Trainer’s Charts & Resource Manual for 2011

The HBPA recently released the most recent edition of our Trainer’s Chart & Resource Manual.  Copies are available for pick up from our track office but should you wish an additional copy of would like to print off only segments of the manual please click here
 

Ontario Racing Commission

Originally established in 1950 under the Racing Commission Act, the Ontario Racing Commission is a Crown agency of the Ontario Government responsible for regulating the horse racing industry in Ontario.  The Commission reports to the Ministry of Finance and assists the ministry in fulfilling its responsibilities in ensuring public confidence and social controls in the gaming sector.  The ORC maintains the integrity of the horse racing industry through regulation and standards setting. 

In response to changes in the industry, the Government of Ontario passed new legislation in 2000, called the Racing Commission Act, 2000. The Act converted the Ontario Racing Commission to a self-financing regulatory agency with a Governing Board.

Ontario Racing Commission – Rules of Thoroughbred Racing 2009

The Rules of Racing are printed on an annual or bi-annual basis.  The most current edition was produced effective March 25, 2009.   Changes to the rules are enacted through a Directive issued by the Board of the Ontario Racing Commission (ORC).    Licensees are reminded to check the ORC website or ORC Head office periodically for any new Directives.   To access a pdf copy of the Rules of Thoroughbred Racing click here.

Licensing with the Ontario Racing Commission

Any individual or business actively involved in horse racing must be licensed by the Ontario Racing Commission. This includes owners of race horses, trainers, drivers and jockeys, grooms, anyone requiring access to the backstretch or paddock of the racetrack, pari-mutuel clerks and management staff of the racetrack. The business that operates the racetrack must also be licensed and must apply to license any off-track sites, otherwise known as teletheatres.

Are you interested in obtaining a Thoroughbred license the first step is to complete the ORC’s application. 

•  To download the Thoroughbred License application please click here. 
•  To download the Authorized Agent application click here.

Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency

The Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency (CPMA) is a Special Operating Agency within Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada that regulates and supervises pari-mutuel betting on horse racing at racetracks across Canada, thereby ensuring that pari-mutuel betting is conducted in a way that is fair to the public.

The Agency is funded through the collection of a levy of 0.8% on each bet placed in Canada.Equine Drug Control Program

Equine Drug Control Program

There are many drugs and medications that, if administered to a horse, could affect the outcome of a race. The CPMA provides an Equine Drug Control Program that is designed to deter the uncontrolled use of drugs or medication in race horses participating in pari-mutuel races.

Urine or blood samples are collected from horses before or after a race and are analyzed at a laboratory contracted by the CPMA.

When a prohibited substance in a sample is detected the results are reported to the appropriate provincial regulatory body for enforcement action.

Schedules of Drugs

The Schedule of Drugs  compiles years of research carried out by the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, through the Drug Control Surveillance Program of the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency (CPMA) on equine drug administrations involving standardbred mares.   The CMPA recently released the 2011 Schedule of Drugs which is now available for pick up through our HBPA Offices or by calling the CPMA by using the phone number listed below.   As soon as a pdf file is available we will post it to this site.

The booklet provides information on elimination guidelines of some common veterinary drugs. It contains charts indicating the approximate length of time that some drugs can be detected in the blood and urine of horses. The approximate nature of the data presented is stressed. Drug absorption and elimination are influenced by many factors, including the horse (age, sex, etc.), its environment (diet, training, etc.) and the drug (dosage, drug mixture, etc.). The dosage of a drug may vary with different preparations and manufacturers. Therefore, it is recommended to read the label of the product before use. Taking all factors into consideration, individual horses may have longer or shorter periods of elimination. Trainers/owners should consult with their veterinarian for advice and guidance in the administration of drugs to their horse.

The guidelines in the booklet may not be consistent with foreign regulations and laboratory methods.

To request a copy of  2011 Schedule of Drugs, please contact: CPMA  1130 Morrison Drive Suite 100  Ottawa On  K2H 9N6,                     Telephone: 613-949-0735 / Fax: 613-949-0750  /Email: cpmawebacpm@agr.gc.ca

The Jockey Club of Canada

 The Jockey Club of Canada was incorporated on 23rd Day of October 1973 by the first Directors, Edward Plunket Taylor, Charles Baker and John J. Mooney. 

The mandate of the organization is:

1. Promote improvements in breeding, raising and racing of Thoroughbred horses thoroughout Canada.

2. To improve the quality of Thoroughbre racing in Canada for the benefit of the quality of Thoroughbred racing in Canada for the benefit of all  those interested in the sport, including the public. 

3. To promote and encourage outstanding races for Thoroughbred horses not only against Canadian competition but against horses bred and raised in other countries and generally to promote Canadian Thoroughbred racing in Canada and internationally.      

The Jockey Club of Canada organizes and hosts the Annual Sovereign Awards, honouring outstanding achievement in Thoroughbred racing and breeding.  Next to winning the Queen’s Plate, to win this Award is to win the most prestigious honour in Canadian Thoroughbred racing.  Please visit www.jockeyclubcanada.com to view the extensive list of award recipients. 

The Jockey Club of Canada is actively involved in promote Thoroughbred racing and is constantly looking for new investors.  If you are not already an Owner of a Thoroughbred race horse and are interesed in becoming one we suggest that you attend a New Owner Seminar hosted by the organization.  Please visit www.jockeyclubcanada.com for a list of upcoming dates.      In the meantime you can learn more about the industry by reading a A Guide to Thoroughbred Ownership in Canada.   Copies of the guide are handed out during seminars but is also available by contacting the Jockey Club of Canada by phone at 416-675-7756 or by email at  jockeyclub@bellnet.ca

Calling All Trainers – Are you looking for new owners?

The Jockey Club of Canada would like to include your contact information in our New Ownership Information Package for 2011.   Please complete the form by clicking here and fax it to the Jockey Club of Canada at 416-675-6378.