MPHRC News
Stretch Drive Fund Golf Tournament to be held on August 19, 2026
The Stretch Drive Fund will hold its 16th annual Golf Tournament at Fox Meadow Golf Club in Stratford, PEI, on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Shotgun start: 8:00 a.m. The Fund, an initiative of the Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Officials, was established to support individuals and families in the Maritime harness racing industry who are experiencing hardship. It also contributes to an annual scholarship awarded to deserving students whose...
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MPHRC Bursary Program Now Accepting Applications
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS The Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission (MPHRC) is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2026 MPHRC Bursary Program. The bursary program is intended to assist students pursuing...
Correction for Rule 156(2)
The Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission wishes to advise participants of a correction to Rule 156(2) of the MPHRC Rulebook. Please click to review the details in the document attached below. RULE 156(2) CORRECTION
Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission Introduces New Conduct Standards for Licensees
The Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission (MPHRC) has introduced a new set of Conduct Standards for Licensees, reinforcing its commitment to integrity, professionalism, and accountability across the harness racing industry in the Maritime Provinces.
5 and 5% Implementation Terminated
Following the previous notice regarding the proposed implementation of the 5 and 5% automatic allocation policy, and after considering concerns raised by stakeholders and partners within the industry, the Maritime Provinces Harness Racing...
Rule Updates for Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission
Please click the button below to review the MPHRC Rule Changes for 2026.
5 and 5% Implementation Update
The proposed May 1, 2026, implementation of the 5 and 5% automatic allocation policy for licensed trainers and licensed drivers in the Maritime region is on pause due to concerns raised by our partners and participants.
MPHRC Seeking Expressions of Interest for Officiating Roles
The Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission is currently seeking Expressions of Interest for various officiating roles within harness racing across the Maritime provinces. We are inviting individuals who are interested in serving in the...
Folland to assume Director of Racing Responsibilities at MPHRC
“On behalf of the Commission, I am pleased to welcome Derek Folland as the new Director of Racing with the Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission”, stated Glen Rankin Chair of the Commission. “Mr. Folland brings vast experience from a...
MPHRC Transparency Report – Barn Searches at Red Shores Charlottetown
The Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission (MPHRC) is issuing this statement in the interest of transparency following a comprehensive barn search conducted at Red Shores Charlottetown on Saturday, January 24. MPHRC investigators completed a...
MPHRC Approves 2026 Race Dates Across Six Atlantic Canadian Racetracks
The Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission (MPHRC) has approved the 2026 race dates as submitted by licensed racetracks, confirming a total of 202 race dates across six Standardbred venues in Atlantic Canada. The approved race dates by track...
Industry Notice: Amended Effective Date for Implementation of 5% Purse Allocations for Trainers and Drivers
Please be advised that the Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission (MPHRC) has approved an amendment to the previously issued Directive respecting the implementation of automatic 5% purse allocations to trainers and drivers. At its meeting of...
Industry Notice: Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) Biosecurity Advisory
Issued by: Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission (MPHRC) Date: November 28, 2025 The Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission (MPHRC) advises industry participants and racetrack operators that it continues to actively monitor...