Important Reminder: PTSO Renewals
Please note that before completing your EC renewal, you must first renew with your Provincial/Territorial Sport Organization (PTSO). In some cases, it may take a few business days for your PTSO to process the renewal before your EC renewal can be completed.
For a full list of PTSO websites, visit www.equestrian.ca/about/governance/provincial-territorial-partners.
Before you renew, we would like to provide you with an update to ensure you are aware of important changes for 2019, as well as the exclusive EC services, products, benefits and discounts you have access to as a valued EC Sport Licence Holder.
EC Sport Licence Fees & Structure Streamlined for 2019
Major changes to the EC Sport Licence structure for 2019 are as follows:
- Discipline-specific affiliate fees are now built into the base Sport Licence fee.
- Amateur fees have also been built into the base Sport Licence fee. Athletes will still be required to register for amateur status, but no fee will be applied.
- Annual fees for EC Officials have been standardized at $35 per designation. In addition, fees will no longer apply to Learner and Apprentice Officials.
- The Sport Licence requirements for instructors and coaches have been revised as per the table below:
To reflect the new streamlined structure for EC Sport Licences, the 2019 fees are as follows:
*2018 affiliate fees ranged from $0-40 within the disciplines, with an average price of $15. The 2018 Amateur fee was $15.
The Sport Licence structure changes will provide the equestrian community with the following benefits:
- Faster Renewals: The standardized fee structure simplifies and improves user experience during the renewal process. Your 2019 renewal through the MyEC portal will be faster and easier than ever before.
- Simplified Requirements: The simplified and streamlined join/renew process will help eliminate confusion about competition requirements. Never worry about missing out on points due to non-compliance again.
- Freedom to Compete: The streamlined Sport Licence encourages multi-discipline participation. You can now compete in any (or all!) disciplines without paying additional affiliate fees.
- Growth of Officials: The removal of Officials fees at the Learner and Apprentice levels, and standardization of Officials designation fees, encourages increased participation in the Officials program. A strong depth of trained and certified Officials benefits all participants at EC sanctioned competitions.
- Lower Costs for Coaches: The re-structure of Sport Licence requirements for EC Certified Coaches and Instructors results in significantly decreased costs for those at the Instructor, Competition Coach and Coach Specialist levels. This will encourage growth within the Coaching program, in turn providing parents and athletes with increased coaching opportunities from individuals with proven skills and credentials.
MyEC – Upgrades
Many upgrades and advances have been made to MyEC for 2019 to make your renewal process even more quick and efficient, including:
- Colour-coded Horse Recording notifications so you can see at a glance if a horse is ready to compete, or requires action (i.e. uploading a photo or renewing an expired FEI Passport).
- View, print and download both EC and FEI results for Canadian horses and riders.
- New option for lessees to manage Horse Recording Activations for their leased horses.
- FEI Horse Renewal and Rider Registration/Renewal has been integrated for one-stop renewal.
- Toggle between Individual and Corporate Sport Licence accounts for added renewal convenience.
- Easily upgrade your Sport Licence level.
Visit www.equestrian.ca/my-ec today to check out the new features and get a jump on the 2019 season!
Exclusive Benefits & Discounts
Did you know that as an EC Sport Licence Holder, you have exclusive access to exciting benefits, discounts and services?! With your 2019 renewal you can take advantage of EC bursaries, National Coaching Certification, Officials Certification, and more.
Exclusive discounts for EC Sport Licence Holders include special pricing on all your insurance needs from Henry Equestrian Insurance Brokers Ltd. (HEP), the official insurance provider of EC. To find out more about what HEP has to offer, call 1-800-565-4321 or visit www.hep.ca. Traveling this winter? HEP’s travel insurance also includes emergency medical expenses incurred while riding, training and competing! Call 1-855-205-2548 to learn more.
Plus you can enjoy exceptional discounts from leading companies, including John Deere, Sherwin-Williams, Park’N FLY and Choice Hotels Canada. See the full list of services, benefits and discounts by visiting www.equestrian.ca/programs-services/benefits-discounts.
QUICK TIP… Don’t forget that as an EC Sport Licence Holder, you automatically have access to Provincial and Territorial Equestrian Sport Organization programs, services, and benefits. Check your association’s website for more details.
Thank You!
On behalf of all EC staff, thank you for your continued support and involvement in the Canadian equestrian industry, and have a safe and enjoyable year in any and all of your equestrian pursuits in 2019!
Questions? Comments?
If you have any questions or comments regarding your 2019 EC renewals, don’t hesitate to contact the customer service team:
Phone: Toll Free: 1-866-282-8395
Email: inquiries@equestrian.ca
Staff Directory – www.equestrian.ca/about/contact