With the conclusion of the CTHS Yearling Sales this past weekend, OHRIA would like to express that it recognizes the devastation that is being caused to the breeding industry in Ontario due to the crisis that has been inflicted by government with the cancellation of the Slots at Racetracks Program. OHRIA is aware of the […] Read more »
University Of Guelph Students Concerned About Equine Jobs After Graduation
University of Guelph students pursuing an equine specialty are becoming increasingly concerned about job prospects as fallout from the Slots at Racetracks fiasco continues to trickle down. Uncertainty in the horse racing sector will undoubtedly lead to drastic cuts in funding for research in 2013 and Equine Guelph head Gayle Ecker is concerned about the […] Read more »
Canadian Thoroughbred Yearling Sale Numbers Reflect Industry Uncertainty
The Canadian Thoroughbred Society’s Selected yearling Sale held Sept. 3-4 at Woodbine felt the impact of buyer worries about the path ahead for Ontario horse racing. Official numbers show that the Sale grossed $3,942,000, as opposed to $4,803,500 in 2011, despite selling seven more horses this year. Average sale price was $25,432, down from $32,451 […] Read more »
Lisa MacLeod’s Member’s Bill Asking Auditor General To Investigate OLG’s Gaming Plans Passes By Voice Vote
MPP Lisa MacLeod’s Private Member’s Bill asking the Auditor General to investigate the new gaming plans of the OLG was passed by a vocal vote on August 30th in the Ontario Legislature. Here’s the complete transcript of the discussion. Read more »
