Alberta Headline News
Three key programs designed to strengthen and grow the Thoroughbred breeding and racing community in Alberta. These initiatives are tailored to support our breeders, enhance and grow the local horse racing industry, and incentivize the breeding of high-quality Thoroughbreds in our province
Horse Racing Alberta Boosts Breed Improvement Programs for 2025
As we approach the end of a successful 2024, Horse Racing Alberta (HRA) is gearing up for even greater success in 2025 with significant enhancements to its Breed Improvement Programs (BIP). The programs, which have already paid out substantial bonuses to breeders and owners, are set for an impressive expansion, reflecting HRA’s commitment to fostering a robust horse racing industry in Alberta.
Celebrating Alberta-Bred Success and Breeders' Bonuses
In 2024, breeders of Alberta-bred Thoroughbreds are celebrating BIG, with over $600,000 in Breeders’ Bonus winnings!
Thanks to the generous $629,594 funding from Horse Racing Alberta through the Breed Improvement Program, qualifying breeders are now reaping the rewards of their hard work and dedication to breeding top-tier racehorses.
Horse Racing Alberta (HRA) is pleased to announce the 2025 Budget which includes marked increases to purse allocations and horsemen’s programs across all breeds.
“We are thrilled to announce a $22.1 million investment in Alberta’s horse racing industry through purse allocations, breed improvement, and various industry programs,” said Kent Verlik, Chief Executive Officer of Horse Racing Alberta. “Alberta continues to lead as Canada’s most attractive destination for horse racing outside of Woodbine. We want to make it clear to the industry that horse racing in Alberta is a smart investment.”