The Ontario Standardbred Adoption Society (OSAS) will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026. Over three decades, OSAS has fostered second careers and found forever homes for hundreds of pacers and trotters.

A main component of OSAS’s mandate is to showcase the versatility of the Standardbred horse, a goal which has been reached with so many graduates enjoying second careers as riding horses. Some disciplines include trail or distance riding, dressage, pleasure, etc. One of OSAS's graduates, Masseno, is currently a member of the Canadian Cowgirls Precision Drill team.

To celebrate this milestone, OSAS has launched its "30 Years, 30 Stories" campaign, which will feature horses and people who have contributed to OSAS’s success and will be released throughout the year. These can be read and viewed on the OSAS website at osas.ca and Facebook page.

OSAS has also commissioned a limited series of t-shirts featuring the incredibly talented Beau Jangles, one of the best Ontario-bred pacers of all time. These will be available for sale throughout the year at various racetracks and online.

OSAS would like to thank everyone who has supported the organization and its horses and volunteers. OSAS stated that it looks forward to finding forever homes for our wonderful breed for many years to come. Donations at osas.ca are always appreciated.

(With files from OSAS)