Dressage Canada Announces World Cup Support for 2014

Equine Canada is pleased to announce that the Dressage Canada High Performance Committee (DCHPC) together with the Canadian Dressage Athlete Assistance Program (C-DAAP) has confirmed support in the amount of $22,500 for any Canadian athlete who qualifies and represents Canada at the Reem Acra FEI World Cup Final scheduled for April 17th – 21st, 2014 in Lyon, France.

This support is offered in recognition of the financial difficulty athletes face as they strive to become top international competitors. The purpose of this funding is to provide monetary support to assist our athletes with travel, training and competition expenses in order to represent Canada at the Reem Acra FEI World Cup Final.

The qualification period for the 2014 Final ends March 30th. To download a copy of the current rules and standings for the FEI World Cup North American League click here.

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