HBPA Directors will provide updates on recent changes announced by the Province of BC, Great Canadian Entertainment and the City of Vancouver.
Great Canadian Entertainment
The B.C. government had recently announced it was halting the slots revenue sharing program with the track and its horsepeople.
HBPA BC will make plans on how to combat the BC government's devastating move to stop casino revenue sharing.
Dates for the 2026 Thoroughbred season at Hastings are still to be discussed with the new owner of the casino, the Tsleil-Waututh Nation.
The closure of the harness track means a devastating loss of income for trainers, drivers, veterinarians, staff, vendors and racing families.
The Tsleil-Waututh Nation has entered into a MOU to discuss a possible deal to acquire the BC track's assets; racing's future unclear.
A "Vegas style" casino, hotel and entertainment theatre are nearing completion on the Woodbine racetrack property.
