A new two-year deal commits to $62M in purses for the 2023-2024 thoroughbred racing meets; season set to open on April 22.
Woodbine Entertainment
A "Vegas style" casino, hotel and entertainment theatre are nearing completion on the Woodbine racetrack property.
Horseplayer Interactive celebrated 25 years in 2022 and the internet wagering platform continues to grow customer-wise.
Michael Copeland has been promoted to President, Commercial, and Tom Via moves to the role of President, Operations.
Mitchell replaces Christine Magee who was the Chair of Woodbine Entertainment’s Board of Directors since 2020 and a Director since 2015.
The senior VP of Standardbred and Thoroughbred racing has a strong history of success in the industry and will pursue other opportunities.
High-profile Thoroughbred owner/breeder Jaime Roth has been appointed; Mark Saunders rejoins Board after short leave.
Single sports wagering came to Canada five weeks ago but horse racing, a pari-mutuel wagering sport, has not yet been included.
The last broadcast for the long-time on-air simulcast host will be June 26th; 'Porty's' new role will be with the AGCO as a Racing Official.
Sports betting sites registered with the AGCO went live April 4 but so far, horse racing in Ontario has been left in the gate.
The soccer project would feature an 8,000-seat soccer-specific stadium and a 38,000 square foot training facility.
The horses are back on the track at Woodbine preparing for the opening of the 2022 Thoroughbred season, while construction continues.
The lucrative 2022 program offers more than $16.9 million in stakes events, including 37 graded stakes and two $1 million classics.
Vaccination policy for racetrack employees & horse racing participants implemented for additional layer of protection.
Leveraging insights from fans since the 2020 launch, the app has been modified to reflect what customers want.
