In response to the many challenges horse racing and its horsepeople are currently facing, Ontario Racing has created a task force, which includes representatives from all three breeds (Quarter Horse, Standardbred and Thoroughbred) in the province to address 'financial impacts' on the industry.
“This newly-formed task force is committed to addressing the financial burdens that have arisen for the dedicated horsepeople of Ontario due to the temporary cancellation of live horse racing in the province,” said Katherine Curry, Executive Director, Ontario Racing Management (ORM). “Ontario Racing, in concert with its Board of Directors and the task force, is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation as it relates to the industry.”
The task force will hold regular meetings to discuss the financial impact the coronavirus has had and will have on the approximately 45,000 jobs per year that are attributed to the horse racing and breeding industry in Ontario.
During this time of uncertainty, the task force will continually update the horse racing community, keeping horsepeople and industry stakeholders informed of any pertinent developments as we move forward.
(Ontario Racing)