Standardbred Canada is pleased to announce that we have increased the insurance benefits for drivers, trainers, grooms and officials if they become disabled because of horse-related accidents

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Effective January 1, 2011, the weekly accident indemnity benefit is payable as follows:

- Active Drivers - $275 (from $260 current)

- Active Trainers - $255 (from $240 current)

- Grooms & Officials - $210 (from $200 current)

The weekly benefit is payable from the 14th day of accidental injury for up to 104 weeks in any rolling 4-year period.

The plan also includes accidental death & dismemberment coverage up to $30,000 and accidental medical & dental expense maximum of $3,000 per calendar year.

For more information about this program and other insurance protection plans, please call Lynda Kitts at (905)-858-3060