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Read About Dustin Sippola’s Road to the Horse Journey in Canadian Horse Journal

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Canadian Talent on the World Stage: Read About Dustin Sippola’s Road to the Horse Journey in Canadian Horse Journal

The Canadian Quarter Horse Association (CQHA) is proud to spotlight Canadian talent making their mark on the international stage—and this spring, Canadian Horse Journal is doing just that with a feature on Alberta’s own Dustin Sippola.

Dustin recently represented Canada as a competitor in the prestigious Road to the Horse Wild Card Challenge, a colt-starting event that brings together some of the most skilled horsemen and women from around the world. His quiet confidence, deep connection to his horses, and strong foundation in ranch-raised horsemanship made him a standout throughout the competition.

What makes this story especially meaningful to CQHA is that Dustin’s journey is firmly rooted in Canadian soil. Based in southwestern Alberta, Dustin and his wife Carmen operate a working ranch and raise quality horses for ranch and rope work—many of them American Quarter Horses. He’s well known across Western Canada for his commitment to building soft, willing horses through thoughtful training and classical horsemanship principles. From early days riding with family friend and mentor Sid Cook, to earning titles like Heart of the Horse Champion three years in a row, Dustin has consistently represented the best of Canadian horsemanship.

We don’t want to give too much away here—because the full story is best told in the words of Canadian Horse Journal, a long-time CQHA sponsor and an essential voice in Canada’s equine community.

👉 Read the full article:
https://www.horsejournals.com/riding-training/more-disciplines/other/canadas-dustin-sippola-wild-card-challenge-competitor

As always, we encourage our members to support the publications that support Canadian horsepeople. Canadian Horse Journal continues to shine a spotlight on the individuals, horses, and events that make our industry so special—and we’re proud to stand behind their work.

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Quarter Horse Racing Is Back at Ajax Downs, May 7

Special 2025 Race Days:

Father’s Day celebration on June 15
Twilight Racing Day on July 2 featuring a 4:15 first race post time
Craft Beer day is July 20
Family Fun Day is August 24
Pumpkin Day is October 13
PRESS RELEASE
Chomping at the Bit: Quarter Horse Racing Is Back at Ajax Downs, May 7
 
AJAX DOWNS, MAY 6, 2025 – The long winter break is over and the fastest breed of equine, the Quarter Horses, are back for another exciting racing season at Ajax Downs this Wednesday, May 7. The first of 25 race dates gets underway with a seven-race card and a first race post time of 1:45 p.m.
 
Throughout the season, racing fans can enjoy top class Quarter Horse racing as well as special event Sundays once a month during the summer beginning with a Father’s Day celebration on June 15. In addition to other event days such as Craft Beer day and Family Fun Day, Ajax will host its first Twilight Racing Day on July 2 featuring a 4:15 first race post time.
 
The popular Battle of the Breeds races, pitting Thoroughbreds and Quarter Horses in a ‘hook race (around a turn) will be back too. Last year the Thoroughbreds won four of the races to three won by Quarter Horses.

Bob Broadstock, the president of the Quarter Racing Owners of Ontario, Inc. and a leading trainer, is encouraged by the number of entries for the opening day card.

“From the moment the track opened for training it was very busy,” said Broadstock. “We had a tough winter and horsepeople were excited to get their horses back in training.”

The QROOI implemented a horse purchase loan program a couple of years ago and it increased for the 2025 racing season.

“A lot of people took advantage of the loan program, double the number from a year ago,” said Broadstock. “People may need some help investing in their first horse, that is what we are trying to do.”

Evidence of the success of the loan program can be seen right off the bat in the two Trials for the QROOI Open Derby for 3-year-olds as eight of the 15 entrants in the 300-yard dashes were purchased during the off season.

The first Trial is race two and Ontario bred ELVIS THE FAMOUS will be a popular runner with the fans. The light grey gelding won the Ontario Bred Futurity last season for the top stable of Carol and Jaime Robertson. Elvis the Famous will be ridden by Ismael Mosquiera, who is returning to riding after being sidelined since July due to injury.

Race three is the second Trial and last year’s High Point 2-year-old filly HAD TO BE FABULOUS, also owned by the Robertsons, meets stakes winner Runaway Fate and others in a competitive dash. The final of the QROOI Derby, worth $30,000, is on May 21.

Parking and admission are always free at Ajax Downs and you can watch the racing up close from the many picnic tables trackside. The popular VIP room overlooking the track can be reserved on racing days by contacting the track at www.ajaxdowns.com or (905) 686-8001.

To find out more about joining the popular First Line Racing Syndicate and own a share in a Quarter Horse, call the QROOI at (905) 426-7050.

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Ajax Downs' top 2-year-old filly of 2024, Had to Be Fabulous, returns on May 7 in one of the Trials for the Open Derby. Photo Credit: New Image Media photo
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Canadian Results from the 2025 Level 1 East AQHA World Championships

Congratulations to all the Canadian bred horses, and the Canadian owners and exhibitors on their success at the 2025 AQHA East Level 1 Championships which were hosted from April 21st to 27th  at the World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, Ohio.

Champion - L1 Amt Trail - Canadian Bred Whata Moonlite Ride bred by: Philip S Dobbs, Palgrave, ON, shown by: Jennifer M D'Onofrio, Columbus, OH
Champion - Youth Lead Line – Canadian Bred Sleepinwithpotential bred by: Dale Cunningham, Nipissing, ON, shown by: Charlotte Slickmeyer, Franklinville, NJ
Champion - L1 Youth Barrel Racing – Canadian Bred Vsradicallycontagius, bred by: Ruth Hamlin, Quintewest, ON, owned & shown by: Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.
Champion - L1 Amt Select Western Pleasure – Canadian bred: Sleep N The Moonlite, bred by: William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Owned & shown by: Shea Stephenson, Newport, KY.
Champion - L1 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation (13 & Under) Canadian Bred Its Daddys Money bred by: Brenda Gower, Lloydminster, AB, owned & shown by: Addison Leland Gray, Spring Mills, PA.
Champion – NSBA RK Amt Showmanship at Halter - Cool Lady Lopin, owned & shown by: Lucas Alcock, Severn, ON.
Reserve Champion - NSBA RK Amt Trail – Aniresistablemachine owned & shown by: Kamyl Mathieu, Ste-Victoire De Sorel, QC.
Reserve Champion - L1 Youth Ranch Trail - Canadian bred Rebelvintage, bred by: Lynda Lacaille, Granby, QC, owned & shown by: Cole Gouthro, Staunton, VA.
3rd - L1 Amt Walk Trot Horsemanship – Canadian Bred Its Paid To Be Good, bred by: Janet Fazackerley, Severn, ON, shown by: Sarah Featherstone, Ottawa, ON
3rd - L1 Youth Trail (14-18) - Only One More Drink owned & shown by: Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

Champion – L1 Amt Trail – Canadian Bred Whata Moonlite Ride (Only In The Moonlite X January Version) a 2015 Gelding, bred by: Philip S Dobbs, Palgrave, ON, shown by: Jennifer M D’Onofrio, Columbus, OH, owned by: Isabella Marie D’Onofrio, Columbus, OH.

Champion – L1 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation (13 & Under) Canadian Bred Its Daddys Money (Vs Goodride X She Made It Happen) a  2020 Gelding bred by: Brenda Gower, Lloydminster, AB, owned & shown by: Addison Leland Gray, Spring Mills, PA.

Champion – NSBA L1 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation (13 & Under) Canadian Bred Its Daddys Money (Vs Goodride X She Made It Happen) a  2020 Gelding bred by: Brenda Gower, Lloydminster, AB, owned & shown by: Addison Leland Gray, Spring Mills, PA.

Champion – L1 Youth Barrel Racing – Canadian Bred Vsradicallycontagius (Vs Code Red X Wonit Ona Rv Radical) a 2015 Mare bred by: Ruth Hamlin, Quintewest, ON, owned & shown by: Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

Champion – NSBA L1 Amt Trail – Canadian Bred Whata Moonlite Ride (Only In The Moonlite X January Version) a 2015 Gelding, bred by: Philip S Dobbs, Palgrave, ON, shown by: Jennifer M D’Onofrio, Columbus, OH, owned by: Isabella Marie D’Onofrio, Columbus, OH.

Champion – NSBA  L1 Amt Walk Trot Trail – Invited Fora Martini, (The Best Martini X Shabby Chic) a 2018 Mare, owned & shown by: Shelly Thorburn-O’Donnell, Hebron, NS.

Champion – NSBA RK Amt Showmanship at Halter – Cool Lady Lopin (Lazy Loper X Cool Krymsun Lady) a 2012 Mare, owned & shown by: Lucas Alcock, Severn, ON.

Champion – Youth Lead Line – Canadian Bred The Hot Moonlite (Only In The Moonlite X Krymsun Diva) a  2012 Gelding bred by: Lynne Cleroux, Navan, ON, shown by: Briar Sluman, North Bay, On, owned by: Emily S Yates, North Bay, ON.

Champion – Youth Lead Line – Canadian Bred Sleepinwithpotential (Too Sleepy To Zip X Rr Im For Certain) a 2021 Mare bred by: Dale Cunningham, Nipissing, ON, shown by: Charlotte Slickmeyer, Franklinville, NJ, owned by: Natalee G Degroot, Kinnelon, NJ

Champion – Youth Lead Line – Canadian Bred Pitch Perfect (One Hot Krymsun X Huntin A Tune) a 2016 Gelding bred by: Herb Best, Newglasgow, NS, shown by: Myles Girardi, Stephenson, MI, owned by: Nancy Larson, Marinette, WI

Champion – Youth Lead Line – Canadian Bred The Hot Moonlite (Only In The Moonlite X Krymsun Diva) a  2012 Gelding bred by: Lynne Cleroux, Navan, ON, shown by: Briar Sluman, North Bay, On, owned by: Emily S Yates, North Bay, ON.

Champion – NSBA RK Youth Working Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred Enuff Is Enuff (The Next Detail X Josies On The Hunt) a 2016 Gelding bred by: Elizabeth Roberts, Dreseden, ON, shown by: Lucy June Vos, Ada, MI, owned by: Tessa Vos, Ada, MI.

Champion – L1 Amt Select Western Pleasure – Canadian bred: Sleep N The Moonlite (Only In The Moonlite X Sleep Machine) a 2017 Gelding, bred by: William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Owned & shown by: Shea Stephenson, Newport, KY.

Champion – NSBA L1 Amt Select Western Pleasure – Canadian bred: Sleep N The Moonlite (Only In The Moonlite X Sleep Machine) a 2017 Gelding, bred by: William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Owned & shown by: Shea Stephenson, Newport, KY.

Reserve Champion – NSBA RK Amt Trail – Aniresistablemachine (Iresistable Sudden X Covered In Cashmere) a 2016 Mare, owned & shown by: Kamyl Mathieu, Ste-Victoire De Sorel, QC.

Reserve Champion – L1 Youth Ranch Trail – Canadian bred Rebelvintage (A Sparkling Vintage X Wimpys Got Action) a 2017 Mare bred by: Lynda Lacaille, Granby, QC, owned & shown by: Cole Gouthro, Staunton, VA.

Reserve Champion – NSBA L1 Youth Ranch Trail – Canadian bred Rebelvintage (A Sparkling Vintage X Wimpys Got Action) a 2017 Mare bred by: Lynda Lacaille, Granby, QC, owned & shown by: Cole Gouthro, Staunton, VA.

Reserve Champion – RK Youth Working Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred Enuff Is Enuff (The Next Detail X Josies On The Hunt) a 2016 Gelding bred by: Elizabeth Roberts, Dreseden, ON, shown by: Lucy June Vos, Ada, MI, owned by: Tessa Vos, Ada, MI.

Reserve Champion – L1 Youth Walk Trot Hunt Seat Equitation – Canadian Bred Sleepinwithpotential (Too Sleepy To Zip X Rr Im For Certain) a 2021 Mare bred by: Dale Cunningham, Nipissing, ON, owned & shown by: Natalee G Degroot, Kinnelon, NJ.

3rd – L1 Amt Walk Trot Horsemanship – Canadian Bred Its Paid To Be Good (It Paid To Be Good X Agr Amegio Impulse) a 2018 Gelding, bred by: Janet Fazackerley, Severn, ON, shown by: Sarah Featherstone, Ottawa, ON, owned by: Pat L Chamberland, Severn, ON.

3RD – NSBA L1 Amt Trail – Sleepy Monn (Too Sleepy To Zip X Jamaica Monn) a 2011 Gelding, owned & shown by: Amber Zabel, Grimsby, ON.

3rd  – NSBA L1 Amt Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred Scandal Maker (Machine Made X Certain Affair) a 2020 Gelding, bred by: Linda Petrie, Mitchell, ON, owned & shown by: Annika I Rear, Ripley, ON.

3rd – L1 Amt Yearling Geldings – Canadian bred Allnfavorsayeye (Easy On The Eyez X Sleepy Ize) a 2024 Gelding bred by: Krista Downey, Fredericton, NB, shown by: Haley Rutstein, Wilton, NH owned by: Kelsey Robertson, Kingston, NH.

3rd  – NSBA  L1 Youth Hunter Under Saddle (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Its Daddys Money (Vs Goodride X She Made It Happen) a  2020 Gelding bred by: Brenda Gower, Lloydminster, AB, owned & shown by: Addison Leland Gray, Spring Mills, PA.

3rd – NSBA  L1 Youth Ranch Riding (14-18) – Canadian bred Eves Cocktail (Wimpyneedsacocktail X Whizicle) a 2014  Mare, bred by: Equine Plus, Stbasilelegrand, QC, shown by: Mary Ella Bullington, Spartanburg, SC, owned by: Lynsey Carmichael Bullington, Spartanburg, SC.

3rd – L1 Youth Trail (14-18) – Only One More Drink (The Best Martini X Willys Red Chip) a 2018 Gelding, owned & shown by: Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

3rd – NSBA L1 Youth Trail (14-18) – Only One More Drink (The Best Martini X Willys Red Chip) a 2018 Gelding, owned & shown by: Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

3rd – NSBA L1 Youth Working Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred Enuff Is Enuff (The Next Detail X Josies On The Hunt) a 2016 Gelding bred by: Elizabeth Roberts, Dreseden, ON, shown by: Lucy June Vos, Ada, MI, owned by: Tessa Vos, Ada, MI

3rd – RK Youth Hunt Seat Equitation – Not Too Lazy To Top (Lazy Loper X Shine My Haylo) a 2013 Gelding, owned & shown by: Emily Firth, Langley, BC.

3rd – L1 Amt Select Trail – Canadian bred: Willubmyvalentine (My Sleepy Valentine X I Will Be Invited) a 2019 Gelding, bred by: Cathy Guest, Foothills, AB, shown by: Jeff Morgenstern, Morrow, OH, owned by: Molly K Morgenstern, Galena, OH.

3rd  – NSBA L1 Amt Select Trail – Canadian Bred: She Will Be Somebody (Vs Code Blue X Somebody Will Know) a 2018 Mare, bred by: Rod Jeffries, Shannonville, ON, owned & shown by: Tracy L Hritz, Washington, PA.

3rd – L1 Amt Select Ranch Riding – SB Kachina Cash (Lil Joe Cash X Smart Kachina Olena) a 2017 Mare, Owned & Shown By: Shilo Shannon, Oro-Medonte, ON.

4th – NSBA L1 Amt Western Horsemanship – Cool Lady Lopin (Lazy Loper X Cool Krymsun Lady) a 2012 Mare, owned & shown by: Lucas Alcock, Severn, ON.

4th – L1 Amt Working Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian bred: Points Beau (Allocate Your Assets X Give The Points 05) a 2013 Gelding bred by: Roxanne Cunneyworth, Kenilworth, ON, owned & shown by: Sydney R Reed, Clearwater, FL.

4th – RK Amt Showmanship at Halter – Im Not Battman (Batt Man X Do Mac A Impulse) a 2016 Gelding, shown by: Joclyn Cratt, London, ON, owned by: Chanda Burke, Thorndale, ON.

4th – RK Amt Trail – Aniresistablemachine (Iresistable Sudden X Covered In Cashmere) a 2016 Mare, owned & shown by: Kamyl Mathieu, Ste-Victoire De Sorel, QC.

4th – NSBA RK Amt Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred Mind Your Biscuits (Its A Southern Thing X All Good N Plenty) a 2019 Gelding bred by: Barbara Stewart, Fortsaskatchewan, AB, owned & shown by: Kristie Patterson, Port Matilda, PA.

4th – L1 Youth Hunter Under Saddle (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Its Daddys Money (Vs Goodride X She Made It Happen) a  2020 Gelding bred by: Brenda Gower, Lloydminster, AB, owned & shown by: Addison Leland Gray, Spring Mills, PA.

4th – L1 Youth Performance Halter Mares – Canadian Bred Sleepinwithpotential (Too Sleepy To Zip X Rr Im For Certain) a 2021 Mare bred by: Dale Cunningham, Nipissing, ON, owned & shown by: Natalee G Degroot, Kinnelon, NJ.

4th – L1 Youth Working Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred Enuff Is Enuff (The Next Detail X Josies On The Hunt) a 2016 Gelding bred by: Elizabeth Roberts, Dreseden, ON, shown by: Lucy June Vos, Ada, MI, owned by: Tessa Vos, Ada, MI

4th – NSBA L1 Amt Select Trail – Canadian Bred: Talkinaboutmymachine (Machine Made X Sweet Talkin Spice) a 2018 Gelding, bred by” Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON, shown by: Beate Schueppel, Atlanta, GA, owned by: Bim Farms Llc, Atlanta, GA.

5th – 4th – L1 Youth Hunter Under Saddle (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Sleepinwithpotential (Too Sleepy To Zip X Rr Im For Certain) a 2021 Mare bred by: Dale Cunningham, Nipissing, ON, owned & shown by: Natalee G Degroot, Kinnelon, NJ.

5th – L1 Amt Western Horsemanship – Cool Lady Lopin (Lazy Loper X Cool Krymsun Lady) a 2012 Mare, owned & shown by: Lucas Alcock, Severn, ON.

5th – L1 Amt Trail – Sleepy Monn (Too Sleepy To Zip X Jamaica Monn) a 2011 Gelding, owned & shown by: Amber Zabel, Grimsby, ON.

5th – L1 Amt Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred: Scandal Maker (Machine Made X Certain Affair) a 2020 Gelding, bred by: Linda Petrie, Mitchell, ON, owned & shown by: Annika I Rear, Ripley, ON.

5th – RK Amt Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred: Mind Your Biscuits (Its A Southern Thing X All Good N Plenty) a 2019 Gelding bred by: Barbara Stewart, Fortsaskatchewan, AB, owned & shown by: Kristie Patterson, Port Matilda, PA.

5th – NSBA L1 Youth Western Horsemanship 13 & Under – Canadian Bred: Its Daddys Money (Vs Goodride X She Made It Happen) a  2020 Gelding bred by: Brenda Gower, Lloydminster, AB, owned & shown by: Addison Leland Gray, Spring Mills, PA.

5th – NSBA L1 Youth Performance Halter Geldings – Canadian Bred: Its Daddys Money (Vs Goodride X She Made It Happen) a  2020 Gelding bred by: Brenda Gower, Lloydminster, AB, owned & shown by: Addison Leland Gray, Spring Mills, PA.

5th – RK Youth Ranch Riding – Canadian bred: Eves Cocktail (Wimpyneedsacocktail X Whizicle) a 2014  Mare, bred by: Equine Plus, Stbasilelegrand, QC, shown by: Mary Ella Bullington, Spartanburg, SC, owned by: Lynsey Carmichael Bullington, Spartanburg, SC.

5th – L1 Youth Walk Trot Western Pleasure – Km Taylored For You (Rl Best Of Sudden X Taylor Made Sheik) a 2018 Mare, owned & shown by: Lana Elizabeth Noonan, Yarmouth, NS.

5th – NSBA L1 Youth Walk Trot Western Pleasure – Km Taylored For You (Rl Best Of Sudden X Taylor Made Sheik) a 2018 Mare, owned & shown by: Lana Elizabeth Noonan, Yarmouth, NS.

5th – NSBA L1 Amt Select Showmanship at Halter – Canadian Bred: Talkinaboutmymachine (Machine Made X Sweet Talkin Spice) a 2018 Gelding, bred by” Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON, shown by: Beate Schueppel, Atlanta, GA, owned by: Bim Farms Llc, Atlanta, GA.

6th – L1 Amt Walk Trot Trail – Invited Fora Martini, (The Best Martini X Shabby Chic) a 2018 Mare, owned & shown by: Shelly Thorburn-O’Donnell, Hebron, NS.

6th – NSBA L1 Amt Western Horsemanship – Sleepy Monn (Too Sleepy To Zip X Jamaica Monn) a 2011 Gelding, owned & shown by: Amber Zabel, Grimsby, ON.

6th – RK Amt Western Horsemanship – Im Not Battman (Batt Man X Do Mac A Impulse) a 2016 Gelding, shown by: Joclyn Cratt, London, ON, owned by: Chanda Burke, Thorndale, ON.

6th – RK Amt Hunter Hack – Canadian bred: Points Beau (Allocate Your Assets X Give The Points 05) a 2013 Gelding bred by: Roxanne Cunneyworth, Kenilworth, ON, owned & shown by: Sydney R Reed, Clearwater, FL.

6th – NSBA L1 Youth Showmanship (14 – 18) – Only One More Drink (The Best Martini X Willys Red Chip) a 2018 Gelding, owned & shown by: Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

6th – NSBA L1 Youth Western Pleasure (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred: Sleepy N I Know It (Too Sleepy To Zip X Spice Machine) a  2011 Gelding, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON, shown by Gracelyn Mae Mcclure, Chickasha, OK, owned by Mcclure Land & Cattle Llc, Chickasha, OK.

6th – NSBA Rookie Youth Ranch Riding – Canadian Bred: The Hot Moonlite (Only In The Moonlite X Krymsun Diva) a 2012 Gelding bred by Lynne Cleroux, Navan, ON, owned & shown by: Emily S Yates, North Bay, ON.

6th – NSBA  RK Youth Trail – Shes A Dream Machine (A Dream Remembered X My Good Mambo) a 2018 Mare, owned & shown by: Stella Taylor, Tusket, NS.

6th – L1 Amt Select Trail – Canadian Bred: She Will Be Somebody (Vs Code Blue X Somebody Will Know) a 2018 Mare, bred by: Rod Jeffries, Shannonville, ON, owned & shown by: Tracy L Hritz, Washington, PA.

7th – NSBA L1 Youth Western Horsemanship 14 – 18 – Only One More Drink (The Best Martini X Willys Red Chip) a 2018 Gelding, owned & shown by: Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

7th – NSBA L1 Youth Performance Halter Mares – Shes A Dream Machine (A Dream Remembered X My Good Mambo) a 2018 Mare, owned & shown by: Stella Taylor, Tusket, NS

7th – L1 Amt Select Trail – Canadian Bred: Talkinaboutmymachine (Machine Made X Sweet Talkin Spice) a 2018 Gelding, bred by” Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON, shown by: Beate Schueppel, Atlanta, GA, owned by: Bim Farms Llc, Atlanta, GA.

7th – L1 Amt Select Ranch Riding – Canadian Bred: Wimps Last Lil Spook (Wimpys Tinseltown X Lucky Lil Spook) a 2018 Mare, bred by: John & Sharon Fletcher, Waterford, ON, owned & shown by: Kathleen Moulton, Gravenhurst, ON.

8th – RK Amt Working Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian bred: Points Beau (Allocate Your Assets X Give The Points 05) a 2013 Gelding bred by: Roxanne Cunneyworth, Kenilworth, ON, owned & shown by: Sydney R Reed, Clearwater, FL.

8th – L1 Youth Performance Halter Geldings – Canadian Bred: Its Daddys Money (Vs Goodride X She Made It Happen) a  2020 Gelding bred by: Brenda Gower, Lloydminster, AB, owned & shown by: Addison Leland Gray, Spring Mills, PA.

8th – L1 Youth Ranch Riding (14-18) – Canadian bred: Eves Cocktail (Wimpyneedsacocktail X Whizicle) a 2014  Mare, bred by: Equine Plus, Stbasilelegrand, QC, shown by: Mary Ella Bullington, Spartanburg, SC, owned by: Lynsey Carmichael Bullington, Spartanburg, SC.

8th – L1 Youth Western Pleasure (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred: Sleepy N I Know It (Too Sleepy To Zip X Spice Machine) a  2011 Gelding, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON, shown by Gracelyn Mae Mcclure, Chickasha, OK, owned by Mcclure Land & Cattle Llc, Chickasha, OK.

8th – RK Youth Ranch Trail – Canadian bred: Eves Cocktail (Wimpyneedsacocktail X Whizicle) a 2014  Mare, bred by: Equine Plus, Stbasilelegrand, QC, shown by: Mary Ella Bullington, Spartanburg, SC, owned by: Lynsey Carmichael Bullington, Spartanburg, SC.

8th – L1 Amt Select Showmanship at Halter – Canadian Bred: Talkinaboutmymachine (Machine Made X Sweet Talkin Spice) a 2018 Gelding, bred by” Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON, shown by: Beate Schueppel, Atlanta, GA, owned by: Bim Farms Llc, Atlanta, GA.

9th – L1 Amt Performance Halter Mares – Cool Lady Lopin (Lazy Loper X Cool Krymsun Lady) a 2012 Mare, owned & shown by: Lucas Alcock, Severn, ON.

9th – RK Amt Trail – Im Not Battman (Batt Man X Do Mac A Impulse) a 2016 Gelding, shown by: Joclyn Cratt, London, ON, owned by: Chanda Burke, Thorndale, ON.

9th – NSBA L1 Youth Trail (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred: Sleepy N I Know It (Too Sleepy To Zip X Spice Machine) a  2011 Gelding, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON, shown by Gracelyn Mae Mcclure, Chickasha, OK, owned by Mcclure Land & Cattle Llc, Chickasha, OK.

9th – NSBA L1 Youth Western Riding (14-18) – Only One More Drink (The Best Martini X Willys Red Chip) a 2018 Gelding, owned & shown by: Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

9th – L1 Amt Select Ranch Riding – Hr Dutton (Ps Mega Shine Chic X Major Entertainer) a 2021 Gelding, owned & shown by: Sandra L Duhamel, Val Caron, ON.

9th – NSBA – L1 Amt Select Western Horsemanship – Canadian bred: Talkinaboutmymachine (Machine Made X Sweet Talkin Spice) a 2018 Gelding, bred by” Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON, shown by: Beate Schueppel, Atlanta, GA, owned by: Bim Farms Llc, Atlanta, GA.

10th – L1 Amt Western Horsemanship – Sleepy Monn (Too Sleepy To Zip X Jamaica Monn) a 2011 Gelding, owned & shown by: Amber Zabel, Grimsby, ON.

10th – RK Amt Showmanship at Halter – Cool Lady Lopin (Lazy Loper X Cool Krymsun Lady) a 2012 Mare, owned & shown by: Lucas Alcock, Severn, ON.

10th – L1 Youth Western Horsemanship 13 & Under – Canadian Bred: Its Daddys Money (Vs Goodride X She Made It Happen) a  2020 Gelding bred by: Brenda Gower, Lloydminster, AB, owned & shown by: Addison Leland Gray, Spring Mills, PA.

11th – RK Amt Ranch Riding –  SB Kachina Cash (Lil Joe Cash X Smart Kachina Olena) a 2017 Mare, Owned & Shown By: Shilo Shannon, Oro-Medonte, ON.

11th – L1 Youth Showmanship (14 – 18) – Only One More Drink (The Best Martini X Willys Red Chip) a 2018 Gelding, owned & shown by: Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

11th – RK Youth Trail – Shes A Dream Machine (A Dream Remembered X My Good Mambo) a 2018 Mare, owned & shown by: Stella Taylor, Tusket, NS.

11th – L1 Amt Select Western Horsemanship – Canadian bred: Talkinaboutmymachine (Machine Made X Sweet Talkin Spice) a 2018 Gelding, bred by” Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON, shown by: Beate Schueppel, Atlanta, GA, owned by: Bim Farms Llc, Atlanta, GA.

12th – L1 Youth Western Riding (14-18) – Only One More Drink (The Best Martini X Willys Red Chip) a 2018 Gelding, owned & shown by: Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

12th – L1 Amt Select Hunt Seat Equitation – Shudda Looked Twice (Pr Tells A Tale X Pr Jo Jo Jackie) a 2016 Mare, owned & shown by: Lori Ann Mcdonald, Schomberg, ON.

13th – L1 Amt Ranch Trail – SB Kachina Cash (Lil Joe Cash X Smart Kachina Olena) a 2017 Mare, Owned & Shown By: Shilo Shannon, Oro-Medonte, ON.

13th – L1 Youth Western Horsemanship 14 – 18 – Only One More Drink (The Best Martini X Willys Red Chip) a 2018 Gelding, owned & shown by: Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

 13th – L1 Youth Performance Halter Mares – Shes A Dream Machine (A Dream Remembered X My Good Mambo) a 2018 Mare, owned & shown by: Stella Taylor, Tusket, NS.

13th – L1 Youth Trail (14-18) – Rock Me Mama (Lazy Loper X Highway Twenty Ride) a 2013 Gelding, shown by: Isabella Vis, Hanmer, ON, owned by: Krista Vis, Hanmer, ON.

13th – L1 Youth Working Hunter – Canadian Bred: Pitch Perfect (One Hot Krymsun X Huntin A Tune) a 2016 Gelding bred by: Herb Best, Newglasgow, NS, shown by: Myles Girardi, Stephenson, MI, owned by: Nancy Larson, Marinette, WI.

14th – L1 Amt Walk Trot Western Pleasure – Invited Fora Martini, (The Best Martini X Shabby Chic) a 2018 Mare, owned & shown by: Shelly Thorburn-O’Donnell, Hebron, NS.

14th – L1 Amt Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred: Cool Cowboy Machine (Machine Made X Cool Lady Lopin) a 2019 Gelding, bred by: Pattilynne Clayton, Severn, ON, owned & shown by: Lindsay Alanna Mcdougall, Lucan, ON.

15th – L1 Amt Western Horsemanship – Canadian Bred: Whata Moonlite Ride (Only In The Moonlite X January Version) a 2015 Gelding, bred by: Philip S Dobbs, Palgrave, ON, shown by: Jennifer M D’Onofrio, Columbus, OH, owned by: Isabella Marie D’Onofrio, Columbus, OH.

15th – L1 Youth Trail (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Sleepy N I Know It (Too Sleepy To Zip X Spice Machine) a  2011 Gelding, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON, shown by Gracelyn Mae Mcclure, Chickasha, OK, owned by Mcclure Land & Cattle Llc, Chickasha, OK.

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Maritime QHA Youth Welcome Educational Opportunity

The Maritime Quarter Horse Youth Association hosted a successful clinic April 25th to 27th at the Princess Louise Show Park located in Sussex, NB. CQHA was proud to help support this educational event featuring  AQHA Professional Horseman and Judge Derek Hanscome.

MQHA youth advisor Lacey Fisher said of the event “the kids were incredibly engaged and learned so much. We are so grateful for Derek’s time, expertise, and support of our youth program!”

To learn more about the Maritime Quarter Horse Association, their programs and events please head to their website.

 

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In Memory of Joe Carter

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In Memory of Joe Carter (June 4, 1943 – April 10, 2025)
Renowned Horseman and Mentor to Canada’s Quarter Horse Industry

 

Joe Carter, a celebrated figure in Canada’s Quarter Horse industry, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of mentorship, expertise, and passion for horses. Joe was instrumental in shaping the Canadian Quarter Horse industry. For over six decades, he made significant contributions as a judge, horse trainer, farrier, and clinician, sharing his profound knowledge with thousands of equestrians.

Joe’s career in the Quarter Horse industry is defined by his extraordinary contributions as a judge and mentor. He received his American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) All-Around Judges Card on January 1, 1981, and his Ranch Versatility AQHA Judges Card on July 16, 2007. In addition to his AQHA cards, he was also a judge for the National Snaffle Bit Association, the National Reining Horse Association, the National Cutting Horse Association, and several other breed associations. His judging experience spanned 26 countries and every state and province in North America. He was highly sought after to judge some of the biggest shows in the Quarter Horse industry, including the prestigious All American Quarter Horse Congress and the National Reining Horse Association’s Reining Futurity, which he judged numerous times. He was deeply committed to mentoring fellow AQHA judges, preparing them for the high-pressure, prestigious responsibility of judging world shows. He was repeatedly honored with the opportunity to judge these prestigious events, including the AQHA Youth World Championship Show in 2016, the AQHA World Championship Show in 2018, the AQHA Select World Championship Show in 2012, and the Versatility Ranch Horse Championship Show in 2018. His last recorded AQHA show as a judge was the Manitoba Quarter Horse Association’s Canada Day Classic on July 1-2, 2022.

Joe met his wife, Pat, in 1962. Together, they established Carters Training Facility in St. George, Ontario, which became a cornerstone of the Quarter Horse community in Ontario. Following Pat’s passing in 2018, the facility continues to thrive under the leadership of their granddaughter, Paige, furthering Joe and his family’s commitment to equine excellence. Joe’s love for his family was immeasurable. He is survived by his daughter, Patti; granddaughter, Paige; her husband, Kyle; and their newborn, Joe’s great-granddaughter, Peyton Patricia Johnson. He often spoke fondly of the day his daughter, Patti, was born in 1965, calling it his “perfect day” — one of the happiest moments of his life.

Joe was deeply passionate about the history of western horse sport and often expressed his admiration for the founding members of the AQHA, fondly recalling the early days of his career. He considered Bill Brewer, past Executive Vice President of the AQHA, a hero and a close friend. In 2008, Joe was inducted into the Ontario Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and was named AQHA Professional Horseman of the Year that same year. In 2024, he was honored with the American Paint Horse Association (APHA) Judge Emeritus Award.

Joe’s wisdom, integrity, and humor were evident in every interaction. He was a dedicated mentor, guiding many trainers and exhibitors who went on to have successful careers. Joe frequently advised new judges to seek mentorship, gain experience, and ensure their opinions were both educated and independent. His expertise was admired, but it was his warmth, comedic genius, and captivating storytelling that truly left a lasting impression on all who knew him. His devotion to his family and the horse industry, along with the legacy he leaves behind, will continue to inspire those who were fortunate to know him. Joe’s passing marks the end of an era in Canada’s Quarter Horse industry, but his influence will endure for generations to come.

In Memory of Joe Carter, A Life Full of Laughter and Adventure

It would only be fitting to close this memorial with a funny incident that Joe shared with the Appaloosa Horse Club of Canada for their Judge’s newsletter in the spring of 2021. He was asked to share with them a funny memory of a horse judging experience, and this is what he said:

“Well, I wasn’t judging, but in 1975, I was showing at the Georgetown Fair in Georgetown, Ontario. I was showing a horse named Wonder Seeker, who ended up being my first AQHA Supreme Champion. The Trail class was the last class of the day, and Wonder Seeker was still back at the trailer, so I rode back to switch horses. Back then, there wasn’t a pattern provided for the Trail; rather, the judge told you which obstacles to complete in what order. I got back to the ring just as the judge was telling everyone what they were going to do, and they called out that I was the first horse to go on Wonder Seeker. I got through all the obstacles and rode up to a 45-gallon barrel with both ends cut out.

The judge told us we had to dismount, ground tie, and crawl through the barrel. When I got out the other end of the barrel, I knew I had been had! The whole crowd was clapping and laughing!

Some friends told the judge about the prank, and the judge went along with it — I ended up winning the class!”

[Reprinting all or part of this news release is permitted. Please credit the Canadian Quarter Horse Association and provide a link back to cqha.ca.]

A celebration of Joe’s life will be held at
Wm. Kipp Funeral Home, 184 Grand River St. N. Paris ON
Tuesday, April 15th from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm.
Funeral service to take place on
Wednesday April 16 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel.
 
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests memorial contributions to the American Quarter Horse Foundation’s Professional Horsemen’s Endowment fund or the American Paint Horse Association’s horseIQ education platform.
 
Online condolences and donations may be arranged through www.wmkippfuneralhome.com
 
Make a Donation in Memory of Joe

The AQHA Professional Horsemen’s Endowment supports AQHA professionals in crisis and seeks to ensure the longevity of the personal and professional wellbeing of the AQHA Professional Horsemen. The Professional Horsemen’s Endowment Fund Program will be administered through the Professional Horsemen’s Association. Recipients will be selected by the Professional Horsemen’s Council.

Mail to: American Quarter Horse Foundation, P.O. Box 32111, Amarillo, TX 79120

Joseph “Joe” Archibald Carter

Longtime judge and AQHA director at large died April 10.

AQHA.com – April 10, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph “Joe” Archibald Carter, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and a prominent figure in the equine industry. Joe passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy defined by mentorship, integrity and a lifelong devotion to the equine world.

Joe’s heart was firmly rooted in family. Cherished husband to the late Jeanette “Patricia” Carter (nee Erhardt, 2018). Beloved father to his daughter, Patti Carter (Ed) and to his stepchildren Danny Howlett (Patty) and Peter Howlett (Ellie). Much loved Poppa of Ashley “Paige” Johnson (Kyle), and most recently to his newborn great-granddaughter Peyton Patricia Johnson. He is sadly missed by his siblings Muriel Touchings, Bill Carter, Barbara Carter, Sue Burr and Ruth Walker. He is predeceased by his parents, William and Effie Carter (nee Ashford), siblings Lloyd Carter and Anne Dawson, as well as his stepdaughter Lorna Howlett (Brian).

Joe was born in Francois, Newfoundland, to his cherished parents, Bill and Effie Carter. Joe’s passion for horses began when his family moved to Harbour Breton, Newfoundland, where he and his friends would catch and ride wild horses. In 1962, he met Pat, and together they founded Carter’s Training Facility in St. George, Ontario — a hub of excellence and mentorship in the horse community. For more than six decades, Joe dedicated his life to the advancement of the equine industry, both in Canada and internationally. As a renowned judge, trainer, farrier and clinician, he shared his knowledge and passion with thousands, shaping the careers of countless equestrians and fellow professionals along the way.

Joe’s warmth, storytelling and unique sense of humor left a lasting impression on all who had the privilege of knowing him. Joe’s passing marks the end of an era, but the impact he made will live on in the lives he touched. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

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A Letter to Canadian AQHYA Members

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Dear Canadian AQHYA Members,

Hello, my name is Adrianna Goolsby. I’m currently serving as AQHYA’s Executive Committee Member and the chair of the AQHYA International Committee. This year’s Youth International Committee had the goal of building a good connection with our international affiliates for the use of the current and future International Committee to build upon and increase the awareness and understanding of AQHYA Programs that international youth can participate in.  

One of the amazing youth programs we offer to international youth members is the Youth Excellence Seminar, or what is more fondly known as Y.E.S. This year, YES will be held July 8-10th in Amarillo, TX. YES is a 3-day leadership conference open to youth ages 10 to 18. At this conference, the youth will experience valuable leadership skills, inspiring speakers, and AQHYA governance items. Such as the election of the Regional Directors (3 per region) and our Officers (president, first vice president, second vice president, member, and member). AQHYA has 11 regions, all international affiliates are a part of Region 11. Therefore, any international youth member over the age of 14 who is in good standing and is deemed a voting delegate is eligible to run for Region 11 Director. The youth member is not required to attend YES and may run from the comfort of home. The registration and application deadline is June 1st, 2025.  

If the youth member would like to come to Amarillo but is worried about finances, AQHYA has a solution. As of last year, AQHYA offers travel grants to eight international youth members attending YES of up to $2,000 per grant (1,809.73 euros, 39,923.75 pesos, etc.). To receive the grant, the international youth member must fill out an application by the due date of April 30th, 2025. There are a few extra things to know concerning the travel grant. AQHA will arrange and confirm flights and accommodations 45 days before YES, participants will share a room with another international grant recipient of the same gender, and selected applicants under the age of 14 must travel with a parent/guardian, and AQHA International staff will serve as chaperones for the international grant recipients while attending YES.

I would love to see some of your youth join us in Amarillo this year and or run for a Region 11 Director spot. If you have any questions or concerns please let me know. Thank you for your time and I hope you have a great day. 

Sincerely,

     Adrianna Goolsby

      AQHYA 24-25 Executive Committee Member 

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Tariff Resources and Info for Equine Industry Stakeholders

Update: Tariffs and the  Horse Industry

April 3, 2025

Dear Members of the Canadian Quarter Horse Community,

We have important news to share regarding the movement of horses between the U.S. and Canada. As part of recent updates to the United States’ tariff structure, horses that meet the requirements under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will continue to cross the border without incurring any tariffs. This important update is a continuation of the long-standing agreement that facilitates cross-border trade.

For further details, you can read the full announcement here: White House Fact Sheet.

This decision ensures that horses eligible under the USMCA will remain tariff-free, preserving the unrestricted flow of horses across the U.S.-Canada border. The Canadian government has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining this arrangement, ensuring that horses continue to benefit from the tariff exemptions set forth in the USMCA.

The strength of the Quarter Horse industry in both Canada and the U.S. is built on the dedication and collaboration of breeders, competitors, and enthusiasts on both sides of the border. We are thankful to those who have worked to protect this vital trade relationship, including those advocating for AQHA on Capitol Hill.

Please ensure that you have all necessary documentation when transporting horses, including proof of foaling location (whether in the USA or Canada). If you encounter any difficulties at the border, please contact us immediately so we can assist you.

We will keep you informed of any further updates as we continue to monitor the situation closely.

Sincerely,
Canadian Quarter Horse Association

 
 
Tariffs: The Horse Industry’s Journey into the Great Unknown

March 24, 2025

READ: Tariffs: The Horse Industry’s Journey into the Great Unknown
American Horse Council - Tariffs 101 PDF

March 19, 2025

Attention Canadian Quarter Horse Community

The executive committee of the Canadian Quarter Horse Association understands the concerns many of you have regarding the potential impact of U.S. tariffs on the cross-border movement of Quarter Horses. We know how vital the free flow of Quarter Horses between Canada and the U.S. is to our community, and we share your concerns about how these developments may affect our industry.

CQHA has been closely monitoring the situation, working alongside AQHA, Equestrian Canada, and the relevant Canadian federal departments involved (CFIA/ CBSA). While this situation remains fluid, we are committed to keeping you informed as new details emerge.

The Government of Canada is currently accepting stakeholder feedback on its proposed countermeasures, and we encourage all stakeholders to contribute. You can submit your comments through the official consultation form here.

Rest assured, as soon as CQHA is provided with a clear directive or policy regarding the tariffs and their impact on the movement of Quarter Horses, we will share that information with our membership immediately.

Thank you for your ongoing engagement and support. We are in this together and will continue to advocate on your behalf.

The CQHA Executive Committee

March 19, 2025

Dear Industry Stakeholders,

In light of the tariffs due to come in effect April 2, 2025, I would like to provide you with as much information as possible so that you are prepared.  While much is still unknown we do know that the 25% US tariffs combined with Canada’s reciprocal tariffs will have a significant impact on the equine industry both sides of the border.  Effects on breeding, horse sales, training, racing and other competitions, equine welfare, etc. may be expected and the industry will need to be resilient in business practices and decisions as the tariff impacts continue and information unfolds. This, combined with the exchange rate may lead to some unexpected challenges and consequences for the Canadian and USA equine industry for 2025.

Below, you will find information that I have gathered so far from multiple sources that I am aware of.  We encourage stakeholders to support each other as much as possible and if you have resources to share please send them to me so that I can share with others.  I will watch for updates from government and industry partners, and continue sharing as new intel crosses my desk.

Please note that information at any time can change as well as the April 2, 2025 tariff day.  I understand many of you are currently actioning business decisions in advance of this date to leverage some security, while for other business decisions they may have to be shelved, delayed or pivoted to another direction.  Nonetheless, we share your concern and we will try to support the equine industry as much as possible.

On Monday of this week, EC partook in conversations with the American Horse Council (AHC) who are deeply concerned as well for the industry, for both sides of the border. Members of CTHS also were present.  We feel that by standing together and working together on behalf of the equine industry, we can maximize support and resources for both countries.  We are a North American industry with reliance on each other and so it makes sense to work together during unprecedented times.

Please find below the resources I have to date.  If you have any specific questions that have not been answered in the resources then I encourage you to share them with me directly.  We will do our best to find the answers.  If any corrections are needed to the resources provided below, please let me know as soon as possible.  If you are inquiring about EC competitions, I am not aware of any effects, however if there are impacts, our CEO, Meg, and Comms will provide an announcement to our membership and organizers. My focus is the equine industry at this point in time.

We are currently looking for information on the shipping of semen across the border, either way.  Our sources for now suggest that semen will be included in the tariff and the value of it ‘may’ be connected to the stallion’s advertised stud fees.  We hope to get more clarification soon. AHC is also looking into it for us. Another question that came up about semen is If a second dose is being shipped for a re-breed is it a separate sale or recognizing it is part of original contract?  I will continue to look for answers to these questions.

Please take note, as the tariffs come into effect, I expect that border services across both nations may run into varied/conflicting information as this is equally new to them.  There may be incidences of incongruencies from coast to coast.  We hope these incidences are minimal as border service staff come up to speed on training.  

The open consultation is currently available for comment to the government.  Here is the info, from Canadian Federation of Agriculture newsfeed; the deadline is April 2, 2025 or as soon as possible ** please note that in some of the articles below it is mentioned March 25 as the deadline but it is now April 2:
Consultations on Canada’s Response to United States Tariffs on Canadian Goods: Comment Submission Form

The government welcomes views on the proposed tariff measures, including the scope of the measures as outlined in Table 1. Submissions will be accepted until April 2, 2025.

Input on tariff measures should be provided by completing this form.

If you wish to provide additional information not included in the form, as well as any additional views or comments you would like to provide on Canada’s tariff response, please e-mail consultations@fin.gc.ca, and include “U.S. Tariff Consultations” in the subject line.

How to participate Complete As soon as possible All submissions must be submitted by April 2, 2025

From CTHS March 18/25, re Consultations:

Canadian Tariff Countermeasures Update and Suggested Points to Include:

The public comment period for the proposed countermeasures, with feedback from business, stakeholders, and Canadians regarding their impacts has been extended to April 2nd.

Once again, we strongly encourage all industry stakeholders to submit their input through this comment submission form and request an exemption to the Canadian tariffs for purebred breeding and racing horses at https://forms-formulaires.alpha.canada.ca/en/id/cm7upmkx9008rx268zhy9l6pj.

Please make sure you make a note of the following HS Tariff Items in your exemption request:

HS Tariff Item 0101.21.00 Pure-bred breeding animals

HS Tariff Item 0101.29.00.20 – Other For Racing

A few key points we would ask you to include in your submissions:

  1. The movement of horses across borders is essential for Thoroughbred, Standardbred and Quarter Horse breeding, racing, and sales, and any additional trade barriers would have severe economic consequences. Such tariffs could discourage international investment, limit market opportunities, and place an undue burden on Canadian Thoroughbred, Standardbred and Quarter horse breeders, trainers, and owners who rely on the ability to import and export horses efficiently.
  2. In order to avoid further negative impacts to important Canadian industries that support rural Canadians and that are already suffering negative impacts from the new U.S. tariffs, we strongly believe that purebred Thoroughbred, Standardbred and Quarter Horses used for breeding and racing purposes should be exempted from the implementation of the proposed countermeasures in response to the new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods.

We will continue to provide updates as more concrete details become available. In the meantime, we appreciate your patience and encourage members to reach out if you have relevant information, insights, or experiences related to this issue.

For further inquiries or to share your feedback, please contact the CTHS National Office: P: (416) 675-1370
E:  info@cthsnational.com

From NTRA – National Thoroughbred Racing Association https://www.ntra.com/ntra-advisory-and-faqs-on-tariffs/

 

From Standardbred Canada (SC): https://standardbredcanada.ca/notices/3-12-25/notice-members-regarding-impending-tariffs.html

From Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS):

MEMBERS NOTICE REGARDING HORSES AND IMPENDING TARIFFS

On March 4, 2025, the U.S. enacted a 25% blanket tariff on all Canadian goods entering the country. While the measure has been tabled until April 2, if implemented, it will apply to purebred breeding and racing animals, including live horses, each time they cross the border.

To help members understand the impact of these tariffs on the Canadian Thoroughbred industry, the CTHS has received documentation from the Ministry of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and our border broker network. While the situation remains fluid and details are still emerging, we will continue to provide updates as new information becomes available.

EXPORTING TO THE U.S.

Mares for Breeding

  •   If the mare was born (“originated”) in the U.S., the tariff does not apply.
  •   If the mare was born (“originated”) in another country, the tariff applies and must be paid upon entry into the U.S.
  •   A Temporary Entry permit is available for 30 days from the date of crossing. This requires cash to secure a bond equal to the tariff value, and the owner must provide proof of the mare’s value. If the mare returns to Canada within 30 days, the owner can request a refund of the bond from the U.S. government. However, proof of re-entry — such as a border services date stamp — will be required.
  •   If the mare is accompanied by a foal born in Canada, the foal will also be subject to the 25% tariff or require a separate Temporary Entry permit if returning to Canada within the 30 day period.

Horses for Sale and Racing

  •   If the horse is intended to be sold in the U.S. at auction or by private sale and was born in the U.S. (“originated”) the tariff would not apply.
  •   If the horse was born (“originated”) in Canada, the tariff applies and must be paid upon entry into the U.S.
  •   A Temporary Entry permit is available for 30 days from the date of crossing. This requires cash to secure a bond equal to the tariff value, along with proof of the horse’s value.
  •   If the horse is not sold and returns to Canada within 30 days, the owner can request a refund of the bond from the U.S. government. However, proof of re-entry — such as a border services date stamp — will be required.

IMPORTING INTO CANADA

In response to the U.S. tariffs, Canada has announced retaliatory tariffs affecting approximately $30-billion worth of goods imported into Canada. While the initial round of tariffs did not apply to purebred breeding and racing animals, including live horses, it is likely that future rounds may include such tariffs, mirroring those imposed by the U.S.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has indicated that purebred breeding animals (including live horses) could be included in a second round of tariffs. A complete list of potentially affected goods is available here.

Currently, a 21-day public comment period is underway for these proposed countermeasures, with feedback accepted until March 25, 2025. We strongly encourage all industry stakeholders to submit their input through this form and request an exemption to the Canadian tariffs for purebred breeding and racing animals.

Ongoing Updates & Industry Support

At this time, we do not have definitive confirmation of the full implications of these tariffs for the Thoroughbred industry. The CTHS will remain in close contact with industry stakeholders and government representatives to obtain the most accurate and up-to-date information.

 

From American Horse Council (AHC):  EC and CTHS staff met with Julie Broadway, President of American Horse Council, and staff Govt Affairs Lead (Brigid) and Health, Welfare & Regulatory Affairs Lead (Emily), on Monday, March 18,2025.  It was a joint meeting to learn what questions are currently asked from our stakeholders, and to share resources about the tariffs.  We agreed collaboration is best for the North American equine industry.  AHC works closely with US Government leaders and is based in Washington, DC, and will be very active politically in lobbying to protect the equine industry’s interests and economies. AHC indicated they will provide support to our industry by participating in the open forum by our Canadian Government, noted above.

Article from Bloodhorse.com

https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/283211/canadian-breeders-shaken-by-tariff-threats

Tariffs: The Horse Industry’s Journey into the Great Unknown

March 24, 2025

Tariffs: The Horse Industry’s Journey into the Great Unknown

March 24, 2025

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Canadian Bred Sumac Gunnbeflashy wins the 2024 AQHA Superhorse Title

The 2024 AQHA Superhorse is Sumac Gunnabeflashy, owned by AQHA Professional Horsewoman Leslie Lange of Greeley, Colorado. Photo credit: Shane Rux Photography.
The 2024 AQHA Superhorse is Sumac Gunnabeflashy, owned by AQHA Professional Horsewoman Leslie Lange of Greeley, Colorado. Photo credit: Shane Rux Photography.

November 22, 2024| AQHA.com

 

During the past few weeks, the top American Quarter Horses and their exhibitors competed at the 2024 Nutrena AQHA World Championship Show; AQHA Select World Championship Show, presented by Adequan® (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan); Adequan® Level 2 Championships; and AQHA Level 1 Champion of Champions classes. The show ended November 20 at the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City.

The 2024 AQHA Superhorse Award is the top honor at the Nutrena AQHA World, and it’s awarded to the horse that earns the most points in three or more Level 3 events in three or more categories during the show.

The 2024 AQHA Superhorse is Sumac Gunnabeflashy, owned by AQHA Professional Horsewoman Leslie Lange of Greeley, Colorado.

The 2017 chestnut gelding, by Gunnatrashya and out of Chics Graceful Whiz by Whiz N Tag Chex, was bred by Donald Sobey from Trenton, Nova Scotia. Sumac Gunnabeflashy earned 43 points in the Superhorse competition and was shown by Lange and AQHA Professional Horseman Bud Lyon. Sumac Gunnabeflashy earned the world champion title in senior ranch trail and open working western rail, placed sixth in senior reining and were finalists in aged geldings and ranch riding.

The 2024 Superhorse received a neck ribbon, rose bouquet, $2,000 equibrand gift certificate, Blue Ribbon Tack custom work saddle, $15,000 and a Lisa Perry Bronze.

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2024 Equestrian Canada Annual General Meeting: Call for Questions

Ottawa, ON, Aug. 23 2024 – The 2024 Equestrian Canada (EC) Annual General Meeting (AGM) has been set for Sept. 17, 2024, at 7 p.m. ET and will be held via Zoom Meeting with the EC Board of Directors and the 27 EC Voting Members in attendance.

As per EC’s By-laws, the AGM follows a very specific agenda. Therefore, while the community is encouraged to tune in to the AGM via EC Facebook Livestream for viewing privileges, questions will not be fielded in real time during the AGM. However, EC encourages the Canadian equestrian community to get involved by submitting any governance-related questions in writing to the Category A, B and C Voting Members prior to the AGM via e-mail.

The following supporting documents are available to download:

Questions will be accepted by the Voting Members until Sept. 10, 2024, and can be sent to the appropriate category as follows:

Category A – Equestrian Sport Disciplines
CategoryA@equestrian.ca

  • Category A Voting Members consists of nine representatives from the seven Equestrian Sports Committees. The nine representatives act as a conduit for the exchange of information on matters of governance, including strategic direction and updates.

Category B – Provincial & Territorial Sport Organizations (PTSOs)
CategoryB@equestrian.ca

  • Category B Voting Members consist of nine representatives who are PTSO Presidents or Designates, elected by their provincial membership and represent the interests of the PTSO membership at the EC governance level.

Category C – National Equine Affiliate Organizations
CategoryC@equestrian.ca

  • Category C Voting Members consist of national or regional organizations that represent a particular area of equine interest not already represented within Category A or B. The nine Category C Members are responsible for representing the interests of the breed sport and equine industry community.

Questions submitted to the EC Category A, B and C Members will be brought forward to the EC Board and answered prior to the AGM.

For more information on the EC AGM, visit https://equestrian.ca/governance/.

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Assemblée générale annuelle 2024 de Canada Équestre : CE accueille les questions de la communauté

Ottawa (Ontario), le 23 août 2024 – L’assemblée générale annuelle des membres (AGA) 2022 de Canada Équestre (CE) aura lieu par conférence Zoom le 17 septembre 2024 à 19 h HE entre les membres du conseil d’administration de CE et les 27 membres votants de CE présent(e)s.

Conformément aux règlements administratifs de CE, l’AGA sera tenue selon un ordre du jour très précis. Par conséquent, bien que les membres de la collectivité soient invités à assister à l’AGA en direct sur la page Facebook de CE, aucune question ne pourra être posée en temps réel. Cependant, CE invite la communauté équestre canadienne à participer en transmettant par courriel toute question relative à la gouvernance aux membres votants des catégories A, B et C avant l’AGA.

Les documents pertinents suivants sont disponibles pour téléchargement :

Les membres votants acceptent les questions jusqu’au 10 septembre 2024. Ces dernières peuvent être transmises à la catégorie appropriée de la façon suivante :

Catégorie A – Disciplines équestres
CategoryA@equestrian.ca

  • La catégorie A de membres votants est composée de neuf représentant(e)s des sept comités des disciplines équestres. Les représentant(e)s servent d’intermédiaire pour l’échange d’informations sur les questions de gouvernance, y compris l’orientation stratégique et les mises à jour.

Catégorie B – Organismes provinciaux et territoriaux de sport (OPTS)
CategoryB@equestrian.ca

  • La catégorie B de membres votants est composée de neuf représentant(e)s qui sont des président(e)s ou des représentant(e)s d’OPTS. Ils et elles sont élu(e)s par leurs membres provinciaux et représentent les intérêts des membres des OPTS au sein de la gouvernance de CE.


Catégorie C – Organismes équestres nationaux
CategoryC@equestrian.ca

  • La catégorie C de membres votants est composée d’organisations nationales ou régionales représentant un domaine particulier d’intérêt équestre qui n’est pas déjà représenté dans la catégorie A ou B. Les neuf membres sont chargé(e)s de représenter les intérêts des sports de race et de la communauté du secteur équin.

Les questions soumises aux membres des catégories A, B et C seront portées à l’attention du conseil d’administration de CE qui répondra à ces questions avant l’AGA.

Pour en savoir plus sur l’AGA de CE, veuillez visiter le lien suivant : https://equestrian.ca/fr/governance/.


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Strategic Planning Session 2024

Imagining the Future of the Quarter Horse in Canada

The Canadian Quarter Horse Association (CQHA) was re-established in 2001 to address the specific needs and concerns of Canadian Quarter Horse owners in Canada. In the two decades since that time, a lot has happened! If we look to just the past five years many major events have begun to shape our horse industry and the world in ways previously unimagined!

 

The emerging of new equine sports such as the versatility ranch, has provided a new avenue to appreciate the value of traditional ranch horse work so that the skills required can be showcased, shared, and learned. The adoption of new technology such as micro-chips, which became mandatory for all competing American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) racehorses as of January first of this year, is providing us with new data and improving our traceability efforts through bettering our ability to identify horses and increase biosecurity. Most daunting perhaps in recent years was the huge socio-economic disturbance that the pandemic created.  By shutting down the majority of equine activity in Canada it not only limited our ability to share our horse interests in the typical communal fashion but also stunted our ability to showcase our horses in their respective disciplines for a prolonged period of time. All these activities have and will continue to impact and change the way Quarter Horses are enjoyed and perceived in this country.

The directors and committee members of the CQHA are dedicated to developing programs that support the growth and sustainability of the Quarter Horse breed in Canada. As a community of Canadians who enjoy the versatility of the breed and its disposition, we hope to develop opportunities to encourage new people to discover their love for Quarter Horses, create programs that support our breeders and owners; and partner with organizations that host both competitive and non-competitive events where Quarter Horse owners and enthusiasts can share their passion for the horse, pursue equestrian based education, and engage in activities that will contribute to the overall betterment of their horsemanship skills. All of this culminating in culture that supports the welfare of the horses we love and admire.

Imagining the future of the Quarter Horse in Canada cannot happen within a vacuum! Members of the Canadian Quarter Horse community are invited to participate in a nation-wide survey which will allow CQHA and its advisors help map out the future of the association.

If you are unable to join us in person you are invited to participate remotely by joining us on zoom:

Canadian Quarter Horse Assoc is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: CQHA Calgary Strategic Planning Meeting
Time: Jul 11, 2024 10:00 AM Edmonton

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