As the national governing body representing equestrian and equine interests in canada, equestrian canada ec is responsible for setting standards in matters of safety, horse welfare, ethics, conduct, and fair play in all matters under its jurisdiction. The 2003 usa equestrian rule book is available on the federation web site at. Fei rule book this handbook has been assembled to help ride managers put on a fair ride that tests the horses. Established in 1974, the american driving society, inc. Horses for sale equestrian classifieds ads dressage eventing. For rules not covered in the usef rulebook in regard to arabian competitions, the following chapters of the current. Devise and adopt arabian event and activity rules, regulations and standards. Plus, wendy murdoch shares her riding adventures and clinics in costa rica and africa and the total saddle fit tip is on keeping discipline working with young horses. I international horse or rider t temp licenceupgrade, no point accrual x unable to validate results, no point accrual. Canadian equestrian star katharine morel is killed along. This rulebook change includes updates to eligibility, fees, and rideoff formats. Download canadian horse show dressage tests cadora inc.
Cef rules canadian registry of the tennessee walking horse. Representing, promoting, and developing horse sport and interests in canada. The official rulebook of each organization will prevail for all shows, particularly the arabian, halfarabian and angloarabian horse division and the rules. Many thanks to the following associations for help with these rules. Rule a, or part iv, section 3, rule a or western attire with western appointments see part iv, section rule a. Canadian collegiate equestrian federation home facebook. Greenhawk, kubota canada, ontario equestrian federation. The usef network features livestreaming and ondemand video from a wide range of exciting equestrian events each year. Starting january 1, 2019, all federation licensed officials, us fei officials, fei applicants and guest officials must be compliant with the federation s safe sport policy by completing the safe sport training and a criminal background check with the federation. Official rule book penning official rule book sorting alberta equestrian federation.
Canadian equestrian federation, and past recreation vice president, horse. For competitions with a start date prior to december 1, 2002, please refer to the. Equestrian canada, formerly equine canada, was founded in 1976 when the national equestrian federation of canada and the canadian horse council merged. Wdaa tests western dressage association of america. Wcra western canadian reining association acronymattic. Links ontario competitive trail riding association. Us equestrian members receive full access to over 2,000 hours of content, including commentary from the top u. The ec rules exist to uphold these standards and create a safe and positive. Western canadian championship and futurity horse show. Horses may only compete in one height section at a show, but may alternate from one show to another. Horses for sale equestrian classifieds ads dressage. As an organisation and a governing body, we are passionate about our sport. Alberta equestrian federation 2018 wild rose rule book general regulations. Horses must also have an ec horse recording or temporary horse license.
The american saddlebred is a horse breed from the united states. Our primary focus is on education about and the promotion of western dressage. Equestrian canada is the national governing body for equestrian sport and horse welfare canada. Age categories shall be based on the canadian national standard, based on. See disciplinespecific ec rules for full information. Please see equestrian canadas website for their most up to date rule books, here. Welcome to equestrian canada bienvenue chez canada equestre. The competitive rules are intended to provide for the orderly and consistent administration of events sanctioned by usa triathlon and are not designed. Caldra, there is participation in the canadian equestrian federation cef. Fei rules for dressage competitions rules of the federation equestre internationale rules for international dressage. The technique of jumping a steeplechase fence by competing.
Envirohorse lots of information on the impact of horses on the environment. Ii you can order a copy of this document using the order form on the federal highway administrations fhwa recreational trails program web site at. The alberta equestrian federation aef is recognized by alberta sport connection as the only recognized organization for. If you are interested in applying for ec official status, or applying for promotion of your current ec officials status, we would be. An equestrian canada silver or higher membership and an aef membership are required for the rider. Chapter ar purebred arabian, halfarabian, and angloarabian division. An exhibitor is defined as the owner or lessee of a horse when entered in a class where only the merits of the horse are to be considered.
Canada equestre, formerly known as equine canada and. Equestrian canada ec approved silver american saddlebred horse association lexington, ky region 2 registered show the western canadian championship is a qualifying competition for the 2018 asha high point awards and the 2018 kentucky state fairs worlds championship horse show. The initial return to competition was set for april 12, 2020, but has been extended due to federal and provincial government, and saskatchewan authority directives to limit covid19 transmission. Currently, under usef gr411 conditions for therapeutic administrations of prohibited substances, pergolide can be administered, but requires a 24hour withdrawal from treatment prior. Professional anyone that is paid to ride a horses, or coaches junior or amateur students for. With that merger, george jacobson founded the canadian equestrian federation cef, the first national governing body for equestrian activities and sport. Formulate publicity and educational programs and other activities in the. An equestrian canada silver or higher membership, and an aef membership are required for the rider. Canadian equestrian star katharine morel, 33, is killed along with her horse after the animal flips and lands on her in freak accident during a competition in florida. Please note that wild rose sanctioned competitions may use any rules ex usef, ec, aef, hcbc, etc so long as it is clearly stated in the prize list which rule book will be used. In great britain, dressage is overseen by british dressage. If using calibre, simply save the digital version of the ec rulebook to your. Canadian collegiate equestrian competition offering a national final.
Constitution and rules of equestrian canada at this competition. The spring into dressage competition is sanctioned as a silver competition member of equestrian canada, 308 legget drive, suite 100, ottawa, on k2k 1y6 and is governed by the rules of ec. Equestrian federation usef, and canadian nationals is conducted in accordance with the rules of equestrian canada ec. Exhibitors should always know the rules of the pertinent associations and the classes in. No matter what the riding discipline, wearing a helmet is one of the best ways to. Please note that wild rose sanctioned competitions may use any rules ex. Jan 04, 2019 the western dressage association of america is an educational not for profit with a 501c3 status. Jun 24, 2019 the suspension of saskatchewan horse federation sanctioned competition has been extended to june 1, 2020, due to the coronavirus covid19 pandemic.
Canadian registry of the tennessee walking horse dedicated to the naturally gaited walking horse. It also promotes canadian bred horses internationally. Dressage rules and eventing rules, and fei veterinary regulations vrs, fei antidoping rules for human athletes, the. Equestrian design guidebook for trails, trailheads, and campgrounds. At the lower levels, and as part of dressage training each country authorizes its own set of tests.
Over 80 adsrecognized events are held across north america each year. Canadian equestrian federation maine horse association university of new hampshire national snaffle bit association american morgan horse assoc. Nationals are conducted in accordance with the rules of the united states equestrian federation usef, and canadian nationals is conducted in accordance with the rules of equestrian canada ec. We are poised for growth in membership and increased equestrian participation at all ability levels and in all areas of equine interest. Hurdles cleared at equestrian canada horse journals. In equitation classes, exhibitor refers to the rider. Ec was created through the merger of the canadian equestrian federation. They must be entered in their full registered names with registration numbers and. By clicking any link on this page you are giving your consent for us to set cookies. Equestrian canada 2020 rules now available online horse sport.
Chapter sb american saddlebred horse division subchapter sb1 general qualifications sb101 eligibility 1. Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events. Equestrian design guidebook for trails, trailheads, and. Jan 25, 20 officials of the humane society of the united states praised the new rule, saying, the tennessee walking horse breed was formerly included as a recognized horse show division by usefs predecessor, the american horse shows association, but was removed from its rule book in the 1980s in the wake of persistent abuses of walking show horses. Every class offered herein is covered by the rules and specifications of the current rules of ec and will be held and judged in accordance with the ec rule book. Ride management handbook endurance riders of alberta. It shall be the duty of the horse show committee to take action as above without awaiting protest. For example, in the us it is the united states equestrian federation and the united states dressage federation. The ohio professional horsemens association founded october 1980 rule book 2018 2019.
United states equestrian federation 4001 wing commander way lexington, ky 40511. Members may access the training and background check through their member dashboard. Usa eventing tests tests from for eventing dressage ireland rules rules and rule changes at dressage. We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience. Aug 12, 2016 while the wpra has had a rule in the wpra rule book governing drugs and prohibited substances since the 1990s, there were additional steps necessary to complete the new testing and penalties sections. Australian rules football canadian football gaelic games racquets rugby league quidditch. The suspension of saskatchewan horse federation sanctioned competition has been extended to june 1, 2020, due to the coronavirus covid19 pandemic. In order to compete, all horses must be registered with the american saddlebred registry or the canadian livestock records corporation. Thank you in advance for your understanding and patience. Chapter dr dressage division subchapter dri dressage governing regulations the pinnacle of dressage competition is the grand prix of dressage competition of the olympic games. Please note that the 2003 rule book is in effect for competitions with a start date on or after december 1, 2002. Descended from ridingtype horses bred at the time of the american revolution, the american saddlebred includes the narragansett pacer, canadian pacer, morgan and thoroughbred among its ancestors.
In addition to the royal dutch equestrian federations recent change to allow bitless dressage in lowerlevel competition, there are also bitless dressage competitions and schooling shows popping up from michigan to south africa. As we transition to this modified format, there may be interruptions to service. The application process to become an ec official varies by type of official and discipline. Equestrian canada ec, the national equestrian federation of canada, supports. It was originally developed in the southern united states for use on farms and plantations. States equestrian federation usef formerly usa equestrian or the equine canada ec formerly canadian equestrian federation rule books, or the arabian horse association aha handbook are not covered herein except for purposes of clarification. A green pony is a pony of any age not exceeding 14.
Cef coordinates national and international competitions with the federation equestrian internationale fei. Fei regulations for equestrian events at the 2020 olympic games. The 2020 imga mounted games rule book is now available to download from the imga website. Horse council bc representing the bc horse industry since 1980 join today member login welcome to horse council bc horse council british columbia is a member service organization that collaborates with business, industry and government on behalf of equine welfare, sports, recreation and the individual riderdriver. A good rule of thumb is anyone who signs the entry blank has to be an active. Jan 19, 2018 the tide may be turning for bitless bridles. Members of equine canada canadian federation do not have to be ushja. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. The ushja membership is in addition to the united states equestrian federation membership requirements. Us equestrian is pleased to announce the addition of the inaugural prejunior jumping championship to the competition schedule for the 2020 adequanfei north american youth championships nayc hosted at the great lakes equestrian festival in traverse city, mich. Age categories shall be based on the canadian national standard, based.
This breed was referred to as the horse america made. Equestrian canada ec is pleased to announce that 2020 ec rules. Message from the british equestrian federation 24th march 2020. Hard copy rule books are available for prepurchase through the ec.
Equestrian land conservation resource american, but has lots of information in the resource section. How to become an ec official or upgrade your ec official status. Entries shall be shown without artificial appliances except as allowed by the canadian equestrian federation rules and regulations. As the national governing body representing equestrian and equine interests in. The united states equestrian federation has recognized wdaa as the sole affiliate representing the discipline of western dressage. As a part of our efforts to protect the health of our employees, us equestrian is working under a flexible work plan for our staff.
The tennessee walking horse or tennessee walker is a breed of gaited horse known for its unique fourbeat runningwalk and flashy movement. Aef is dedicated to the wellbeing of equines and works for the equestrian community in the province. Canadian equestrian federation rule book, canadian equestrian federation, 333 river road, ottawa, ont. The ec rules exist to uphold these standards and create a safe and positive environment within ec sanctioned competitions for all participants. Hearing and regulation process fair and level field. Paada dressage daze prize list alberta equestrian federation.
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