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An Important Announcement Regarding The 2021 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair


For nearly a century, becom-


ing a champion at The Royal Agri- cultural Winter Fair has served as an inspirational and aspirational goal for Canadians in food, agriculture and equestrian sport. Due to the on- going international impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and after considerable research and consulta- tion, The Royal’s Board of Directors today made the disheartening deci- sion to cancel the in- person 2021 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, in favour of returning to an education focused online experience this year. However, in November 2022, The Royal will mark its 100th Anniversary. We are working hard to make it big- ger and stronger than ever and are looking for- ward to celebrating with you in person. “Initially, we were optimistic that we would


be able to gather at Exhibition Place this year to celebrate Canadian excellence in food, agricul- ture and equestrian sport. But as the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 continues to create havoc around the world, it became clear that we weren’t going to be able to host The Royal in a traditional way,” stated Charlie Johnstone, Chief Executive Officer at The Royal. “Our exhibitors and competitors put everything they’ve got into the pursuit of a championship, and we owe them a world-class showcase for their efforts. We’re simply not in a place to guarantee the stability and assurances necessary to plan their paths for- ward to compete at an elite level.” The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is the largest combined indoor agricultural fair and in-


From Our Founder


Remembering August 1987 Here we are half way


through summer and the Coron- avirus has a lot of things still shut down. Horse shows are just com- ing back with limited attendance. The Royal and the CNE are not running this year. A lot of Fall


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Obituary


Heffernan, Elizabeth Rose (nee Lehoveczki) It is with profound sadness and much love we


mourn the passing of Elizabeth Rose Marthe Hef- fernan on July 16, 2021. Liz’s husband and devoted partner Carl will miss her immensely. Their rela- tionship is one to which many aspire. She was his biggest supporter and confidant. Their marriage of 46 years was a loving partnership in the truest sense.


Liz had the heart of a lion and the passion of


ternational equestrian competition in the world. It is a truly unique event comprised of many com- ponents, including sporting events, livestock shows, trade shows, family attractions, and top- ranked international equestrian competitions. In a typical year, The Royal brings together thou- sands of competitors and animals and nearly 300,000 guests to celebrate the best in agricul- ture, local food, and equestrian competition. We do not take this responsibility lightly. The Royal’s Board of Directors, staff and management remain committed to creating a safe and healthy space for everyone to gather, compete and celebrate when the time is right. “We’re excited to be setting our sights on


2022, which will mark The Royal’s 100th An- niversary,” concluded Johnstone. “As we ap- proach our second century, The Royal is more relevant than ever, and it is our privilege to be Canada’s home for local food, agricultural and equestrian excellence.”


Fairs are still cancelled. In our August 1987 issue


The Rider had a story about the 1987 Royal Horse show as being Bigger and Better.


weekend at


The WHAO had a stellar the Paris Fair


Grounds. The Extravaganza lived up to it’s name. The 1987 show was the largest outdoor show of it’s kind in Ontario.


John Alden, execitive direc-


tor of OEF, reported that the Her- itage Circuit was getting stronger by the show. “The circuit is going


to be a big success”, according to the Ontario Equestrian Federa- tion, president Shirley Crane.


The Board of Directors of


the International Arabian Horse Association announced that it will not try to reschedule the Canadian Arabian show.


AQHA announced the


judges for the 1987 World Show scheduled for November in Okla- homa City. Eleven judges were selected. Jack Dreschier of Que- bec was the only Canadian on the Judging team.


The Hamilton East Lions


clubs cancelled rodeo was held on September 19/20. The Rodeo was run under the approval of the Ontario Rodeo Association.


Do you love Fergus? Visit his website at: http://www.fergusthehorse.com


gust


Here we were in Au- and the Old


Lakeshore Inn were buy- ing ads in the Rider in preparation for the up- coming OQHA Quar- terama.


The Canadian Quarter


Horse Association an- nounced that the Canadian National Show in Leth- bridge, AB was organized and well underway for a successful show on Octo- ber 8-11.


a warrior. She was dedicated whole heartedly to her sport of barrel racing. Her war cry coming into the pen was legendary and heard by all in the vicinity. The awards and accolades she earned barrel racing were numerous. She generously gave of her time and knowledge wanting nothing more than to wit- ness the success of others. Her wisdom, wit and compassionate nature will be missed by many. Ride on cowgirl your girls are waiting for you. Liz will remain in the hearts of all whose lives


she touched. She will be particularly missed by her sons Nicholas (Tanya) and Dean; cherished grand- children Pheenyx and Callahan and beloved dog Rusty. Survived by her mother Ghislaine Lehoveczki and brothers John Lehoveczki (Paula and Taite) and Paul Lehoveczki (Maria) as well as her brother and sisters-in-law Peter, Dianne, Susan (Gord) and Kathy (Andrew) and her many nieces and nephews. All are invited to a service in honour of Liz


Heffernan at 1:00 pm, Thursday, July 29,2021 fol- lowed by a light lunch at Liz & Carl’s farm 6122 Ninth Line, Hillsburgh, Ontario, N0B 1Z0. With Covid restrictions still in effect, the service will be held outdoors to allow for 2 M distancing. Please print, complete & bring the attached Covid screen-


A runaway Wagon injured The 540 acre farm that was


bequeathed to the people of On- tario by Stewart and Violet Ben- net, who bred and raised Arabian Horses at the Scotsdale Farm, is located in Halton Hills. Con- struction and renovations to the farm and buildings were ap- proved for the Heritage park.


nine at the Calgary Stampede Pa- rade.


The Rider was the only


Canadian equine publication in- vited to the Grand Opening of the Ocala, Florida Hilton Hotel back in 1987. The hotel at the time was located in an area of Florida that boasted over 400 horse facilities in the immediate area. I had the luck to be provided with presi- dential suite. The hotel was built in the middle of horse country. I was the first occupant of that suite. Other USA equine publica- tions were there but as I was the only Canadian they gave me the Presidential Suite. We had an es- corted tour of the the ranch of Martha Dean Thurman and treated to a fabulous ranch meal. Martha was a lovely and gracious host. She raised Quarter Horses in the middle of Thoroughbred country. I was passing through Ocala a few years back and de- cided to drop by and speak to the manager and let them know that I had been one of their first guests before it opened. The en- tire area is full of businesses and high rise and sub divisions. What


a shame. It was I a beautiful part of Ocala/Marion County.


Flamboro Downs were ad-


vertising the Third Running of the Confederation Cup. That’s about all we reported on in the August, 1987 edition of The Rider.


My Turn Not much to gripe about in


this issue. Things have not changed much since my last rant.


The TV commercials are


still sickening to watch. They must employ rank amateurs at the agencies that produce them, some are overly obnoxious.


Thank you for Looking


Down in this corner. Just remem- ber you are responsible to report Child, Elder, Spousal and animal abuse.


Aidan W. Finn CD


Founder of The Rider 1970 President, Orange aPEEL www.orangeapeel.com


ing forms with you. Kindly RSVP billyjoep@out- look.com the number of people in your group no later than 9: am, Monday, July 26, 2021 to allow us time to prepare. Thank you, Carl Heffernan & fam- ily. Casual attire please. In lieu of flowers the fam- ily would kindly ask that donations be directed to: The Ontario Brain Injury Association obia@oboa.on.ca A tree will be planted in memory of Elizabeth


in the Dods & McNair Memorial Forest at the Is- land Lake Conservation Area, Orangeville. Condolences may be offered to the family at


www.dodsandmcnair.com


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