2027 Rule Change Process Now Open
Horse Racing Alberta is now accepting submissions for the 2027 Rule Change Process.
The Rule Change Process gives industry stakeholders the opportunity to propose new rules or request changes to existing rules contained in the Rules Governing Horse Racing in Alberta. All submissions are reviewed through a structured process that includes industry feedback, regulatory review, committee evaluation, and final approval by the Horse Racing Alberta Board of Directors.
Key Dates
- October 15, 2026: Stakeholder deadline to submit Rule Change Petition Forms electronically through thehorses.com.
- January 15, 2027: Public comment period closes on proposed draft rule changes.
- February 2027: Regulatory & Licensing Committee reviews submissions and stakeholder feedback.
- March 2027: Committee recommendations are submitted to the Horse Racing Alberta Board of Directors for final consideration and approval.
How the Process Works
- Stakeholders submit proposed rule changes.
- HRA Administration, Judges, and Stewards review submissions.
- Draft rule proposals are posted for public comment.
- The Regulatory & Licensing Committee reviews all feedback and recommendations.
- The HRA Board of Directors votes on proposed changes.
- Approved rule changes are posted and communicated to stakeholders.
- Final approved rules proceed through the Gazette process and are incorporated into the Rules Governing Horse Racing in Alberta.
Stakeholders are encouraged to submit complete petitions and collaborate with affected parties where possible before submission.
Submit your Rule Change Petition before October 15, 2026.
Visit the 2027 Rule Change Petition Form Here
MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 12, 2026
The horse “MOON MULLINS”, having been reported by the Official Veterinarian as having BLED (Exercise Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage) following the running of Race 8, Friday, September 11, 2026, is hereby PROHIBITED FROM RACING FOR A PERIOD OF NINETY (90) DAYS, SEPTEMBER 12 TO DECEMBER 10, 2026 (INCLUSIVE). (Second Time Occurrence)
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 129(b).
MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 12, 2026
APPRENTICE JOCKEY, CESAR VIDAURRI HERNANDEZ, PERM ADD: EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B.: MARCH 2, 2007, is hereby SUSPENDED FROM RACE RIDING FOR ONE (1) DAY, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026 for failing to maintain a straight course during the runaway from the gate, causing #4 “SQUALOTORO” (Antonio A. Reyes) to clip heels in Race 4, Friday, September 11, 2026. Therefore, #5 “VANTASTICCANAVERAL” (Cesar Vidaurri), the second-place finisher, was disqualified and placed fourth. New order of finish is 6-2-4-5-1-3.
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 240, 270(a), 271(1), 276(1)(a)(b)(2)(a)(c), and 296(1)(a)(2)(b).
MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 12, 2026
OWNER/TRAINER, EXERCISE PERSON, PONY PERSON, AUTHORIZED AGENT, GONZALO ANDRES ANDERSON RODRIGUEZ, PERM. ADD.: LEDUC, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B.: MARCH 9, 1988, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) for failing to notify HORSE RACING ALBERTA Security that the horse “FREE GOLD” would be shipped-in to Century Mile Racetrack on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Policy No. RLP012, dated August 14, 2024.
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 123(1), 286(1)(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1)(2) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.
(If fine remains unpaid after ten (10) days from its imposition, any licence held by the participant shall be suspended until the fine is paid in full, unless the Board of Stewards otherwise directs.)
MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 12, 2026
JOCKEY, KYLE HILTON O’NEAL CARTER, PERM. ADD.: CHRIST CHURCH, BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS, D.O.B.: DECEMBER 17, 1992, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($300.00) for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #3 “PORTER’S PRINCESS” in Race 6, Friday, September 11, 2026. (Third Offence)
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(1)(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.
(If fine remains unpaid after ten (10) days from its imposition, any licence held by the participant shall be suspended until the fine is paid in full, unless the Board of Stewards otherwise directs.)
MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 12, 2026
JOCKEY, RICO WAZIR WALCOTT, PERM. ADD.: EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B.: MAY 9, 1989, is hereby SUSPENDED FROM RACE RIDING FOR ONE (1) DAY, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026, for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #2, “INDIO MARA” in Race 2, Friday, September 11, 2026. (Fourth Offence)
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(1)(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(b).
MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 8, 2026
JOCKEY, BRIAN EMMANUEL BOODRAMSINGH, PERM. ADD.: ARIMA, TRINIDAD & TOBAGO, D.O.B.: JULY 26, 1991, is hereby SUSPENDED FROM RACE RIDING FOR ONE (1) DAY, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 for misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #3, “EITHERINORINTHEWAY”, in Race 7, Saturday, September 5, 2026. (Fifth offense.)
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(1)(a) and 296(1)(a)(2)(b).
MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 8, 2026
JOCKEY, RICO WAZIR WALCOTT, PERM. ADD.: EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B.: MAY 9, 1989, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($300.00) for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #4, “WHO’S THAT BABY”, in race 5, Monday, September 7, 2026. (Third offence)
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(1)(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1)(2) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.
(If fine remains unpaid after ten (10) days from its imposition, any licence held by the participant shall be suspended until the fine is paid in full, unless the Board of Stewards otherwise directs.)
MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 8, 2026
JOCKEY, N’RICO ROMARIO D’ANGELO PRESCOD, PERM. ADD.: BRIDGETOWN, ST. MICHAEL, BARBADOS, D.O.B.: OCTOBER 8, 1998, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($300.00) for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #3, “AFFAIR” in Race 1, Monday, September 7, 2026. (Third offence.)
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(1)(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1)(2) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.
(If fine remains unpaid after ten (10) days from its imposition, any licence held by the participant shall be suspended until the fine is paid in full, unless the Board of Stewards otherwise directs.)
MEETING: Century Downs Racetrack and Casino, Balzac, Alberta, Canada - September 5, 2026
In the opinion of the Board of Judges, OWNER/TRAINER/DRIVER, ROBERT EVAN SCRANNAGE, PERM. ADD.: RED DEER, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. DECEMBER 22, 1994, did violate HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 296(1)(a)(2)(a)(b) and 300(1)(b)(c)(2)(c). In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Drug and Alcohol Policy dated September 1, 2019, and HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 296(1)(a)(2)(a)(b) and 300(1)(b)(c)(2)(c) after supplying a BODY FLUID SAMPLE on Saturday, August 29, 2026, that resulted in a POSITIVE SAMPLE TEST for NON ILLICIT DRUG confirmed by Dynacare on Friday, September 4, 2026.
PENALTY: ROBERT SCRANNAGE is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($150.00) AND SUSPENDED FROM HIS DRIVING DUTIES FOR A PERIOD OF TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS, SEPTEMBER 4 TO SEPTEMBER 13, 2026 (INCLUSIVE).
Following his suspension, ROBERT SCRANNAGE must pay his fine and present himself to HORSE RACING ALBERTA Security to provide a negative sample test at his own expense before reinstatement will be granted.