Tag Archives: racing
A black eye for Ontario Racing
Source: Slam Sports
The Ontario harness racing world was turned upside down on Friday when it was announced that three of the country’s top drivers were fined and suspended for reportedly conspiring to fix races.
Drivers Brad Forward, Gene Piroski and Kevin Wallis are accused of affecting the outcome of horse races at the Windsor Raceway.
Forward, who [...]
Racetrack workers and WSIB – your questions answered.
If you work with horses at an Ontario racetrack, you can apply for workplace insurance for yourself and the people who work for you. You don’t have to under the law but, in fact, the track may require you to get this coverage so you can give them a clearance certificate. If you do choose [...]
Posted in Racing Industry, employment law
Also tagged employment law, Freelance and Contract Workers, safety
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Performance Horse Handler Certificate – NEW for 2010!!
New Performance Horse Handler Certification will be available in 2010 thanks to new partnership between REACH Huron and University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus.
Posted in Education, Racing Industry, Uncategorized, grooming
Also tagged Education, grooming
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What It Takes To Be A Jockey
What It Takes To Be A Jockey
By Frank Lovato Jr.
(article appeared in Horses Magazine, issue Aug. 2008)
For many youngsters who feel the need for speed via horseback, the idea of becoming a thoroughbred jockey seems the perfect solution. I get so many kids each year that come to me looking for some sort of advice [...]
