A cheque for $100,000 was added to the fund, to be used to support Canadian equestrian athletes and equine industry development.

The show remains one of the most prestigious in the world, attracting top-class jumping, driving and dressage athletes and over 2,800 horses.

In that nation's first outing of the 2023 FEI Dressage Nations Cup season, they edged the Netherlands and Germany with strong scores.

The German rider ousted Great Britain's Charlotte Fry from the #1 spot; top Canadian on the list is Chris von Martels in 91st position.

Time schedules, maps, course designer details, facility layouts, warmup areas, horse transport, test events and other topics were discussed.

The highlight of the CDI5* at the Printemps des Sports Equestres in Fontainebleau saw the British rider and her star stallion dominate.

The former CEO of Horse Sport Ireland, "an advocate for change," takes charge of the FEI's fastest-growing disciplines.

Eventers, show jumpers and dressage athletes all have impressive results in competitions in the US, the UK and Spain.

A number of Canadians are competing at the Ocala venue, including Jill Irving who placed 4th in the Grand Prix with Delacroix.

The World Bitless Association has made a formal request to the FEI to allow bit-free bridles in FEI competition, particularly dressage.