2/ OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2017 THE RIDER


Hugh Graham Continued from Page 1.


Pony Medal Finals.


Mackenzie Cooper and Bel- lagio would place second, with Lauren Sauriol riding Dream Maker taking home third prize. The pony medals were


followed up with the Rider’s Habit Amateur Medal Fi- nals. Halle Ryan And California K took home the red ribbon for that division, followed by Katie Sheedy and Chando W, and Emily Newman


and


Sonoma in second and third, respectively. Up next was the chil-


dren’s division, which saw Fortunio and Sasha Maniaci victorious over Ella Davison and Socialite, and Daniella McLean and Eighth Wonder of the World rounding out the top three. The Rider’s Habit Jun-


ior Medal Finals would close out Saturday’s action, with Anna Bremermann and Count Bellini coming out atop the standings by class end. Leanna Lazzari and Morrison were second with Mindy Moxey in third rid- ing Wanderlust.


Lazzari also had a


great week in the hunter ring, winning the $3000 EMG Pony Hunter Classic with Tori Pollock’s Rotter- dam on Friday, edging out Omi Enkin and Blueridge Moonbeam, and Addison McQuaker and Alexandria’s Young Prince for the vic- tory.


Friday’s action also


saw the $5,000 1.35m Jumper class — Presented by Stonewood,


in the


Jumper 1 Ring. Sam Walker would place first and third on the day, winning the red ribbon riding Sportstal Van- derhasselt‘s Acardi Du


Houssoit Z to the red rib- bon, and Paige Jardine’s An- icmo to third place. Kassidy Keith and


CrackerJack finished second in the class for their second top-three finish on the week. Frank Hendriks and Dio placed fourth, with Hyde


Eva Havaris Continued from Page 1.


that were finalized over the last few months. The new Board has everything they need for the future of the or- ganization and I will remain available to assist them dur- ing this period of transi- tion.”


Havaris took on the


role of EC CEO in June 2014, coming into the or- ganization with a proven track record of strategic leadership within national sport organizations. She leaves behind a legacy of transformational change, having worked with an un- wavering commitment to create a new era for EC by tackling long-standing chal- lenges in a multitude of areas, including governance, national office operations, marketing and branding,


Moffat and Coeur de Lion II rounding things out in fifth out of a starting field of 11. With the Royal Winter


Fair just around the corner, the Fall Finale marks the end of another great season at Caledon Equestrian Park. Everyone at the park,


and organizational strategy and alignment. Under Havaris’ leader-


ship, EC secured unprece- dented levels of funding and support from key partners for implementing organiza- tional change. Some of the most notable organizational changes achieved over the past three years include: • Transitioning the financial system from ACCPAC (DOS) to Microsoft NAV. • Overseeing the implemen- tation of the Equestrian Canada Équestre brand rep- resenting a clear, aligned and powerful voice across all disciplines and segments of the EC mandate. • Executing the implementa- tion of a lean, efficient, and professional governance model synonymous with in- dustry top practice for non- profit governance. • Leading a collaborative process with key representa-


Sam Walker winning the red ribbon riding Acardi Du Houssoit Z to the class victory. Photo credit: Ben Radvanyi Photography.


along with everyone from Equestrian Management Group, would like to thank all the competitors, coaches, vendors, sponsors, staff and visitors for a truly amazing 2017 season. See you all again in


2018, and stay tuned to cale-


tives resulting in a balanced voting member structure that ensures an equal voice for EC’s key constituent groups - equestrian sport disciplines, Provincial/Terri- torial Sport Organizations (PTSOs), and the equine in- dustry affiliates. • Commissioning and com- pleting comprehensive high performance and competi- tion system reviews in order to develop clear recommen- dations


for systemic


changes and efficiency within equestrian sport in Canada. • Establishing the Horse- power Foundation in part- nership with the Canadian Olympic Foundation, and raising its value to $84,000 to support athletes, pro- grams and initiatives that further equestrian sport and the equine industry. “Through her unwa-


vering dedication and com-


Canadian Recreational Horse And Rider Association News


The CRHRA Board


would like the Sandaraska Park the use of their Barn for our Annual General Meeting. The three wonder- ful young ladies served us Coffee and Tea on behalf of the Sandaraska Social Club. Thank you Ladies! According to our by-


Kassidy Keith and CrackerJack competing for a second place win. Photo Credit: Ben Radvanyi Photography.


laws our terms on the board are three years in length with maximum of six years. The following board mem- bers had completed their first three year term: • Jack deWit, Bonnie Simp- son and Mark Dobrindt These directors agreed


years along with a nomina- tion from the floor of Heather Aitken and John Aston. The slate of directors


was presented and voted in unanimously. The following posi-


tions were also vacant due to the three terms being up as well. President, Vice President and Secretary. • Jack de Wit was voted as President • Bonnie Simpson Vice President • Heather Aitken as Secre- tary


We would like to wel- to stand for another three come our new board mem-


bers and thank the re- turning directors for their continued support and hard work that everyone puts into this organization. The Board would


like to send a special thank you to Jack’s Wife Judy who handles the memberships and his daughter Tiffany who looks after the website. We appreciate all of


their hard work. Our new membership


applications for 2018 will be ready for January 1, 2018 so don’t forget to renew. Tell


mitment to positive change, Eva Havaris dramatically improved EC’s governance, funding and operations dur- ing her time as CEO,” said Peggy Hambly, EC Presi- dent. “We are saddened to see such a passionate and dedicated individual depart the federation, but we wish her much success in all her future endeavours.” “I am grateful for each


and every experience during my tenure at EC, and for the courageous support and commitment shown by members of the Board, staff, key stakeholders, volunteer community and key funding partners,” said Havaris. “I believe wholeheartedly in what is possible for this or- ganization and industry, and I wish the community and the organization all the best in the future.”


donequestrianpark.com for the release of the spring schedule at Caledon Eques- trian Park. A full list of results


from the 2017 Fall Finale can also be found at cale- donequestrianpark.com.


your friends and always check our website for up- coming events and news. Our Regional Reps are


a huge part of our organiza- tion by getting the word out about us in all parts of the province. • Mark Dobrindt in Niagara Region • John Aston in Windsor • Sid Kir in Eastern Ontario Jacquie Hansford is


our latest regional rep who does a lot of fairs and clinics all over the province being our voice in these locations. Check our website


www.crhra.ca for contact in- formation for any of our di- rectors or regional reps. We expect to be at Can Am again this year and look for- ward to seeing all of you. If your organization would like to hear what our organ- ization can do for your or- ganization contact Jack deWit to arrange a meeting. Ride Safe!!!! Ride


Smart Bonnie For more information on


the Association please visit www.crhra.ca


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