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As the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the organization, it now has a permanent presence at Woodbine Mohawk Park, in the form of a mural. Located on the wall across from the Armstrong trophy case, the mural lists the names of the over 500 people and horses inducted since the Hall […]
As the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) proudly celebrates its 50th Anniversary, the Nomination Committees of the organization have determined the induction categories to be recognized in 2026, along with the finalists for each category. The individual receiving the most votes in each category from the members of the Election Committee will be […]
The Board of Directors of the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame recently approved new members of the following committees: Standardbred Nomination Committee Following the passing of longtime Committee Member, Dow Clowater, the CHRHF Board of Directors has approved the addition of Dr. Ian Moore, CHRHF Honoured Member – Class of 2024 to the Standardbred Nomination Committee. Born […]
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) invites the public to participate in the nominations of people and horses who have made a significant contribution to Canadian Standardbred or Thoroughbred horse racing, for induction to the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame, as part of the CHRHF Class of 2026. Nominations are being sought […]
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) Induction Gala took place on Wednesday, Aug. 6 at the Mississauga Convention Centre, honouring the Class of 2025. The CHRHF Class of 2025 included John Bax (Standardbred Trainer), Dave Briggs (Standardbred Communicator), Brad Grant (Standardbred Builder), Kent Oakes (Standardbred Builder), Muscle Mass (Standardbred Male Horse) and Yankee […]
Join the Celebration Online Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame Induction Gala, Wednesday, August 6th Honouring the Class of 2025. Ceremony begins at 6:30 pm CHRHF 2025 Induction Gala Live Stream click here Induction Order Marketing Mix – Thoroughbred Female Horse Muscle Mass – Standardbred Male Horse Ivan Dalos – Thoroughbred Builder Kent […]
The Legend category of the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame was originally introduced as a four-year millennium project to honour Canadians who had a significant impact on horse racing at home or on the International scene or those from the International community who had a significant impact on Canadian racing. After the initial run, […]
Tickets are now on sale for this year’s Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) Induction Gala, which will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 6 at the Mississauga Convention Centre in Mississauga, Ont. The Class of 2025 will be formally inducted to the CHRHF at the Gala. The Gala event will feature a cocktail reception, […]
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) announced the Class of 2025 on Wednesday, April 23. Standardbred and Thoroughbred Election Committees, consisting of 20 members each, have voted and ratified the CHRHF Class of 2025. Inductees from Prince Edward Island, Ontario and Alberta are scheduled to be formally inducted on Wednesday, Aug. 6. Induction […]
Bidding is now open for the “Continuing Hall of Fame Legacies” Online Stallion Auction, in support of the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame. Stallion services offered for 30 Standardbred and Thoroughbred horses all of which are CHRHF Inductees or have Hall of Fame horses in their pedigree. For bidder registration and complete list of stallion services, […]
At a recent Board meeting of the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame, the following committee updates were approved in advance of the CHRHF 2025 Nominations and Elections. Standardbred Committee Updates: Nova Scotia born and now a resident of Alberta, Fred Gillis, who has participated in the Standardbred industry throughout Canada as a successful trainer, […]
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) Induction Gala took place this evening (Wednesday, Aug. 7) at the Mississauga Convention Centre, honouring the Class of 2024, including some of the biggest names in Canadian harness racing and Thoroughbred racing. The CHRHF Class of 2024 included Dr. Moira Gunn, BVM&S (Standardbred Builder), Sylvain Filion (Driver), […]
With the support and generosity of racetracks and industry partners across North America, the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) is holding a race experience online auction that opens today, Aug. 2, 2024. This special fundraising initiative runs from Friday, August 2-August 12 at 8:00 pm eastern and features a total of nine unique […]
At a reception held Wednesday afternoon (May 22), Bill Ford, newly appointed President of the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame, welcomed a capacity crowd of Thoroughbred and harness racing industry supporters, Hall of Fame honoured members, and incoming inductees. During his remarks, Ford thanked outgoing President, Darryl Kaplan, for the accomplishments during his six-year […]
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame is pleased to announce the election of Bill Ford as President for 2024. Mr. Ford, an executive with Woodbine Entertainment since 2011, and currently their Chief Racing Officer and General Counsel, has been a Director of the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame for the past two years […]
Voting by the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) Standardbred Election Committees has been tallied and the CHRHF harness racing Class of 2024 is now confirmed. Previously, the Board of the CHRHF agreed the Class of 2024 would be comprised of six inductees per breed and was also provided the option for a Nomination […]
Taranaki harness racing enthusiast, Costa Ellis, got the shock of his life when attending a formal function for his professional trade last Thursday night when his sweepstake ticket was pulled as one of the eight lucky participants with a chance to win $50,000. Only hours earlier had Ellis learned he was one of the ten […]
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) Standardbred and Thoroughbred Nomination Committees have determined the categories and finalists to appear on the ballot presented to the Election Committees, from which the Class of 2024 will be selected. Previously, the Board of the CHRHF agreed the Class of 2024 will be comprised of six inductees […]
The Quebec Jockey Club has sent out a last call to the owner/trainers of any four-year-old pacers, that nominations for the $200,000 Prix d’Ete race must be made by Friday, March 15, 2024. The $200,000 Prix d’Ete will be held on Sunday, August 18, 2024. Continued from prior Prix d’Ete conditions for the race is […]
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) invites the public to participate in the nomination of people and horses who have made a significant contribution to Canadian Standardbred or Thoroughbred horse racing, for induction to the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame, as part of the CHRHF Class of 2024. Nominations are being sought […]
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame (CHRHF) invites the public to participate in the nomination of harness racing people and horses who have made a significant contribution to Canadian Standardbred horse racing, for induction to the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame, as part of the CHRHF Class of 2024. Nominations are being sought […]
The tradition of harness racing and Thoroughbred horse racing in Canada reaches back countless generations throughout our country’s history. Whether at local fairs, on frozen rivers, regional racetracks, or on a national stage, the thrill and pride of striving to be the best has never wavered. The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame is dedicated […]
