Canadian Trotting Classic handle helps drive record weekend Posted on September 21, 2021, updated on September 21, 2021 by aafridi 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 Posted on September 9, 2021, updated on September 9, 2021 by aafridi Woodbine Entertainment Supportive of Government Requirement for Guests to Provide Proof of Vaccination to Access Racing Venues & Casinos Vaccination Policy for...
Jackpot Hi-5 Mandatory Payout Announced for Saturday Posted on July 29, 2021, updated on July 29, 2021 by aafridi MILTON, July 29, 2021 – Woodbine Entertainment today announced a mandatory payout will be offered on the Standardbred Jackpot Hi-5 this Saturday...
Top Sports Executive Joins Woodbine Entertainment Posted on May 4, 2021, updated on May 4, 2021 by aafridi Michael Copeland named Chief Commercial Officer Toronto, ON – May 4, 2021 – Woodbine Entertainment announced today that it has appointed experienced...
Woodbine Entertainment Congratulates House of Commons on Passing Sports Betting Bill Posted on April 22, 2021 by aafridi 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 Posted on March 25, 2021, updated on March 25, 2021 by aafridi 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 Posted on March 9, 2021, updated on March 9, 2021 by aafridi Woodbine Entertainment, Racetracks of Canada, Quebec Jockey Club & HBPA Address Committee Regarding Sports Betting Toronto, ON – March 9, 2021 –...
Industry Update from Jim Lawson Posted on February 26, 2021, updated on February 26, 2021 by aafridi 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 Posted on February 18, 2021, updated on February 22, 2021 by aafridi Toronto, ON – February 19, 2021 – Woodbine Entertainment reiterated its support for the legalization of single event sports wagering and is...
Woodbine Entertainment Adds Three to Board of Directors Posted on November 18, 2020, updated on November 18, 2020 by aafridi Toronto, ON – November 18, 2020 – Woodbine Entertainment (Woodbine) announced today the appointment of Mr. Michael Lay, Mr. Mark Saunders and...
Sports betting bill poses existential threat to Canada’s horse racing industry Posted on November 3, 2020, updated on November 3, 2020 by aafridi TORONTO – November 3, 2020 – Racetracks of Canada, Ontario Racing and Woodbine Entertainment are raising significant concerns with Private Member’s Bill...
Standardbred Stakes Payments Due May 15 Posted on May 7, 2020 by aafridi Woodbine Mohawk Park Standardbred Stakes Payments Due May 15 MILTON, ON – May 6, 2020 – Woodbine Entertainment would like to inform…
Canada’s horse industry offers creative approach to sector support Posted on May 5, 2020, updated on May 5, 2020 by aafridi TORONTO – May 5, 2020 – Woodbine Entertainment, Ontario Racing and Racetracks of Canada have approached the Federal Government requesting the legalization…