The  OBJECT of the Society shall be to encourage and ensure co-operative effort in all matters pertaining to the production and improvement of the Standardbred Horse in the Province of Alberta, and to co-operate with the Associations and Societies of other Provinces in the Dominion of Canada and States of the United States of America/or other Associations in other Countries..
The Alberta Standardbred Horse Association (ASHA) was formed to represent and protect the best interests of Standardbred industry participants and bring about a closer, more understanding relationship among members, racetracks, racing associations, governing bodies and the public.
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ASHA FEATURES

2021 ASHA Award Winners - Presented at Alberta Racetracks in 2022

2021 Breeders Awards of Recognition went to Bryan and Cheryl Brook

Horse Population Initiative Program 2023

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NEWS & UPDATES for ALBERTA



​PEDIGREES
AVAILABLE NOW!!!!
2023 STALLIONS 
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or the
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and CHECK THEM OUT!!!

ALBERTA SIRES STAKES ALBERTA STANDARDBRED HORSE ASSOCIATION 2023 STALLION REGISTRATION FORM ALBERTA SIRES STAKE # 45 Due Date – December 31, 2022
Please NOTE: Late nomination due date changed to May 1, 2023

2023 Stallion Nomination Form Pg 1    click HERE for PDF
2023 Stallion Nomination Form Pg 2    click HERE for PDF

​HORSE RACING ALBERTA
The Horses Podcast #3 Show Notes
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 In this edition of the podcast, Dawn Lupul interviews the CEO of Horse Racing Alberta, Kent Verlik, about the Breed Incentive Program and how it continues to grow.
The topics include:
  • How the funds have increased
  • What is in store for the future
  • Optimism for continued growth
IF you missed Episode 2
The Horses Podcast #2 Show Notes

In this episode, Dawn Lupul talks with Mike Vanin, Fred Gillis, and Dale Zukowski about some of the challenges and successes from the 2022 horse racing seasons for Thoroughbreds, Standardbreds, and Quarter Horses.

The discussions include:
  • Getting back to normal after the challenges of the pandemic
  • New programs and opportunities for 2023
  • - Some of the things they are proud about on behalf of their associations
This is your opportunity to hear from the industry leaders themselves and to stay informed of what’s to come in 2023!​
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And if you missed Episode 1
The Horses Podcast #1 Show Notes

In this episode, Kent Verlik, the CEO of Horse Racing Alberta, describes some of the challenges HRA faced in the year leading up to the pandemic and what extraordinary steps were taken to ensure that horse racing could continue to thrive in Alberta.
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He also covers:
  • the funding agreement with the Alberta government and the slot revenue claw-back to 50%
  • the cessation of holdbacks from racetrack operators
  • the addition of Track on Two as a racing entertainment centre
  • the rules of racing, where they can be found, and the rule change process
  • the 5-year agreements with the racing associations and racetrack operators
  • purse increases and the pursuit of further revenue streams in the province
This is your opportunity to hear from the CEO himself and to be informed as you plan your business strategies in 2023!​​
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        STANDARDBRED CANADA

UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH
All available courses:
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LAST CALL!! Racehorse Respiratory Health online course runs Mar 20-31. Learn about the #1 healthcare issue identified by the racing industry (2020 #EquineGuelph survey). Special 15% discount for HRA members - free for @StandardbredCAN members. Register at TheHorsePortal.ca/HRA
Last Call! Racehorse Injury/Lameness Prevention + Care online course runs Jan 23-Feb 3. Learn from #EquineGuelph how to reduce the risk of injury and lameness in your racehorse. Special 15% discount for HRA members and free for @StandardbredCAN members. Register at TheHorsePortal.ca/HRA. Limited spaces left! 
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Alberta Challenge of Champions ABSS SUPER FINALS

2022 Stallion Directory & Stakes Guide

"I have just received the ASHA Stallion Directory and Stakes Guide and it is a commendable product for sure." - Gail Brassington
Below are the OFFICIAL  Stakes Schedule and Calendar respectively.
​PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE SCHEDULE COULD CHANGE DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND THE CONTROL OF THE A.S.H.A.

2023 Race Calendar

2023 Stake Schedule

Looking for help or work?

Announcing EquineJobTrack.ca – your source for horse industry jobs across Canada!  
​Equine Guelph launches free employment service. Employers, post your jobs here so Equine JobTrack can help serve the horse racing industry in Alberta.  ​

​HRA HOURS  and CONTACT INFO 

Horse Racing Alberta (HRA) is requesting that you go ONLINE to renew your license(s), as there is limited access to the backstretch.​
ATTENTION: As a reminder, in February 2020 we received notice from HRA that in lieu of WCB, everyone participating in the harness horse racing industry in Alberta MUST have their Standardbred Canada license and ASHA membership in order to have proper coverage as mandated by Century Casinos.
CENTURY DOWNS:
PH. (587) 349-7777 Ext: 7800 FAX: (587) 349-7794 
​EMAIL: bgerlitz@thehorses.com 

All information can be located here:
HORSE RACING ALBERTA

CENTURY DOWNS RACETRACK LICENSING OFFICE HOURS
January 4th to March 1st, 2023 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Office closed Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday​
CENTURY
MILE 
RACETRACK LICENSING OFFICE HOURS:
PO BOX 1376, 
NISKU, AB, 
T9E 7M0
​PH. (587) 416-5455
FAX: (587) 416-5460 
EMAIL: ​dwaddington@thehorses.com 

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