News

Thumbnail for Remembering J.C. Anderson

Remembering J.C. Anderson

Equine Canada (EC) extends deepest condolences to the family and friends of the late James Carl “J.C.” Anderson who passed away on Sept. 3, 2015
Thumbnail for Lamaze Claims Third ATCO Cup Victory

Lamaze Claims Third ATCO Cup Victory

Canada’s Eric Lamaze scored victory in the $35,000 ATCO Structures & Logistics Cup for the third time in his career at the CSIO5* Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ tournament on Thursday, September 10. The five-day international show jumping tournament takes place September 9 through 13 in Calgary, AB. Lamaze and Fine Lady 5 entered the $35,000 ATCO […]
Thumbnail for Youngsters Take the Lead at European Eventing Championship

Youngsters Take the Lead at European Eventing Championship

Youth proved no barrier at the Longines FEI European Eventing Championship at Blair Castle (GBR) when 21-year-old Holly Woodhead (GBR) and DHI Lupison took the lead after the first day of Dressage with the outstanding score of 31.7 penalties. And Michael Jung (GER), the defending champion, produced a masterful display on the youngest horse in […]
Thumbnail for Gregory Wathelet Wins $126,000 CANA Cup at Spruce

Gregory Wathelet Wins $126,000 CANA Cup at Spruce

The 2015 Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament CSIO 5* hosted its second day of competition with the world’s best horses and riders Thursday. Belgium’s Gregory Wathelet celebrated his 35th birthday as well as his first trip ever to Spruce Meadows with a win in the $126,000 CANA Cup 1.60m riding Algorhythem. Earlier in the afternoon, Canada’s […]
Thumbnail for Para-Equestrian Canada Video Competition Deadline

Para-Equestrian Canada Video Competition Deadline

The Para-Equestrian Canada Video Competition Program is the perfect way to experience the thrill of competition from the comfort of your own barn. Submit your entry for the chance to win great prizes! The next video competition deadline is October 5, 2015. Register online for the Para-Equestrian Canada video competition series here. Need to learn […]
Thumbnail for Americans Tops at Opening Day of the Masters

Americans Tops at Opening Day of the Masters

The 2015 Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament CSIO 5* got underway on Wednesday celebrating 40 years of outstanding competition at one of the world’s most iconic venues. Top international horses and riders convened for opening day, which featured wins for Kent Farrington (USA) and Uceko in the $85,000 AKITA Drilling Cup 1.60m and McLain Ward (USA) […]
Thumbnail for Canada to Defend BMO Nations’ Cup Title at Spruce

Canada to Defend BMO Nations’ Cup Title at Spruce

The Canadian Show Jumping Team members set to defend Canada’s title in the $300,000 BMO Nations’ Cup at the CSIO 5* Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament have been confirmed. Riding for Canada in the nations’ cup on Saturday, Sept. 12 in Calgary, AB will be: Rider / Hometown Yann Candele / Caledon, ON Tiffany Foster / […]
Thumbnail for Lamaze Gives ‘Master’ Class at Spruce Meadows

Lamaze Gives ‘Master’ Class at Spruce Meadows

The biggest names in show jumping have gathered in Calgary for the CSIO5* Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ tournament running September 9-13, 2015. Among the superstars are five Rolex Testimonees: Scott Brash (GBR), Kent Farrington (USA), Eric Lamaze (CAN), Rodrigo Pessoa (BRA) and Kevin Staut (FRA). Five days of international show jumping competition culminates in Sunday’s CP […]
Thumbnail for In Memoriam: J.C. Anderson

In Memoriam: J.C. Anderson

Businessman and founder of Anderson Ranch and Rocky Mountain Show Jumping, James Carl (J.C.) Anderson, died on September 3, 2015, of congestive heart failure, at the age of 84. A Nebraska-native and former member of the counter-intelligence unit of the U.S. army, Anderson made his fortune in the Alberta oilfields. He began this venture as […]
Thumbnail for Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Charter En Route to Calgary

Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Charter En Route to Calgary

The first of the 40th Anniversary Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ charter aircraft is scheduled into YYC this afternoon at 1530hrs with its precious cargo of international show jumpers. Sixty seven of the world’s best horses departed Liege, Belgium earlier today aboard a Boeing 747 destined for Calgary. Spruce Meadow officials can confirmed that the overseas loading […]