Dates Set For National Caretaker Appreciation Events

For the eighth consecutive year, Standardbred Canada (SC), in collaboration with racetracks, associations and industry partners nationwide, will host National Caretaker Appreciation Day (NCAD) events from July 27 to Nov. 10, 2025.

NCAD was launched to recognize and reward caretakers in the Standardbred industry across Canada and each year, racetracks, trainers and owners participate in the national event. 

The 2025 racetrack event dates are listed below.

• Clinton Raceway – Sunday, Aug. 31
• Century Downs – Saturday, Aug. 30
• Dresden Raceway – Sunday, July 27
• Grand River Raceway – Wednesday, Sept. 10
• Hanover Raceway – Saturday, Sept. 13
• Hiawatha Horse Park - Saturday, Aug. 30
• Hippodrome 3R – Sunday, Sept. 7
• Kawartha Downs – Saturday, Sept. 20
• Leamington Raceway – Sunday, Sept. 14
• Northside Downs – Saturday, Aug. 30
• Red Shores Racetrack & Casino at the Charlottetown Driving Park – Saturday, Sept. 6
• Red Shores at Summerside Raceway – Monday, Sept. 1
• Rideau Carleton Raceway – Wednesday, Sept. 10
• The Track On 2 – Saturday, Sept. 13
• The Loop – Saturday, Sept. 13
• The Raceway at Western Fair – Monday, Nov. 10
• Truro Raceway – Friday, Sept. 5 or 12 (TBC)
• Woodbine Mohawk Park – Monday, Sept. 1

Here are some ideas for owners, trainers and drivers to show appreciation to their caretakers during these dates:

• Provide refreshments such as doughnuts, muffins and coffee at the stable.
• Host a stable BBQ or arrange for a catered lunch.
• Give a 'thank you' card or gift card.
• Purchase a win photo of one of the horses they care for the next time it wins.
• Offer a paid day off or a bonus.

For more information, please contact Justin Fisher at [email protected].

(Standardbred Canada Press Release)