Equine Canada Leading the Way for Horse Owners

Newsdate: Thu, 4 Apr 2013 - 6:34 am
Location: OTTAWA, ONTARIO, Canada

Horse owners in Canada have an excellent resource available that offers both services and information to equine owners that want to make Canada a better place for both horses and equestrians.

Great resource for equestrians

Great resource for equestrians

Equine Canada is recognized by Sport Canada and the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) as the national governing body for equestrian sports and recreation in Canada.

Equine Canada is the leading national sport and equine organization in the country. It fulfills a broad range of governance, advocacy and development functions, all of which focus, in one way or another, on the horse and draw on the enthusiasm it arouses.

As a result of their efforts, Equine Canada is recognized by Sport Canada and the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) as the national governing body for equestrian sport and recreation in Canada. It is the industry sector leader and as such is recognized and supported by Agriculture and Agri-food Canada. In particular, its leadership in improving both the quality and condition of horses is lauded at home and abroad.

Equine Canada's vision for equestrian activities

Canadians are inspired to achieve personal excellence and embrace lifelong participation in equestrian activities.

Equine Canada's Mission

From championing best practices to encouraging fun and participation, Equine Canada is a dedicated national voice working to serve, promote and protect the interests of horses and Canada's equestrian community.

Equine Canada's aspirational goal

Equine Canada will be widely recognized as a world-leading sport and equine federation committed to excellence, fair play and equine welfare; a model organization providing an inclusive environment where innovation, partnership and creativity flourish.

Six Overarching Goals

  1.  Understand that the welfare of the horse is paramount.
  2. Communicate effectively to increase the profile and value of equestrian activities to   members and stakeholders.
  3. Be a sport system that fosters excellence at all levels.
  4. Strengthen the economic and cultural value of the horse.
  5. Design, promote and deliver quality programs and services.
  6. Create the organizational culture needed to achieve our results.

About the Author

Flossie Sellers

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As an animal lover since childhood, Flossie was delighted when Mark, the CEO and developer of EquiMed asked her to join his team of contributors.

She enrolled in My Horse University at Michigan State and completed a number of courses in everything related to horse health, nutrition, diseases and conditions, medications, hoof and dental care, barn safety, and first aid.

Staying up-to-date on the latest developments in horse care and equine health is now a habit, and she enjoys sharing a wealth of information with horse owners everywhere.

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