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The Equine Foundation of Canada Leaves a Lasting Legacy

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March 15, 2026

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The Equine Foundation of Canada (EFC), a small but influential charity dedicated to improving the welfare of horses nationwide, officially filed for dissolution effective December 31, 2025, bringing to a close more than four decades of volunteer-driven impact.

CanTRA News for Spring 2026 - Spotlight on New Brunswick

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March 6, 2026

The Fredericton Therapeutic Riding Association ran an eight-week summer program with Under One Sky Friendship Centre, introducing youth to horses. One family shared this story after completing the program.

Canadian Youth Represented in the AQHA Ranch Horse Foundation Young Horse Development Program

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March 6, 2026

The Canadian Quarter Horse Association is proud to recognize three Canadian youth participants in the 2026 AQHA Ranch Horse Foundation Young Horse Development Program, a highly competitive initiative designed to develop practical horsemanship skills while showcasing the value of ranch-bred Quarter Horses.

Horse Council BC News for Spring 2026

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March 5, 2026

Horse Council BC announces 2025 award winners and shares details on grants available to support BC equestrian clubs, trails, and education.

Unbeaten Beau Jangles Makes History

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March 5, 2026

Ontario-Bred Pacer Earns Horse of the Year honours in Canada and United States

In Memoriam: David Gwilym Reed (1937–2026)

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February 10, 2026

By Megan Reed and Laurie Harris, his daughters

The family of Dr. David Gwilym Reed of Vernon, British Columbia, is deeply saddened to announce his passing on February 2, 2026, at the age of 88.

Dave was born October 30, 1937, to Wilfred and Margaret Reed of Vancouver, youngest brother to Morfydd (Leschiutta) and Beryl (Underhill).

During his “tween” school years, Dave met his lifetime partner, Wendy Fox. They graduated from Magee High School in 1955 and were married in 1961.

Study Finds Early Life Exposure Protects Against Sweet Itch

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December 17, 2025

ITHACA, NY (December 16, 2025) — Horses exposed early in life to an allergen were less likely to react when exposed again later in life, according to a new study of Icelandic horses at Cornell that has implications for human allergies.