Industry Articles
Monday, 05 August 2024 14:20
Racing Officials Accreditation Program
2024 - Alberta - Full Accreditation School Date: Sunday, November 10, 2024 to Sunday, November 17, 2024 Hours: 60 hours Location and Host Horse Racing Alberta, Century Mile Racetrack Edmonton,…
Monday, 08 July 2024 17:11
2024 HRA Commercial - Stampede (video)
Alberta - a province built on the back of a horse. A powerful, courageous majestic animal - and speed to burn. Every day, thousands of hard working Albertans breed, race…
Wednesday, 03 July 2024 12:46
Joint Statement from Industry Partners Regarding Coggins Testing
Edmonton, AB — In light of the recent federal government quarantine due to a confirmed case of Equine Infectious Anemia Positive (EIA) at Assiniboia Downs, industry stakeholders and the Board…
Monday, 17 June 2024 17:15
Horse Racing Alberta Announces Increases to the 2024 Purse Allocation and Breed Improvement Program
Horse Racing Alberta (HRA) is pleased to announce an increase in funding for the 2024 Purse Allocation and the Breed Improvement Program (BIP). As a result of higher-than-expected revenue performance…
Thursday, 13 June 2024 16:46
Did you know? (June 2024 Backstretch Newsletter)
Century Downs (CDR) and Century Mile (CMR) Industry Updates Project Updates: Century Downs Re-sloping/Grading of Racetrack: Status update: Completed. The track has been surveyed and reset to the original design…
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Tuesday, 16 April 2024 09:53
HRA introduces 'ReportIt'
Horse Racing Alberta has introduced an anonymous reporting service to cover 4 key areas: Wellness of our Racehorses and Racing participants Protecting the integrity of the sport Addressing safety concerns…
Friday, 05 April 2024 12:45
Important Notice - Neurological Herpes (EHVI)
We have received a confirmed report of neurological herpes (EHV1) on a local farm. The farm has been quarantined. Identifying potential neurological herpes on a horse at the racetrack requires…
Monday, 11 March 2024 20:25
Did you know? (March 2024)
Century Downs (CDR) and Century Mile (CMR) Industry Updates Project Updates: Century Downs Re-sloping/Grading of Racetrack: Status update: Completed. The track has been surveyed and reset to the original design…
Wednesday, 06 March 2024 13:07
2024 HRA Directives Released
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Thursday, 29 February 2024 21:39
"A" Track Flat Trainers' Licence Exam Dates 2024
Spring Examination: April 17th Location: Century Mile Racetrack and Casino Registration Period: March 1 - April 15th Mid-Summer Examination: July 11th Location: Century Mile Racetrack and Casino Registration Period: May…
Friday, 05 January 2024 17:53
Professional Groom or Exercise Rider Program - Olds College
The deadline for Registration for the Olds College Racetrack Programs is approaching Get the skills you need to be a Professional Groom or Exercise Rider – Employment Guaranteed! The Olds…
Tuesday, 02 January 2024 22:15
Did you know? (December 2023)
Century Downs (CDR) and Century Mile (CMR) Industry Updates Project Updates: Century Downs Re-sloping/Grading of Racetrack. Status update: Completed. Track has been land surveyed and reset to the original design…
Friday, 01 December 2023 12:59
Backstretch Benefits Program for HRA Licensees
Exciting News: Introducing the Backstretch Benefits Program Launching January 1, 2024, for Horse Racing Alberta Licensees! We are excited to announce the upcoming launch of the HRA Backstretch Benefits Program,…
Monday, 27 November 2023 17:26
Century Mile Extended Office Hours (December)
HORSE RACING ALBERTA LICENSING OFFICE NISKU / CENTURY MILE Tuesday to Saturday in December | 8 am to 4 pm Extended Office Hours - Race Days Only December 8 to…
Monday, 27 November 2023 16:31
Century Downs Office Hours (December/January)
HORSE RACING ALBERTA LICENSING BALZAC / CENTURY DOWNS Sunday, December 3 | 8 am to 2 pm Every Friday and Saturday to February 3 | 8 am to 2 pm…
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