2017 Ontario Race Date Applications October 21, 2016 As part of Ontario Racing’s commitment to transparency and industry self-determination, the 2017 Racetrack Race Date applications are available on the OR website.
Racing Discussed In Legislature October 18, 2016 On Tuesday, October 18, Ontario Minister of Finance Charles Sousa reiterated the Ontario Liberal Government’s support for the provincial horse racing industry during question period in the Ontario Leg...
Oxilofrine Punishments Overturned October 07, 2016 In June 2015, following four races at three different tracks, the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency’s (CPMA) test laboratory issued four Certificates of Positive Analysis for the Class 2 drug Oxilofrine.
Stakeholder Roundtables Announced September 27, 2016 On Tuesday, September 27, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario announced that it will be hosting a series of targeted, in-person stakeholder roundtables this fall. The roundtables will to furt...
Submission Due Date Nears August 17, 2016 Officials with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario would like to thank everyone that has already responded to its consultation paper, ‘Moving Ahead: Horse Racing Regulation in Ontario.’ Just ...
Plans For Simulcasting In St. Thomas August 09, 2016 A new off-track wagering location has been proposed to be introduced to St. Thomas, Ont., officials have confirmed.
The AGCO Wants To Hear From You July 26, 2016 The Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario has announced that it wants to hear from members of the province’s horse racing industry.
Rideau Adds Race Date July 08, 2016 The Registrar of Alcohol, Gaming and Racing has approved the application made by Rideau Carleton Raceway Holdings Ltd. to amend the 2016 race-date schedule for Rideau Carleton Raceway.
Race Patrol, Photo Finish Standards July 07, 2016 Following consultation with industry representatives, the Ontario Racing Commission (ORC) released General Directive No. 1-2016 – Implementation of Minimum “Race Patrol” and “Photo Finish” Standards.
Heat Alert: Extra Vigilance Urged July 04, 2016 The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) reminds horsepeople, racing officials, track management and the Official Veterinarian to share information and be on the alert for any hot weather e...
AGCO Announces Consultation June 30, 2016 The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is launching a consultation regarding the future of horse racing regulation in Ontario.
Information On Requesting A Stay June 25, 2016 On April 1, 2016, legislation came into effect changing the way appeals of horse racing decisions are adjudicated in Ontario. Most importantly, a new adjudicative body -- the Horse Racing Appeal Panel...
