Alcohol And Gaming Commission Of Ontario

Harness racing at Rideau Carleton Raceway

Race Dates Approved For Rideau's 2025 Season

December 17, 2024

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced on Tuesday, Dec. 17 the approved 2025 race dates for Rideau Carleton Raceway, completing the racing schedule for Ontario next year.

Harness racing in Ontario, at Woodbine Mohawk Park

Approved 2025 Ontario Race Dates Announced

December 16, 2024

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has released the approved 2025 race dates for the majority of Ontario's racetracks.

Harness racing at Rideau Carleton Raceway

Race Date Change Approved For Rideau Carleton

September 16, 2024

The Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has approved an amendment to the 2024 race date schedule for Rideau Carleton Raceway.

AGCO Statement On Moreau

On Wednesday, July 24, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) issued a statement regarding the suspension of Standardbred trainer Richard Moreau.

Front of Rideau Carleton Raceway

Post Time Change Approved For Rideau

The Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has approved the application made by HR Ottawa, LP to amend the post time for the card of harness racing at Rideau Carleton Raceway...

AGCO To Expand Claiming Rules, More Updates

To provide additional protection for racehorses and the racing industry during claiming races, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is expanding the invalidation of claims rules.

AGCO Updates Temporary COVID-19 Rules

January 31, 2024

To provide clarity to the industry, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has announced several updates to the temporary COVID-19 rule amendments in the Standardbred and Thoroughbred Rul...

Reminder: New Medication Restrictions In Effect

January 02, 2024

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued a reminder to horse racing participants that new rules restricting certain medications for horses participating in qualifiers or workouts...

Harness racing at The Raceway at Western Fair District

More 2024 Ontario Race Dates Announced

December 29, 2023

On Friday, Dec. 29, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) released the approved 2024 race date schedule for more Ontario racetracks.

Harness racing at Dresden Raceway

Dresden's 2024 Race Dates Approved

December 27, 2023

On Wednesday, Dec. 27, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) released the approved 2024 race date schedule for Dresden Raceway.

Canadian harness racing

Race Dates Announced For 10 Ontario Tracks

December 20, 2023

On Wednesday, Dec. 20, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) released the approved 2024 race date schedules for some of Ontario's racetracks.

AGCO Rules On Beaton Suspension

December 11, 2023

In order to protect the integrity of horse racing in Ontario and prioritize the wellbeing and safety of horses, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has suspended the licence of Standar...

Changes To Medication Restrictions For Qualifiers Effective Jan. 1

December 05, 2023

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced on Tuesday, Dec. 5 that new rules restricting certain medications for horses participating in qualifiers or workouts will take effect on J...