Standardbred Canada (SC) is reminding photographers and Standardbred enthusiasts that submissions for its 2027 calendar close on Oct. 31, 2026.

SC welcomes photos taken in 2026 that capture Standardbred horses and the harness racing community, from racing action and behind-the-scenes moments to youth participation, second careers and unexpected moments caught on camera. Professional photography experience is not required.

To submit photos on behalf of yourself or another photographer, complete the 2027 Standardbred Canada Calendar Photo Submission Form and email the completed form and photos to Jade Regina by the deadline.

Photo requirements

• Landscape orientation
• High resolution (minimum 300 DPI)
• JPEG or TIFF format
• Full colour
• No watermarks or added text

Black-and-white photos will not be accepted. SC will review all submissions and notify selected photographers by phone or email.

By submitting the form and photos, you grant SC the right to use, reproduce and distribute the images to create and promote the 2027 calendar and for other editorial purposes. Photographers retain ownership of their photos and will be credited when their images are used.

Last year's featured photographers are listed below:

• Cover: Ontario - Photo by Jaclyn Prisciak
• Inside cover - Photos by Shannon Holman, Andrew McCabe, Beth MacRae, Frances Lund, Jennifer Graham, Joshua Gillis, Karen Favacho, Linda Henry, Lindsey Kerr, Chelsea Chase and Stephany Wade
• January: Alberta - Photo by Orianna Scheck
• February: Nova Scotia - Photo by Shelby Ryan
• March: Ontario - Photo by Kelley McNiven
• April: Alberta - Photo by Evelyn Sabraw
• May: Ontario - Photo by Jennifer Graham
• June: Ontario - Photo by Michelle Hogan
• July: New Brunswick - Photo by Courtney McKay
• August: Ontario - Photo by James Woods
• September: Ontario - Photo by Vern Turnbull
• October: Ontario - Photo by Marion Vandenakker
• November: Prince Edward Island - Photo by Mary A. McNiven
• December: Prince Edward Island - Photo by Arnold Hagen
• Directory: Ontario - Photo by Andrew McCabe

For more information, contact Jade Regina, Manager of Industry Development.

(Standardbred Canada Press Release)