It has been reported that a $1.2-million philanthropic donation has spurred a $2.8-million expansion of a horse health centre at the University of Saskatchewan.

According to an article on canada.com, the expanded facility will be called the Ryan/Dube Equine Performance Centre in recognition of longtime supporters Heather Ryan and husband L. David Dube, who recently contributed $1.2 million toward the expansion.

The $1.2-million donation led to a $1.6-million combined donation by the provincial government, Marg and Ron Southern of Calgary and the Western College of Veterinary Medicine. Construction will begin in February

The project will add nearly 10,600 square feet to the centre and will improve the WCVM's equine education, clinical and research programs.

(With files from canada.com)