National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour the children who never returned home, the Survivors of residential schools,...
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Woodbine unveils new exclusive Finish Line O&T Lounge for Owners and Trainers
TORONTO, October 14, 2021 – Woodbine Entertainment is set to open the newly redesigned Finish Line O&T Lounge today at Woodbine Racetrack....
Exciting Finale to Ladies of the Lawn Series at Woodbine this Sunday
Special ‘Saddle Towel Pillows’ up for Auction in Support of Rethink Breast Cancer TORONTO, October 12, 2021 – Woodbine’s popular Ladies of...
Record Ricoh Woodbine Mile handle paces huge weekend
TORONTO, September 21, 2021 – A stakes-filled weekend across Woodbine Racetrack and Woodbine Mohawk Park generated a total of $30,391,567.55 in handle...
Woodbine Entertainment Supportive of Government Vaccination Requirements
Woodbine Entertainment Supportive of Government Requirement for Guests to Provide Proof of Vaccination to Access Racing Venues & Casinos Vaccination Policy for...
QP @ Home a Finalist for Hashtag Sports Award
Toronto, ON – August 26, 2021 – After successfully welcoming back spectators to The Queen’s Plate this past weekend, Woodbine Entertainment’s 2020...
162nd Queen’s Plate Generates Second Highest Handle in Event History
All Sources Handle Up 11% from 2020 TORONTO, August 23, 2021 – Safe Conduct’s triumph in Sunday’s 162nd running of The Queen’s...
Canadian Legend Jim Cuddy to Perform Live at The 162nd Queen’s Plate on August 22
TORONTO, August 9, 2021 – Legendary Canadian performing artist Jim Cuddy and his band will perform live at The 162nd Queen’s Plate,…
Dining Tickets for the 162nd Queen’s Plate On-Sale NOW!
Dining Tickets for The 162nd Queen’s Plate, the first jewel of the 2021 OLG Canadian Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing, are now on sale…
Woodbine unveils updated 2021 Thoroughbred stakes schedule
Woodbine unveils updated 2021 Thoroughbred stakes schedule Queen’s Plate remains scheduled for Sunday, August 22 TORONTO, May 28, 2021 – Woodbine Entertainment…
Top Sports Executive Joins Woodbine Entertainment
Michael Copeland named Chief Commercial Officer Toronto, ON – May 4, 2021 – Woodbine Entertainment announced today that it has appointed experienced...
Woodbine Racetrack to Host Pop-Up COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic
Open to Adults 18+ Living or Working in ‘Hot Spots’ M9V, M9W & M9R + those living in all other Toronto 'Hot...
Woodbine Entertainment Congratulates House of Commons on Passing Sports Betting Bill
Toronto, ON - April 22, 2021 - Woodbine Entertainment, Canada’s most experienced sports betting company, congratulated the Government of Canada on passing...
Sports Betting Bill Amended to Protect Horse Racing Industry
TORONTO – March 25, 2021 – Today, with a unanimous vote, the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights amended Private Member’s...
Horse Racing Industry Addresses Committee Regarding Sports Betting
Woodbine Entertainment, Racetracks of Canada, Quebec Jockey Club & HBPA Address Committee Regarding Sports Betting Toronto, ON – March 9, 2021 –...
Industry Update from
Jim Lawson
Ontario Horse People, I hope you are well and staying safe. It is always a great sign that spring is near when...
Woodbine Entertainment Reiterates Support for Legalization of Single Event Sports Wagering
Toronto, ON – February 19, 2021 – Woodbine Entertainment reiterated its support for the legalization of single event sports wagering and is...
Five races to focus on at the Dublin Racing Festival
€125,000 G1 Ladbrokes Dublin Chase - Saturday, 8:35 a.m. ET (1:35 p.m. BST) Willie Mullins has won the first three renewals of...
Pattison Canadian International & Highlander Stakes Return in 2021 Stakes Schedule
Pattison Canadian International & Highlander Stakes Return as part of Lucrative 2021 Stakes Schedule All Grade 3 Stakes’ Purses Increased by 20%...
Date set for the 162nd running of The Queen’s Plate in 2021
TORONTO, January 12, 2021 – Woodbine Entertainment announced today that the 162nd running of the $1 million Queen’s Plate, first jewel of...
The winner’s circle is the most coveted place at the racetrack
By: Jennifer Morrison for Woodbine.com Victorious owners, trainers and jockeys pose for a photo with their horse and bask in attention. It...
Sports betting bill poses existential threat to Canada’s horse racing industry
TORONTO, November 3, 2020 – Racetracks of Canada, Ontario Racing and Woodbine Entertainment are raising significant concerns with Private Member’s Bill C-218....
Woodbine community mourns the loss of Martha Gonzalez
TORONTO, October 4, 2020 – The Woodbine horse racing community is mourning the loss of long-time assistant trainer Martha Gonzalez who passed…
Queen’s Plate champion Mighty Heart continues OLG Canadian Triple Crown chase in Prince of Wales Stakes
TORONTO, September 28, 2020 – Queen’s Plate winner Mighty Heart will continue his pursuit of the prestigious OLG Canadian Triple Crown when he...
