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The Future of Quarter Horse Activity in Canada

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May 22, 2026

Strong Locally, United Nationally - Beginning January 1, 2027, the structure supporting Quarter Horse activity in Canada will evolve. With the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) recognizing Canadian provincial affiliates directly within its regional framework, the Canadian Quarter Horse community is entering a new chapter, one that places increased emphasis on local leadership, supported by a strong and collaborative national voice.

CanTRA News for Summer 2026 - Congratulations to Margaret Tibbo!

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May 22, 2026

By Ann Caine

Congratulations to Margaret Tibbo!

On January 27, 2026, Margaret “Muggs” Tibbo, CanTRA’s Vice President, was honoured with The Order of Newfoundland and Labrador! She has devoted more than four decades advancing inclusion in sport for persons with disabilities in Newfoundland and Labrador. Her vision and leadership have transformed the province’s sporting community, ensuring that individuals of all abilities have opportunities to participate and compete.

Kamloops 2026 55+ BC Games to Feature Equestrian Competition and Officials Clinics

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May 21, 2026

The Kamloops 2026 55+ BC Games will feature dressage, ranch horse, driving, and mountain trail competitions, plus HCBC officials clinics and a new online learning platform.

In Memoriam: Thomas Franklin “Tom” Gayford (1928–2026)

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April 29, 2026

Canadian equestrian sport has lost one of its defining figures with the passing of Thomas Franklin “Tom” Gayford on April 26, 2026, at the age of 97. An Olympic gold medalist, master horseman, and influential builder of the sport, Gayford’s legacy spans generations and reaches far beyond his own remarkable competitive achievements.

Understanding Potomac Horse Fever

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April 14, 2026

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What Every Horse Owner Should Know - As summer arrives, veterinarians and horse owners across Canada grow increasingly concerned about Potomac Horse Fever (PHF). Once rare, the disease is appearing more often in regions north of the United States. Potomac is now considered endemic in Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Manitoba, Alberta, and British Columbia.

Tight Nosebands Compromise Equine Welfare and Affect Movement

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April 10, 2026

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A recent study confirms that tightening a horse’s noseband may do more than change appearance or control the mouth — it may also affect the horse’s movement.

Ontario Equine Expo Grows in Second Year

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March 31, 2026

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With only nine weeks to prepare, Miranda and Ryan Kent, owners of RMK Trailer Sales, recognized a need for an equine educational exposition and decided to make it happen. Although they had no experience running an event of this kind, they brought together horse-related vendors, clinicians, and associations, sold tickets, and opened the doors to the first Ontario Equine Expo at the Markham Fairgrounds in March 2025. By focusing on educational clinics that appealed to a wide range of equestrian enthusiasts, they created a learning environment for guests while discovering what worked and what did not.