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Horse Council BC News for Summer 2023

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July 14, 2023

Horseplay Program - We want to encourage you to learn, practice good horsemanship, and play! We have launched our Horse Play Program that allows members to record their horse activity whether they are watching a clinic, cleaning a stall, or taking their horse on a trail. This is a FREE all-inclusive program for Horse Council BC (HCBC) members ages 13 and up, and enters members into draws to win monthly, quarterly, and yearly prizes. Prizes include gift cards from BC-based equestrian businesses!

Can-Am Equine Expands to British Columbia

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July 14, 2023

The Can-Am Equine All Breeds Expo regrettably announces the postponement of both shows in Ancaster, ON and Chilliwack, BC to spring of 2023.

Rich Fellers Pleads Guilty to Sexually Abusing Teen Student

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July 14, 2023

The once celebrated United States Show Jumping Olympian Rich Fellers was arrested June 7, 2021, after an indictment by a Grand Jury for four counts of second degree sexual abuse of 18-year-old Maggie Kehring. A former student of Fellers, Kehring was only 17 at the time the allegations of misconduct took place in her apartment.

Equestrian Canada Temporary Coach Status

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July 5, 2023

As of July 1, 2023, EC Coach Status is required for all Canadian residents coaching athletes at EC sanctioned competitions and activities as follows:

Provincial Foundations Officials Course

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July 5, 2023

Here Comes the Judge! Guelph, ON July 4, 2023 — It’s official! Five provincial equestrian associations have partnered with Equine Guelph to offer online training for those interested in becoming horse show judges in grassroots circuits. Entry level judges are a vital part of equestrian sport and now the opportunity to train to become a recognized provincial official will be offered on TheHorsePortal.ca through the new Provincial Foundations Officials Course.

Volunteering as a Leader or a Side-Walker for Therapeutic Riding

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June 19, 2023

There are dozens of Canadian Therapeutic Riding (CanTRA) programs across the country. Most are registered charities or not-for-profit organizations, and volunteers are very important in helping these programs to thrive and flourish. It is important to check that the program near you is a member of CanTRA, and therefore operating from an accredited facility with CanTRA certified instructors.

Horse Council BC News for Early Summer 2023

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June 19, 2023

The 2022 55+ BC Games hosted by Greater Victoria were a huge success with approximately 70 participants for equestrian divisions. It was four jam-packed days of fun and friendly competition, with amazing volunteers to help make it all happen.