About Can-Am All Breeds

The "Can-Am All Breeds Equine Emporium" is currently entering its nineth year, the event runs mid-March in Ontario. The show includes many informative, educational seminars and clinics, an equine-based trade show and Mini Extravaganzas, sponsored by Home Hardware - presenting professionals and amateurs, which proves there is a place for everyone in the Horse Industry! The dedication to the horse industry is the commitment of all sitting on the Can-Am Board of Directors.

They include Ron Waples, Doug Millard, Mike Straw and Ross Millar. Canadian and American Racing Hall of Fame driver, Ron Waples, has accumulated over 75 million in purse winnings that represent almost 7,000 race wins. Ron has owned many prestigious horses including Hall of Fame Inductee and Pacing's Triple Crown Winner, Ralph Hanover. Mr. Waples is one of the few drivers in history who has won virtually every major stake, including the Little Brown Jug and the Hambletonian, two of the most prominent events in the world of Harness Racing. Doug Millard has been very successful as an owner of Standardbreds, raising, owning or racing some of the top trotters and pacers in Canada, such as Elegant Image and Mcdyln, both million dollar performers. When not sitting as a Director on some of Canada's major corporations, he can be found at a number of the most important North American horse sales or in the winners circle celebrating the rewards of his enthusiasm with horses. Mr. Millard, as a breeder operates Millard Farms and Chelemark Farms, based out of Sweberg, Ontario and Gainsville, Florida.

Mike Straw, owner/operator of several companies, carries the passion of the equine industry and raises Miniature Horses at his Dorchester area farm. Along with the staff and many volunteers, this broad array of horse enthusiasts represents what Canada's Horse Industry is all about. "If you don't think there's opportunity in the Horse Industry, you are mistaken. From CEOs of major racetracks to cleaning stalls and everything in between, with over 5.9 billion in investments of fixed assets and an annual economic impact of $579 million, the Horse Industry has a place for everyone!". The first event in March of 2003 was quite impressive for such a unique Canadian venture. That year attracted a remarkable 15,000 visitors. The following year, attendance increased to over 20,000. The third event established the Can-Am Equine Emporium as the largest of its kind in Canada, with well over 40,000 guests. Whilst enjoying an annually increasing popularity, the 2007 event flourished with over 50,000 attending the Emporium that featured different breeds, trade show vendors and educational presentations and speakers from around the globe. The event continued to show unparralelled growth in 2009 and had its best year to date in 2010!

In late 2009 The Partners and Board of Directors welcomed Ross Millar as the New President of the Can-Am Equine Marketing. Ross Millar is a successful business owner and the creator of the Wildly Popular "Dodge Rodeo Tour" and the "Toronto Royal Winter Fair Rodeo". Millar brings with him a seasoned promotional and Live Event team including new Operations Manager Shawn Turner and Greg O'Brien the marketing and graphics specialist behind the Dodge Rodeo Tour and the Mississauga Hershey Centre. This new group and partnership will seek to energize and add to this already successful yearly event.

The March 2011 event, held in London, Ontario, promises to be bigger and better than ever! It's the love of horses that ultimately symbolizes the success of Can-Am. The All Breeds Equine Emporium will give you an opportunity to learn about the many facets of the horse industry and it is our hope that you will come away with a new sense of wonder and excitement about our thriving, diverse horse industry." For more information, visit www.canamequine.ca

Can-Am Equine Marketing Inc. hosts the Can-Am All Breeds Equine Emporium, Canada's largest Equine education/recognition Event. Creating awareness of the Horse Industry is Can-Am's mandate. Our accomplishments include educational, breed recognition and trade events with annual double digit attendance increases.

Our objectives are to:

• stage numerous equine related lectures, presentations and opportunities that directly focus on the Equine Industry bringing more involvement from equine enthusiasts and the general public
• enhance the value and signifi cance of the Equine Industry in Canada via Education, Awareness and Trade
• create marketing opportunities by working with Agencies and Associations
• publicize Canadian Goods and Services within the industry, such as horse breeds, product manufacturers, distributors, educational facilities, etc.
• promote the improvement and increase the quality and variety of Equine Breeds
• proliferate employment within the vast Equine Industry in Canada
• annually create a Provincial Conference setting for the purpose of addressing pertinent issues affecting the Horse Industry
• facilitate the expression of Views and Goals of Canadian Equine Associations to a multi breed event
• brand the Canadian Horse Industry as United and Strong, and promote to other countries and jurisdictions

Can-Am Equine Marketing Inc. is committed to promoting the Horse Industry to its full potential. We are a privately owned company that works with many profi t and non-profi t groups. Initiating recognition of the many facets of the Horse Industry.