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The National Capital Region Harness Horse Association is a not-for-profit association which has put into place the conditions necessary for the racing community to establish more secure business enterprises, to create jobs, and to re-invest in and revitalize the harness racing industry in this National Capital Region.

The NCRHHA strives to improve the quality of racing in this region, as well as the conditions under which that racing is conducted. We recognize that you, our members and stakeholders, are central to this industry and are the very reason we exist. We commit to continue working on your behalf to resolve the day-to-day challenges that face harness racing. To succeed we need your input, your support, your thoughts and ideas and your participation.

News

• July 28, 2010
  Future Starts Race Schedule - August 1, 2010
  Entries [pdf]
   
• July 28, 2010
  Elkins continues to support Shepherds of Good Hope
  Press Release [pdf]
    
• June 22, 2010
  The Boys of Summer Pacing Series Announced
  Click here for more info.
   
• June 3, 2010
  Announcements
  Night of Champions to held on Aug 1, 2010 [pdf]
  Future Stars Registration Form [pdf]
   
• May 17, 2010
  Meeting Notice
  To Discuss the Condition Sheet and Potential Series
  
  Tuesday, May 25, 2010 - 7:00 PM
  
  Bud Bar – Rideau Carleton Raceway
  
  This is an open meeting to discuss suggestions to the condition sheet as well as any potential series.
  Anyone wishing to attend this meeting is welcome.
  
  Please find attached a copy of the suggested condition changes taken at the May 4, 2010 Horsemen’s meeting. Please feel free to make any comments on the suggested condition changes or suggest any other changes related to the condition sheet you feel would benefit horsepeople at Rideau Carleton.
  
  Please drop off, email or fax your suggestions to the NCRHHA office by Friday, May 14, 2010. These suggestions will be brought forward at the May 25, 2010 meeting.
   
• April 27, 2010
  Meeting Notice - To Discuss Conditions
  
  Tuesday, May 4, 2010 @ 6:30 PM
  
  VIP Room – Rideau Carleton Raceway
  
  This is an open meeting to discuss the condition sheet.
  Anyone wishing to attend this meeting is welcome.
   
• April 26, 2010
  John MacDonald Night [pdf]
  
  Date: Sunday May 23, 2010 @ 5:30
  First 200 people receive a personalized John MacDonald hat.
   
• April 19, 2010
  NOTICE OF GENERAL MEETING
  
  The NCRHHA Board of Directors has called a General Meeting for Monday, May 10, 2010 at 7:00pm.
  
  The meeting will take place in the Bud Bar at Rideau Carleton Raceway.
   
• April 8, 2010
  1st Win for Turenne
  
  Young up-and-coming driver, Sebastien Turenne captured his 1st lifetime win on Friday, April 2 at Rideau Carleton Raceway with Baia Hanover for trainer John MacMillan.
  
  “Sebastien is an enthusiastic young driver that handles a horse beautifully,” commented MacMillan. “It is a very tough driving colony to break into at Rideau Carleton. If Sebastien gets some power to drive, he will win more than his share.”
  
  Congratulations Sebastien on your 1st win.
   
• March 26, 2010
  Temporary Purse Increase at Rideau - Extension
  
  Rideau Carleton Raceway, in association with the National Capital Region Harness Horse Association, has agreed to extend the 15% increase in purses into May 2010.
   
  A notice will be issued prior to the purses being restored to their original level.
  
  For more information, contact Sharla Daley at 613-822-6819
   
• February 19, 2010
  Memo GST Applicable to Earnings
  
  To view in pdf format, click here
   
• February 18, 2010
  Christina Polifroni Memorial Scholarship
  
  The Christina Polifroni Memorial Scholarship Fund awards a scholarship to a university or college-bound high school senior based on demonstrated academic achievement, financial need, and an express interest in pursuing post-secondary education.
  [more pdf]
   
• February 13, 2010
  2009 NCRHHA Awards Banquet
  
  The NCRHHA Awards Banquet, held at Rideau Carleton Raceway on Saturday, February 13, 2010, was an exciting evening.
  [more]
   
• January 26, 2010
  Temporary Purse Increase
  
  Rideau Carleton Raceway, in association with the National Capital Region Harness Horse Association, has agreed to a 15 per cent increase in purses through the winter meet which concludes at the end of March.
  
  RCR comptroller Pete Andrusek says with fewer race dates through the winter months, the increase in purse money is a sensible way to help the horsemen maintain viability until racing returns to its three-nights-a-week schedule at the capital oval.
  
  Commencing April 1, purses will be restored to their original level.
  
  For more information, contact Sharla Daley at 613-822-6819 .
   
• January 12, 2010
  Ultimate Racing Championship a Huge Success
  
  On Sunday, January 10, 2010 the National Capital Region Harness Horse Association and Rideau Carleton Raceway presented their first ever Ultimate Racing Championship (URC). This event saw Coville Cup winner Maxime Audet and the “Champ” Darrell Coville square off in a 15 race driver challenge in support of the Christina Polifroni Scholarship Fund. It was an amazing event, with Max in the lead for over half the night. Darrell did not bow to the pressure and came from behind, showcasing his incredible driving talent, to take the Championship.
  
  The evening was an exciting night, which supported a very worthwhile cause. Over $1200.00 was raised for the Christina Polifroni Scholarship Fund.
   
• January 11, 2010
  2009 NCRHHA Awards Banquet Announced
  
  On Saturday February 13, 2010 @ 6PM
  click for details [pdf]
   
• January 8, 2010
  Ultimate Racing Challenge Press Release
  
  On Sunday night at Rideau Carleton Darrell Coville and Maxime Audet will square off in a 15 race driver challenge in support of the Christina Polifroni Scholarship Fund. Audet has never driven in more than six contests on one program. Coville of course has seen his name listed multiple times in each race on condition sheets at Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec tracks for many years. Audet, who credits his father Michel and trainers Isabelle Darveau and Benoit Hebert for kick starting his driving career, says he intends to employ a patient driving strategy. "Obviously Darrell is going to be hard to beat but I am excited about the opportunity and I will give it my best shot", said Audet. "In particular I am looking forward to driving Rewrite The Rules, Atoka Woodstock, and O U Legacy - three very nice horses".
  
  Coville, with the pressure squarely on his shoulders to win, feels that Audet is a formidable opponent. "Max displayed patience, composure, and discipline in this summer's driver tournament. I am going to listen carefully to the trainers because I am driving some that I haven't sat behind before. I consider it an honour and a privilege to help raise money for the scholarship fund. "It is a great cause and a super way to remember Christina - she was a fine young lady".
   
• January 6, 2010
  Ultimate Racing Challenge Press Release
  
  On January 10th, Rideau Carleton Raceway and the NCRHHA are pleased and proud to present the Ultimate Racing Championship, a 15 race tilt between Darrell Coville and Maxime Audet. The event is a fundraiser for the Christina Polifroni Scholarship Fund.
  
  The purses are 1.5 times the regular levels on that day to add to the excitement for both fans and horsepeople alike. Trainers must note that two horses each race will be driven by the Challenge drivers, Audet and Coville. Their drives will be selected by the NCRHHA board. By entering your horse for the race card on Sunday 10 January, you are providing permission to allow your horse to be driven by either Coville or Audet.
   
  
• December 28, 2009
  Ultimate Racing Challenge Poster [pdf]
  
  The URC will take place on January 10, 2010 between Maxime Audet and Darrell Colville. The proceeds will go to the Christina Polifroni Scholarship Fund.
   
  
• October 20, 2009
  NCRHHA signs 5 year contact with Rideau Carleton
  
  On Sunday, October 18, 2009 the National Capital Region Harness Horse Association (NCRHHA) signed their second 5 year contract with Rideau Carleton Raceway. The NCRHHA is pleased to be representing the area horsemen and continuing with winter racing for the next 5 years. Rideau Carleton and the NCRHHA have a great relationship and both parties are pleased to have another contract in place.