MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino
January 4, 2025
In the opinion of the Board of Judges, TRAINER/DRIVER, OWNER, FARRIER/PLATER, CHRISTOPHER ADAM BROWN, PERM. ADD.: WAWANESA, MANITOBA, CANADA, D.O.B. NOVEMBER 19, 1986, did violate HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 223(1); Drivers must report to the paddock judge at least one hour before post time of any race in which they are programmed to drive, unless excused by the Judges; for being late to the paddock with "PULL THE TRIGGER" in Race 3 on Friday, December 20, 2024.
PENALTY: CHRISTOPHER BROWN is hereby FINED THE SUM OF FIFTY DOLLARS ($50.00).
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.
Calgary, AB – Horse Racing Alberta (HRA) has generously committed $185,000 over four years to support pioneering research by Dr. Thilo Pfau and his team at the University of Calgary’s Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Faculty of Kinesiology. This significant contribution will fund research aimed at improving the prediction and prevention of racehorse injuries, a critical area of focus for the safety and protection of equine athletes.
Dr. Pfau’s research mobilizes cutting-edge wearable technology to monitor the stride length and speed of Thoroughbred, American Quarter Horse and Standardbred racehorses during races, correlating these metrics with track surface properties. The ultimate goal is to develop reliable injury prediction models that can help trainers and owners safeguard their horses’ health without altering their routines. This research is first of it’s kind for Standardbred racehorses.
“Horse Racing Alberta’s support is a testament to their commitment to protecting the health and welfare of racehorses,” said Dr. Pfau. “This funding will allow us to expand our research, refine our predictive models, and work towards a universal injury prevention system that benefits the entire industry.”
The donation will also enable the hiring of a PhD student, the purchase of essential equipment, and other related costs such as travel to “A” racetracks in Alberta. The research team plans to collect and analyze a comprehensive data set of racehorse stride parameters and track surface characteristics. This work not only aims to improve injury prediction but also to inform best practices in track surface maintenance.
“This research aligns perfectly with Horse Racing Alberta’s mission to promote a healthy, vibrant, and progressive horseracing industry,” said Kent Verlik, Chief Executive Officer, Horse Racing Alberta. “We are proud to support Dr. Pfau’s innovative work and believe it will have a lasting impact on the welfare of racehorses of all breeds and the future of the sport.”
In addition to the research benefits, this project will create valuable learning opportunities for students, including the involvement of summer students and data analysts. The initiative will also foster collaboration with key industry stakeholders, further enhancing the credibility and impact of the findings.
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Licensing is now on-line. Please go to https://hralicencerenewalapp.powerappsportals.com/ to complete your registration and on-line licensing.
- Century Downs office hours to assist with on-line licensing will be Saturdays, from January 11 through to March 22, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Century Mile licensing office hours will be Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- For assistance with the new on-line licensing, please call Janna at 587.416.5455 or Debbie at 587.416.5461.
Horse Racing Alberta (HRA) is pleased to announce the live race date schedule for 2025. Please note the Race Day Calendar and post times are subject to change periodically, please consult the HRA website for the updated schedule. All scheduled race dates are weather permitting. A PDF version is available for download in the Download Attachments link at the bottom of the page.
Century Mile Racetrack and Casino, Edmonton
Standardbred Racing at Century Mile continues from January 4th until February 14th on Wednesdays and Saturdays for a total of 13 race days.
Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing begins at Century Mile on May 2nd and will end on September 13th for a total of 42 race days.
The Standardbreds return to Edmonton from September 24th until December 31st for a total of 28 race days.
Century Downs Racetrack and Casino, Calgary
Standardbred Racing starts up again on March 29th after a short break and continues until August 30th for a total of 45 race days.
Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing continues at Century Downs from September 20th and will end on November 1st for a total of 14 race days.
Rocky Mountain Turf Club, Lethbridge
Rocky Mountain Turf Club will host 32 days of racing in 2025. The Spring Meet begins on May 3rd and runs until June 29th. The Fall Meet begins on August 31st for the Labour Day weekend, with racing wrapping up on Thanksgiving Day, October 13th.
Evergreen Park, Grande Prairie
Evergreen Park in Grande Prairie will host 16 days of Thoroughbred racing starting on July 6th, running every weekend until August 24th.
Track On 2, Lacombe
The Track on 2 in Lacombe will conduct 16 days of exciting Standardbred Racing from July 20th through September 21st. The action-packed schedule includes races on Sundays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and a special Monday event on September 1st.
Millarville Agriculture Society, Millarville
The historical 50-year tradition of racing on Canada Day continues on Tuesday, July 1st with exciting flat racing and a variety of family-friendly festivities.
Spring Training for Thoroughbreds and Quarter Horses begins Saturday, March 1st and runs through May 1st. For a stall application or more information on Spring Training, please contact the Century Mile Race Office at
Horse Racing Alberta recently announced a significant increase of 7.38% in 2025 purses, bringing the total to an impressive $16 million shared across all breeds. This boost underscores Alberta’s commitment to supporting the racing industry and its participants. Outside of Ontario, Alberta continues to maintain the most lucrative purse structure in Canada, offering substantial opportunities for Thoroughbred, Standardbred, and Quarter Horse racehorse owners and trainers.
We look forward to welcoming you to the racetracks across Alberta in 2025 for an unforgettable season of races!