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Import Permits and USDA Health Certificates Will Continue to be Required for Equine Semen and Embryos from the United States for 2011
Ottawa, Ontario—The Canadian Food Inspection Agen- cy confirmed that import permits will continue to be required for the importation of semen and embryos from the U.S. into Canada during 2011. These import restric- tions are a result of Contagious Equine Metritis (CEM) in the U.S.
inspectors. CEM is a highly contagious disease that affects the repro- ductive tract of horses. The disease can cause temporary infertility in mares. In most cases, CEM can be successfully treated with disinfec- tants and antibiotics.
Canadians seeking timely information regarding import requirements are advised to use the CFIA’s Auto- mated Import Reference System (AIRS) at http://airs-
sari.inspection.gc.ca/Airs_External/Default.aspx.
Instructions for Canadian Importers of Semen and Embryos from the US into Canada:
1. Notify immediately the companies/agents/owners in the U.S. that you wish to acquire semen or embryos from and inform them that a USDA-endorsed zoosani- tary export certificate MUST accompany all shipments from the U.S. to Canada. For more information and to obtain the required certificate, please visit:
http://www.aphis.usda.gov/regulations/vs/iregs/ani- mals/downloads/ca_eq_se.pdf
2. Before semen is shipped, importers in Canada must obtain an import permit from the CFIA. To download an Import Permit Application Form for Live Animals, Semen, Embryos, Animal Products and By-Products, visit the CFIA website at the following link:
http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/for/pdf/c5083per- impe.pdf
a. The Import Permit Application Form is to be complet- ed by the importer. b. Next, contact a CFIA area office (a complete list of CFIA offices can be found at the end of this release). The completed application must be faxed or mailed with payment to the Import Office in the province you reside in or into which you will be importing the semen or embryos. CFIA have given Equine Canada assurances that you will be contacted by the Import Office within three (3) days of receipt of the application form with information on how to proceed.
c. Single entry (one time) permits cost $35. Multiple entry permits are valid for one year and cost $60. An agent or broker may use this method to do combined shipments of multiple stallions and/or exporters and/or destinations. To reference the responsibilities of Bro- kers, visit the CFIA website link at:
www.inspection.gc.ca/english/imp/kite.shtml CEM is a reportable disease in Canada and the U.S. This means that all suspected cases in Canada must be reported to the CFIA for immediate investigation by
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Candele and Pitareusa incurred eight faults, which would prove to be the drop score. Ian Millar and Star Power had a rail at the double combination at fence three while Lamaze piloted Sidoline van de Centaur to a clear round.
Using a format that sees only three riders return from each team for the second round, with all three scores to count, everything was on line for both the Americans and the Canadians. In the second round, Jonathon Millar opened with a perfect performance, fol- lowed by Ian Millar who again faulted at the double combination at fence three. Lamaze also incurred a rail, his coming at fence 10b.
The pressure was on the Americans, but when anchor rider Beezie Madden turned in a fault-free per- formance with Coral Reef Via Volo, it was a home side victory for the United States.
“I thought our team did exceptionally well,” said Canadian Show Jumping Team chef d’equipe, Terrance Millar, of Canada’s second place finish. “Jonathon Mil- lar did a wonderful job, as did all of our riders, and showed great poise to lead us off. We were battling some giants. On paper, the Americans looked like as good a team as you would put together anywhere in the world, and they didn’t disappoint.”
“Finally, we beat our neighbours to the north by a squeak!” said United States chef d’equipe, George Mor- ris.
Canada’s anchor rider and reigning Olympic Champion, Lamaze, added that, “The U.S. fielded a team that could win anywhere in the world. All of our horses jumped well, and it’s always great to ride with Team Millar!”
CFIA area offices and contact information may be found at
www.inspection.gc.ca/english/directory/offbure.shtml.
About Equine Canada Industry Division
Equine Canada Industry Division provides a structure for the more than 40 breed organizations operating in Canada to unite as a coalition under the national federation of Equine Canada. It provides a forum from which to seek and exchange information between Equine Canada, Canadian stakeholders, the Government of Canada and foreign entities. The Industry Division works to promote and assist a vibrant equine industry and to affect policy in Canada. Breed organizations and indus- try partners share resources and expertise with unity of purpose to increase the long-term profitability of Canada’s equine sector and ensure its future viability. Visit
www.equinecanada.ca for complete information about the Equine Industry Division. About Equine Canada
anism. A member-driven, charitable institution, it is the executive branch of the Canadian Equestrian Team, and the national authority for
Equine Canada is Canada’s national governing body for equestri-
equestrian competition; the national voice for recreational riders; and the national association for equine welfare, breeding, and industry. Equine Canada is recognized by the Government of Canada, the Inter- national Equestrian Federation (FEI), and the Canadian Olympic Com- mittee as the national organization representing equestrian sport and equine interests. For more information about Equine Canada, please visit
www.equinecanada.ca.
GREG WILDE
ROYLE HORSE TRAILERS CO. LTD. MANUFACTURING, SALES & SERVICE
20 CARLISLE RD., RR #1, FREELTON, ONTARIO L0R 1K0
www.royletralers.com (905) 689-5935
Speaking of the format where only three riders return for the second round, Terrance Millar noted, “Without question, having three riders in the second round with no drop score is the absolute best format for exciting sport!”
The camaraderie between teams, and the vibrant cheering sections for each country, is part of what makes the only Nations’ Cup held in the United States unique. On this occasion, over 8,100 show jumping fans turned out to watch the United States claim victory in the annu- al $75,000 FEI Nations’ Cup, Presented by G&C Farm.
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