In the wake of the tragic barn fire on January 4 at Classy Lane Stables Training Centre in Puslinch, Ontario, those who owned, trained and cared for the 43 horses that perished are persevering to find a new normal. TROT talked to some of the people most affected by the tragedy and asked them to share some memories of their beloved horses. Story by Keith McCalmont & Melissa Keith

As the man responsible for running The Meadowlands Racetrack, as well as operations at both Tioga Downs and Vernon Downs, Jason Settlemoir has a lot on his plate. Working for outspoken track owner, Jeff Gural, Settlemoir also is no stranger to controversy. TROT recently sat down with Settlemoir for a candid one-on-one interview. Story by Debbie Little

Fils d’une légende de la Ligue Nationale de Hockey, Stéphane Larocque sait reconnaître la grandeur quand il la voit. Comme entraîner de standardbred, il est témoin de grandeur dans sa propre écurie. By Chris Lomon / Traduction Louise Rioux

As the son of a National Hockey League legend, Stephane Larocque can recognize greatness when he sees it. As a standardbred trainer, he is witnessing greatness in his own barn. By Chris Lomon

Sylvain Filion may have one of the most prominent last names in Canadian harness racing, but his successes, both on and off the track, have certainly been earned. By Paul Delean