British Columbia Racing

Positive Strides In British Columbia

After a rough winter with questions about the track and race dates, signs point to optimism for Western Canada's horsemen after recent developments concerning Fraser Downs and racing in British Columb...

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Fraser: Purse Increase, Dates Added

Officials with Harness Racing BC have announced that additional race dates will take place this fall at Fraser Downs, and that purses will be increased by 10 per cent.

BC Horse Population Incentive Program

Officials with Harness Racing BC have released the details of its 2017 Horse Population Incentive Program.

Fraser Track Conditions Discussed

February 22, 2017

Officials from Harness Racing BC and the Great Canadian Gaming Corporation have commented on the current state of the track at Fraser Downs, which has been hampered by numerous freeze/thaw cycles this...

Desert Park Applies For Race Dates

For the first time ever, harness racing could be the main event featured at Desert Park this summer in Osoyoos, B.C.

Elements Casino Opens Thursday

December 16, 2015

The letters 'e' in Elements Casino could very well stand for enthusiasm, eagerness and excitement judging by the expression on the face of General Manager Michael Kim.

Fraser’s ‘Elements Casino’ Opening Date

November 03, 2015

The Great Canadian Gaming Corporation has announced the date that Elements Casino, which will replace the existing Fraser Downs Racetrack and Casino, will open for business.

Bold Vision For B.C. And Beyond

"We need to make more use of the horse, we need to do it in such a way that we encourage the betting along with it and the support and go back to how much the community actually benefits from horse ra...

Great Canadian Exercises Option

September 05, 2014

Racetrack operator Great Canadian Gaming has announced that it has exercised its renewal option with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation to extend the term of the Casino Operational Services Agre...

Harness Racing A Hit In Osoyoos

August 18, 2014

The first ever racing card featuring quarter-horse, thoroughbred and harness racing at Desert Park in Osoyoos, B.C. drew thousands of people to the interior B.C. oval.

A Racing First For Canada?

August 11, 2014

With less race dates in 2014, the horse racing industry in British Columbia has decided to look outside the box by looking to the inside, or more specifically, the interior.

BC Racing Options Discussed

February 19, 2014

Harness Racing B.C. Executive Director Jackson Wittup has said that with a five-year deal for horse racing in the province, the industry will have the chance to explore other options in regard to summ...