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Congratulations to the 2024 Equestrian Canada National Award Recipients!

April 8, 2025

Ottawa, ON, April 8, 2025 – Equestrian Canada (EC) is pleased to announce the 2024 National Award recipients, recognized for their impressive achievements and contributions to the growth and success of the Canadian equestrian community.

EC would like to thank everyone who participated in the 2024 EC National Awards process, including the many individuals who submitted nominations to support deserving individuals. Across the board, the quality of the nominations was extremely high, which is a testament to the world-class athletes, owners, officials, organizations, volunteers, and supporters within the Canadian equestrian industry.

Please join us in congratulating the following recipients. More information on the winners will be published in the coming weeks!

2024 EC National Award Recipients

Gold Medal Award
Margaret Teske (Awarded Posthumously)

Lifetime Achievement Award
Sheila Skene

Junior Equestrian of the Year – The Gillian Wilson Trophy
Hailey Marr

Horse of the Year
Flip (Fidertanz x Carprilli)
Owners: Kelly Bruder & Frank Houtappels

Canadian Bred Horse of the Year
Freedom GS (Humble GS x Friedel GS)
Owner: Charlotte Schickedanz
Breeder: Charlotte Schickedanz

Owner(s) of the Year
Kelly Bruder & Frank Houtappels

Canadian Breeder of the Year
Galten Farms

Coach of the Year
Mackenzie Thiessen

Official of the Year
Susan Adey-Bagg

Volunteer of the Year
Janice Spenst

Media Award – The Susan Jane Anstey Trophy
Susan Stafford

EC would also like to thank the Recognition and Awards Committee for their time and effort in selecting the recipients, with support and input from EC stakeholders and experts. The 2024 EC Awards Committee is comprised of Peggy Hambly (Chair), Jennifer Anstey, Julie Brewster, Alison Martin, and Taylor McRae.

For more information, visit www.equestrian.ca/about/national-awards.

Questions? Comments?

Questions or comments regarding the EC National Awards can be directed to:

Sue Bundy
EC Staff Appointee to the Awards Committee / Director, Brand and Commercial
sbundy@equestrian.ca

 

 

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