OHRIA Encourages Draft Feedback June 28, 2013 Ontario Horse Racing Industry Association President Sue Leslie has issued a letter to the industry, encouraging feedback on the Horse Racing Industry Panel's plan for horse racing in Ontario.
Plan For Ontario Racing Released June 28, 2013 On Friday, June 28 the Horse Racing Industry Transition Panel released "Toward a Sustainable Future – A Draft Plan for Horse Racing in Ontario", as mandated by Ontario's Premier Kathleen Wynne.
Michigan Fights For Survival June 26, 2013 “We’re at the point now where we need to get the support of the Legislature...We literally have one foot in the grave, but I feel so optimistic because the Legislature understands our industry better ...
Update On Transition Panel Report June 25, 2013 This past Friday, the Horse Racing Industry Transition Panel met with select industry representatives and Ontario government officials for a preview of the Plan for Horse Racing in Ontario.
MacMillan Accuses Melnyk Of Bullying June 24, 2013 Ottawa-area horseman John MacMillan has issued comments in regard to Eugene Melnyk's push to have casino expansion lured away from the Rideau Carleton Raceway.
Cuomo, NYS Racinos Find Middle Ground June 21, 2013 It has been reported that racinos in New York State have collectively said that they will now support an altered gaming expansion proposal from Governor Andrew Cuomo.
Vaughan Announces Casino Conditions June 20, 2013 The City of Vaughan has announced the conditions which must be met in order for a casino to be built within its borders.
Flynn Clarifies Resort Casino Earnings June 20, 2013 Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. Senior Vice President of Gaming Larry Flynn has penned an open letter stating that the resort casinos in the province are earning money, not losing it.
Melnyk Meets With Mayor Watson June 19, 2013 Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson met with Eugene Melnyk on Tuesday, June 18. Melnyk, one of the highest-profile thoroughbred owners in Canada, is upset over Mayor Watson's motion that would make Rideau Carleto...
Gov. Cuomo’s Adversarial Racino Stance June 18, 2013 It has been reported that New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is going on the offensive against racinos in the state in response to lobbying efforts that were put forth in opposition of his plan for legali...
Report: RCR Partners With Architect June 18, 2013 It has been reported that the owners of Rideau Carleton Raceway have teamed up with a well known area architect in preparation for casino gaming expansion at the track.
HIP Program Extended; Consultations To Begin June 14, 2013 On Friday, June 14, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food announced that the Ontario Government is extending its support of the Horse Improvement Program into 2015 to encourage the breeding of ...