Lawson appointed Executive Chair of the Board of Directors Toronto, ON – June 6, 2023 – Woodbine Entertainment’s Board of Directors today announced the unanimous appointment of sports and business leader Michael Copeland as Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2023. Copeland, who is currently President, Commercial, joined Woodbine Entertainment in 2021 after holding various […]
TORONTO, April 11, 2023– Woodbine Entertainment today announced that Jim Lawson will be stepping down from his role as CEO this fall. Lawson, who has been CEO since 2015, wants to spend more time with his family and believes it’s time to hand the reins to the next leader. “Being CEO of Woodbine Entertainment has […]
Experience the races like never before Toronto, ON – August 2, 2022 – Woodbine Entertainment is thrilled to open the doors this summer to the newly renovated and highly unique patio experience – the Stella Artois Terrace. The Stella Artois Terrace, located at Woodbine Racetrack in Etobicoke, is a three-tiered patio and lounge that offers […]
Toronto, ON – June 16, 2022 – Woodbine Entertainment announced today that high-profile Thoroughbred owner and breeder, Jaime Roth, of LNJ Foxwood Stables, has been appointed to its Board of Directors. “Woodbine is excited to announce the appointment of Jaime to its Board of Directors,” said Christine Magee, Chair, Woodbine Entertainment Board of Directors. “We […]
Woodbine Cares Community Investment Program continues to make a world of difference. Constantly striving to be recognized as a caring and innovative corporate community builder, Woodbine Cares is guided by its mission to build relationships and initiatives that contribute to healthy places to play, work, live, learn and grow. Guided by three themes – Vibrant and Connected […]
New West Toronto development could feature a 38,000 square foot soccer training facility and 8,000-seat soccer-specific stadium Toronto, ON – March 23, 2022 – Woodbine Entertainment announced today that it is prepared to designate a portion of its 684-acre land at Woodbine Racetrack for the development of a new high-performance training centre and stadium for […]
TORONTO, December 1, 2021 – Woodbine Entertainment today announced the 163rd running of the $1 million Queen’s Plate, first jewel of the Canadian Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing, will be held on Sunday, August 21, 2022 at Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto. Contested annually to showcase Canada’s finest three-year-old Thoroughbreds, The Queen’s Plate is one of […]
