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Dressage Auction of Promises Open for Bidding

Equestrian Canada’s annual Dressage Auction of Promises is now officially open for bids, allowing horse enthusiasts to get a head start on holiday shopping, while also supporting dressage youth development in Canada. The auction will remain open until Dec. 16, 2016, and provide the equestrian community with the opportunity to bid on exciting items, including […]
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Pam Williams Named Dressage Volunteer of the Month

Equestrian Canada (EC) is pleased to announce that Pam Williams of Nanaimo, BC has been chosen as the September 2016 recipient of the Dressage Volunteer of the Month Award. Williams is an integral part of the dressage community on Vancouver Island, and in particular of the Mid Island CADORA (MICA) group. Not only does Williams […]
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Inside the 2016 Equestrian Canada AGM

Equestrian Canada (EC) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) of members on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016 under its new By-laws and governance model. The AGM agenda included three items of business: 1) approve the audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2016; 2) appoint the auditors for the Corporation; and 3) approve […]
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Canadian Dressage Riders Impress at Central Park Horse Show

There was a strong Canadian dressage contingent competing under the bright lights of Wollman Rink in New York City, NY, as riders vied for top honours during the Central Park Horse Show. Karen Pavicic of South Surrey, BC, put in a phenomenal performance on Saturday, September 24 in the $75,000 CDI4* US Open FEI Grand […]
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Para-Equestrian Development Clinics

Equestrian Canada (EC) is pleased to announce upcoming clinics and workshops opportunities for Canadian para-equestrian riders and their coaches with internationally renowned Para-Dressage Coach, Mary Longden. Longden is an internationally sought-after Equestrian Australia Level 3 coach, educator and assessor. She is also an international Level 3 coach and British Horse Society Instructor (B.H.S.I.) in para-dressage, jumping […]
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Ben and Greetje Pon Named Dressage Canada Volunteers of the Month

Equestrian Canada (EC) is pleased to announce that Ben and Greetje Pon of Calgary, AB have been awarded the Dressage Volunteer of the Month title for August 2016. Over the years, Ben and Greetje’s contributions to the sport of dressage in Calgary have been immeasurable. Greetje has served on the Executive and Show Committee of […]
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West Nile Virus Confirmed in the Toronto Area

On September 12, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) was notified of a positive test result for West Nile Virus (WNV) in a horse from the Toronto area. The horse displayed signs of fever, muscle tremors, gait abnormalities (ataxia) and weakness. The horse is recovering under veterinary medical supervision. Veterinarians in […]