The Worms & Germs Blog is an educational website coordinated by Drs. Scott Weese and Maureen Anderson of the Ontario Veterinary College’s Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses. Check out this post, by Dr. Weese, on how to avoid an …
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Horse-Canada.com is pleased to welcome Pam Asheton, and her new blog, “A Real Western Challenge.”
Asheton, of Cochrane, Alberta, was chosen to compete in the North American Horsewoman’s Challenge – one of three Canadian trainers accepted into the formerly all …
Congratulations to the first place winners of the 2014 Horse Day Drawing Contest!
Equine Canada had fantastic entries submitted from across the country to participate in the drawing contest that showcased their love for horses and demonstrated their passion for …
American rider McLain Ward’s talented two-time Olympic gold medal partner, Sapphire, has died.
Ward posted this notice on his Facebook page today:
“With a very heavy heart I have to share that Sara has passed away this morning due to …
The Equine Canada Canadian Eventing High Performance Committee has announced the names of the Canadian Eventing Team who will compete in the World Equestrian Games (WEG) in Normandy, FRA, August 28 – 31, 2014. Selected according to the qualification thresholds …
Equine Canada’s Recreation, Trails and Tourism Program is pleased to announce the team of experts conducting the new Trail Network Project that will be governed by the Canadian Trails Federation.
Taking the next steps in creating a functional and efficient …
Equine Canada has reported that Jordan McDonald, 30, suffered a fatal injury while competing at the Nunney International Horse Trials held at Southfield House, Whatley, Frome, Somerset, GBR, on Saturday, June 14, 2014. Born in British Columbia, Jordan McDonald resided …
A British Columbia couple is investing in the future of equine musculoskeletal research by donating $300,000 toward the establishment of the Mark and Pat DuMont Equine Orthopedics Research Fund at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S).
The DuMonts have …
Equine Guelph’s new Horse Health Check poster is an indispensable tool for any horse owner who wants to give the best possible care to their horse.
This handy reference tool provides a quick and easy 16-point systematic method to check …
From June 23-26, the Normandy 2014 Organising Committee will conduct a series of international dressage and show jumping events, which will serve as preliminary events in the Ornano stadium enclosure, the transformation of which will soon be complete.
These events …
Equine Canada’s first national evaluation to certify professional Trail Leaders, Trail Riding Instructors, Guides and Evaluators will be held at Broadleaf Guest Ranch in New Brunswick, from June 11-13. Twenty-two people from eight different provinces will be travelling east hoping …
The highlight event of the Spruce Meadows ‘National’ Tournament, presented by Rolex, featured some of the best show jumping athletes in the world in the exciting $400,000 RBC Grand Prix, presented by Rolex. Leading that field was Jaime Azcarraga of …
The Calgary Stampede is thrilled to announce that Canadian legend, iconic actor, active philanthropist and passionate horseman William Shatner will lead the 2014 Calgary Stampede Parade as Grand Marshal. In addition, we are proud to have Calgary based speed skaters …
Horse breeders and stable owners should be mindful of the insurance policy and liability insurance that they have. A recent decision on the case Terry Burch et al., vs. Intact Insurance et al., highlights the need to inform brokers of …