Team Canada Friday News From The FEI World Championships

August 14, 2026 - Aachen, Germany – Brittany Fraser Beaulieu (Saint Bruno, QC) and Jaccardo, owned by Jill Irving, was the only Canadian combination in the top 30 who competed in Friday’s Grand Prix Special. Based on veterinary and meteorological advice, the organizers made the decision to adjust the start times for the dressage in the main arena on Friday to start earlier and end later, with a substantial pause in competition at the hottest part of the day.

Had to Be Fabulous Back in the Winner's Circle

AJAX DOWNS, AUGUST 13, 2026 - It didn't take long for 2025 Ajax Downs' Horse of the Year HAD TO BE FABULOUS to get back to winning form after a rare loss in early July. On Wednesday, August 12, Had to Be Fabulous bounced back with a determined victory in the $29,430 Princess Maturity for 4-year-olds and upward, fillies and mares at 400 yards.

Bromont Welcomes International Eventing Back for August CCI-S Horse Trials

BROMONT, QC - August 12, 2026 - International eventing returns to the historic Bromont Olympic Equestrian Park this weekend for the August Bromont CCI-S Horse Trials, bringing competitors from across Canada and the United States together at one of North America's most celebrated eventing venues.

Brittany Fraser Beaulieu’s Ride Is Extra Special At The FEI World Championships

August 12, 2026 - Aachen, Germany – One of Canada’s most experienced upper-level dressage riders, Brittany Fraser-Beaulieu arrived at Aachen as the country's highest-ranked Grand Prix athlete in the lead-up to the 2026 World Championships.

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