Equestrian Canada (EC) is pleased to inform the Canadian equestrian community that Horse Day 2017 is taking place June 3, 2017. This year will mark the ninth anniversary of Horse Day, which was created to raise public awareness and promote the beloved horse. Across the country, events and celebrations will take place on June 3 to allow Canadians of all ages and experience levels to honour, discover and explore the equestrian world. 

The horse community extends deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the late Diana Louise Dillingham, who passed away unexpectedly on April 23 at the age of 62.

A passionate horsewoman, Dillingham was a fixture on the Canadian equestrian scene. From her early start as a competitor in jumping and eventing, through her transition to a highly respected and sought-after dressage steward, she proved a dedicated advocate for all aspects of the sport.

A 50-year-old woman from Yarker, ON. has been sentenced to a lifetime ban on owning animals after being convicted of nine counts of animal cruelty under the Ontario SPCA Act as a result of an investigation into the treatment of three horses in her care.

Canadian Olympian, Selena O’Hanlon of Kingston, ON finished as the top-placed Canadian at the renowned Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, held April 26-29, 2017 in Lexington, KY.