Equestrian Canada (EC) is pleased to announce the 2026 National and FEI classification opportunities for Para Dressage athletes in Canada.
Upcoming Classification Events
Dates | Location | Venue | Classification Type
- May 7–10, 2026 | Vancouver, BC | Southlands | FEI / National
- May 22–24, 2026 | Calgary, AB | Tilted Tiara Dressage – Anderson Ranch | FEI / National
- May 28–31, 2026 | Ottawa, ON | Ottawa Dressage Festival – Wesley Clover Parks | FEI / National
- July 10–12, 2026 | Bécancour, QC | ÉQUICO QUÉBEC – Bécancour Equestrian Complex | FEI / National
Important: Athlete classification applications must be submitted at least four (4) weeks
prior to the classification event.
Eligibility
- Classification is available to athletes who are actively competing at the EC Bronze level and are preparing to progress to Silver or Gold.
- Athletes must have a recognized medical condition resulting in an impairment that can be objectively measured.
- EC is responsible for classifying athletes for EC-sanctioned competitions in accordance with Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) Para-Equestrian Classification Rules.
- Athletes with minimal functional impairment must meet FEI criteria to compete in Para Dressage events.
- As outlined in the FEI Classification Manual, Para Equestrian classification is exclusive rather than inclusive; it is designed to identify athletes who meet the criteria for classification, not to be comprehensive for all impairments.
Learning Resources
To support athletes and coaches in deepening their understanding of Para Dressage, Equestrian Canada (EC) offers free educational modules available through the ECampus.
- Module 1: Introduction to Para Dressage
Available here and here for coaches/development points - Module 2: The Competition Pathway in Para Dressage
Available here for coaches/development points
How to Apply
Athletes interested in participating in a Classification Hub must complete the
Classification Procedures application, which requires signatures from both the
athlete and their medical doctor. Applications must be submitted at least four (4) weeks
before the event.
To request the EC Classification Procedures or more information on FEI
Classification, please contact:
Jamie-Ann Goodfellow
Program Coordinator, Para Dressage
jgoodfellow@equestrian.ca
343-308-5323