Officials with Winbak Farm of Ontario have announced the closing of Archangel’s 2015 book of mares. “Archangel has attracted a strong group of mares for 2015, so we are very excited to see what the foals will look like in 2016,” said Larry Drysdale, the manager of Winbak Farm of Ontario. Drysdale went on to […] Read more »
Ontario Court Orders Broad Production Of Government Documents Regarding Cancellation Of SARP
On February 9, 2015, Ontario Superior Court Justice Michael Emery released his decision in a motion brought by standardbred breeders seeking broad production of internal documents from Ontario and OLG about the cancellation of the Slots at Racetracks Program (SARP). The motion was brought by the breeders in their lawsuit for damages caused by the […] Read more »
Thank You From The SBOA
The Standardbred Breeders of Ontario Association (SBOA) recognized the top breeders of the 2014 Ontario Sires Stakes season in addition to some of the industry’s most dedicated individuals at its annual awards banquet on Saturday January 31, 2015 at the Holiday Inn Guelph Hotel and Conference Centre. We would like to thank all those who helped […] Read more »
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall Of Fame Is Calling For Nominations
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame is seeking public participation in the nomination of horses and people who have made a significant contribution to Canadian horse racing, for induction to the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame in 2015. Nominations for the following will be considered: MALE HORSE: Stallions or geldings […] Read more »
Arriving Now “Foals Of 2015”
As the calendar approaches the end of January, more and more of harness racing’s future stars will be hitting the ground and taking their first steps. Two farms, High Stakes Farm in Campbellville, Ont. and Winbak Farm have announced first foals of 2015. The first foal reported to Trot Insider came from High Stakes […] Read more »
Woodbine Hosts The Ontario Boys Series
The Ontario Boys first leg Saturday night at Woodbine Racetrack showcased a spectacle that would keep even the most seasoned racing fan on the edge of their seat with Nirvana Seelster besting them all in 1:53. Leaving from post six, Phil Hudon sent the Camluck gelding off at 6/1, paying $14.40 for the win. […] Read more »