Education
Improve Your Emergency Preparedness – LAER Online Launching Feb 2026!
On-Demand: Large Animal Emergency Rescue Awareness Level Equine Guelph is excited to announce the launch of a Large Animal Emergency Rescue (LAER) course, available on-demand starting February 2026. This Awareness Level online course is proudly offered with the Grand River Agricultural Society as a program partner. It is designed to provide awareness-level preparation on best…
Kickstart Your Horse Journey in 2026 – Free Safety & Behaviour Course for Youth!
Ready to level up your horse knowledge in the new year? Equine Guelph, the horse owner’s centre at the University of Guelph, is thrilled to offer FREE access to its On-Demand Horse Behaviour and Safety course for youth from January 1 – March 31, 2026! This is your chance to join young horse enthusiasts worldwide…
Sara Visser Awarded 2025 Roger L’Heureux Memorial Equine Award
Equine Guelph is proud to announce that Sara Visser, a second-semester Veterinary Technician student with a growing passion for Standardbred racing, has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Roger L’Heureux Memorial Equine Award. Visser will receive two online courses through Equine Guelph valued at $625 each (Certificates are available in Equine Science, Equine Welfare and Equine…
Free Online Horse Education Program for Youth – A Holiday Treat from Ontario Racing and Equine Guelph!
Looking for something fun, free, and educational for your horse-loving teen this holiday season? Horse eCamp, presented by Ontario Racing and Equine Guelph, is the perfect online activity to keep kids engaged while school’s out! Available now through March 2026, Horse eCamp is a FREE virtual learning experience designed to spark curiosity and introduce youth…
Prevent Lameness Before It Starts: Free Online Course for the Racing Industry
Join leading equine experts for practical strategies to keep racehorses sound and performing at their best Equine Guelph invites the racing community to join a free online course designed to help prevent injuries and manage lameness in racehorses. This two-week program (5–10 hours/week) is tailored for trainers, grooms, and racing professionals who want to deepen…
Industry Ambassadors Return to Champion Free Online Racing Courses
Equine Guelph is thrilled to announce the return of its Industry Ambassador program this winter, featuring two respected voices from the horse racing community. Julie Walker and Renée Kierans will lead the charge in promoting free online training and acting as peer helpers in racing-exclusive courses designed to advance racehorse health and performance This year’s initiative offers…
Free Online Courses for Racing Industry include New Conditioning Course
Equine Guelph is excited to announce two free online courses for the racing community again this winter, developed in response to industry demand and supported by our education partners. In a recent poll, 49% of industry stakeholders voted for Racehorse Conditioning as the next priority topic. We listened—and we’re delivering! NEW! Conditioning the RacehorseFebruary 23…
Equine Emergency Rescue at the Races
Firefighters, emergency managers, veterinary professionals, and community stakeholders from across southwestern Ontario gathered at Grand River Raceway in Elora for a specialized Large Animal Emergency Rescue course, from Equine Guelph. Grand River Agricultural Society (GRAS) provided foundational funding for the program back in 2014 and was proud to support the full-to-capacity one day hands-on workshop…
Why Did My Horse Just Do That?
Understanding Horse Behaviour and Stable Safety – A Course for Adults on TheHorsePortal.ca You’re leading your horse to the paddock. It’s a quiet morning, birds chirping, nothing unusual in sight. Then bam !— your horse spooks sideways, nearly knocking you off your feet. You look around, baffled. What just happened? If you’ve ever asked yourself…
Ontario Racing Industry Scholarship from Equine Guelph
Equine Guelph is proud to support Ontario’s racing community through education and a scholarship that empowers individuals to improve horse welfare and safety. The Roger L’Heureux Memorial Equine Award, honours the legacy of the respected Standardbred driver and trainer by supporting students who demonstrate a passion for equine care and learning. Equine Guelph offers this tuition…
Large Animal Emergency Rescue Training Heads to Elora After Successful Atlantic Canada Workshops
Equine Guelph’s Large Animal Emergency Rescue (LAER) training team made waves on the East Coast this summer with fully booked workshops at Whinny Hill Equestrian Centre in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. On August 16 and 17 2025, first responders, veterinarians, and horse owners gathered for a full day of hands-on training designed to prepare them for…
August is Make a Will Month: Planning Ahead for Your Horse’s Future
If you’re a horse owner, August is a timely reminder to think about your legacy—and the future of your equine companions. Horses are more than pets; they’re partners, athletes, and family. And just like any dependent, they deserve a plan for their care if something happens to you. Who Will Look After Your Horse? It’s…