Ontario Equestrian Receives $250,000 in Funding from Provincial Government to Support Public Riding Stables

April 12, 2022 (Aurora, ON) – As the recognized Provincial Sport Organization (PSO) for equestrian, Ontario Equestrian (OE) has received funding from the Provincial Government in an effort to stabilize sport and recreation due to the negative impact left by COVID-19. “Ontario’s sport and recreation sector was among the first and hardest hit by the […]

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2022 Youth Bursary Recipients

As an ongoing commitment to Ontario Equestrian youth, five, $1,000 bursaries are awarded annually to members between the ages of 14-17. The selection process is based on the individuals’ involvement with horses, their future goals, as well as letters of recommendation from their coaches. Family resources and academic achievements are also considered. The bursaries are […]

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Joint statement recognizing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation September 30, 2021 (Guelph, Ont.) – AgScape, Beef Farmers of Ontario, Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario, Dairy Farmers of Ontario, Egg Farmers of Ontario, Farm & Food Care Ontario, Grain Farmers of Ontario, Grape Growers of Ontario, Ontario Apple Growers, Ontario Broiler Hatching Egg & Chick […]

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