‘Tis the foaling season and lots of bright-eyed healthy racing prospects are being delivered daily around the province. The law of averages says though, that sometimes things can go unavoidably wrong. It’s at times like that when we realize the value of the Nurse Mare Program that Standardbred Canada co-ordinates. The program is often […] Read more »
SBOA Executive Chosen for 2011
Standardbred Breeders of Ontario directors chose their 2011 Executive at the recent February meeting. All three positions were renewed by acclamation. Serving again for 2011 are: Anna DeMarchi-Meyers, of Rockwood, ON as President; Larry Morrison of Beeton, ON as Vice-President and Laurie Poole of Muirkirk ON as Treasurer. Formerly, four directors were elected to new […] Read more »
Directory of Ontario Sires Stakes Stallions Now Online
The Ontario Sires Stakes website has just posted a handy interactive listing of stallions eligible to the 2011 program. Breeders now have access to all horses, credentials, contact info, service fees, and pedigree information-all at the click of a mouse. A total of 59 pacers and 55 trotters were registered with the program by the […] Read more »
Frequently Asked Questions About the Ontario Resident Mare Program
The Ontario Resident Mare Program has provided the following information in response to breeders’ questions: Q. Why should I enrol my mare in the Ontario Resident Mare Program? A. Once your mare has been enrolled and completed the requirements of the Program, the foal will be designated as Ontario Bred and as such will be […] Read more »
SBOA Dinner Honours Breeders of Leading 2010 Horses
Despite snowy driving conditions, the SBOA Awards Dinner in Guelph on Saturday, January 22nd was well attended. Greg Blanchard ably and amiably hosted the celebrations honouring the breeders of the top 2010 OSS and SBOA horses. Gorgeous crystal trophies went to the breeders of: Prodigal Seelster, Buckhams Bay, Modern Connection, Peach Martini, Mach Dreamer, […] Read more »
