Officiating Working Group Summary October 10, 2017 The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is pleased to release its Summary Report of the work performed by the Officiating Working Group over the last four months.
AGCO On Twitter, Race Report Project April 13, 2017 The live tweeting of Race Officials’ calls began Monday, April 10, as part of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO)'s 'Moving Ahead: Horse Racing Regulation in Ontario' project.
Which Type Of ‘Tweeter’ Are You? April 02, 2017 Whether you like it or not, social media is here to stay. The horse racing world knows all about Twitter and Facebook, as those in the industry tend to make their presence known on the mediums. Now, o...
Strict Social Media Policy Announced March 26, 2017 A harness racing organization recently unveiled a social media policy for its members, with the stipulation that the organization reserves the right to require the immediate removal or modification of...
Human Alcohol & Drug Program Changes March 24, 2017 After consulting the horse racing participants and researching best practices in other jurisdictions, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is pleased to advise that revisions have been ...
AGCO Releases Rule Change Directives March 21, 2017 As part of Moving Ahead: Horse Racing Regulation in Ontario project, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is releasing the following Directives as part of an initial series of rule chan...
AGCO Unveils Rule Changes March 16, 2017 As part of ‘Moving Ahead: Horse Racing Regulation in Ontario’ project, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is pleased to announce an initial series of rule changes and policy reforms s...
Fine After Social Media Food Complaint May 21, 2015 Have you ever been less then impressed with food that you purchased while at the races? If so, make sure you don’t do anything rash, as a mention of it on social media could lead to a fine.
Jockey Suspended For Twitter Use March 02, 2015 It has been reported that a jockey has been banned from riding for one month due to using Twitter during a race meet.
All You Need To Know About The Jug September 03, 2014 Getting the latest news regarding the Little Brown Jug is now easier by following the Little Brown Jug on Twitter.
Racing ‘Tweet’ Delays Star’s Plea Deal August 05, 2014 It has been reported that a plea deal for a Hollywood celebrity was delayed last week due to a ‘disturbing’ tweet from a horse racing organization.
More Ways To Follow The OSS July 10, 2014 As the Ontario Sires Stakes celebrates its 40th anniversary, the organization has announced that it is continuing to develop additional means for fans and participants to follow the achievements of th...
Buffalo Announces Twitter Contest December 29, 2013 Starting today (Sunday, December 29) and each day after leading to the 2014 opener at Buffalo Raceway on January 8, 2014, Twitter followers of Buffalo Raceway (@BuffaloRaceway) have the opportunity to...
