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Equestrian Canada and the Canadian Warmblood Horse Breeders Association Announce Partnership

Equestrian Canada and the Canadian Warmblood Horse Breeders Association Announce Partnership

Ottawa, ON - April 2, 2025 - As the National Sport Organization for equestrian sport in Canada, Equestrian Canada (EC) works closely with a diverse group of stakeholders and members, including National Breed Associations.

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Protein Requirements in the Equine Diet

Protein Requirements in the Equine Diet

Protein is one of 6 nutrient classes that horses have a requirement for. It is a major component of body tissues. Along with being a core component of tissues, proteins are also heavily involved in enzymes, hormones, and antibodies.

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Let’s Go Calgary! Shania Twain named Stampede 2025 Parade Marshal

Let’s Go Calgary! Shania Twain named Stampede 2025 Parade Marshal

Calgary — With only 100 days until the official kick-off of The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, the Calgary Stampede is honoured to announce that Canadian-born country music superstar Shania Twain will lead the 2025 Stampede Parade presented by Suncor.

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Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments Return for 2025 Season at Wesley Clover Parks

Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments Return for 2025 Season at Wesley Clover Parks

Ottawa, Ontario – The Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments return to Wesley Clover Parks, located in the heart of the Nation’s Capital, with a full schedule of hunter/jumper events highlighted by the CSI5*/CSI2* Ottawa International from August 11 to 17, 2025.

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Equestrian Canada and the Canadian Warmblood Horse Breeders Association Announce Partnership

Equestrian Canada and the Canadian Warmblood Horse Breeders Association Announce Partnership

Posted in Equestrian News, Home Page articles

Ottawa, ON - April 2, 2025 - As the National Sport Organization for equestrian sport in Canada, Equestrian Canada (EC) works closely with a diverse group of stakeholders and members, including National Breed Associations.

Read more

Protein Requirements in the Equine Diet

Protein Requirements in the Equine Diet

Posted in Equestrian News, Home Page articles, horse-health, Reviews

Protein is one of 6 nutrient classes that horses have a requirement for. It is a major component of body tissues. Along with being a core component of tissues, proteins are also heavily involved in enzymes, hormones, and antibodies.

Read more


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