Horse Trials - For the first time in several years, Norma and Kevin Will of Carrol, Manitoba hosted a Horse Trials competition, which ran August 6 to 8, 2022. Organized by Dianna Fraser, the back-to-back competition had beginners to training riders competing in dressage, stadium, and cross-country both days. The cross-country courses were set up by Sydney Fraser, Emma Tarves judged the dressage, and Eric and Danae Martin took care of stadium jumping. As well as great competition both days, everyone enjoyed a fall supper on Saturday night at the awards presentation. It was fun to be part of the weekend, and thanks from all the participants to the hosts and the crew. Eventing is alive and well in Manitoba, with a subsequent event held August 20 to 21 at the MHC Equestrian Facility in Birds Hill Park.

There are hundreds of horses and ponies working in CanTRA therapeutic riding programs across Canada. Some of these horses and ponies give many years of steady service to riders with special needs, constantly showing qualities of patience, steadiness, warmth, and affection. Without these wonderful and valued equine friends, therapeutic riding would not be able to happen in any way or form.

Our heartfelt condolences are extended to the family and friends of Michael Gallagher of Codys, New Brunswick, who passed away at the age of 68 on September 1, 2022, following a lengthy illness.