The 2019 recipients are as follows. Click on the recipient’s name to learn more.
2019 EC NATIONAL AWARD RECIPIENTS
Lifetime Achievement Award
Christilot Boylen
Gold Medal Award
Mark Samuel
Volunteer of the Year
Laurel Vaadeland
Equestrian of the Year – The Dr. George Jacobsen Trophy
Tina Irwin
Junior Equestrian of the Year – The Gillian Wilson Trophy
Sam Walker
Horse of a Lifetime – The Hickstead Trophy
Special Ed
Horse of the Year
Laurencio
2019 Owners: Tina & Jaimey Irwin
Owner of the Year
Peter Barry
Canadian Bred Horse of the Year
Ladybug
Owner: Margaret, Robert & Simone Williams
Breeder: John Kmita
Canadian Breeder of the Year, Presented by John Deere
Darlene Morton
Health & Welfare Award
Equine Guelph
EC would like to thank everyone who participated in the 2019 EC National Awards, including the many individuals who submitted nominations to support deserving individuals. Across the board, the quality of the nominations was extremely high for 2019, which is a testament to the world-class athletes, owners, officials, organizations, volunteers and supporters within the Canadian equestrian industry.
EC would also like to thank the Awards Committee for their time and effort in selecting the 2019 recipients, with support and input from EC stakeholders and experts. The 2019 EC Awards Committee is comprised of Carla Robin (Chair), Jennifer Anstey, Mark Goldman, Peggy Hambly and Karen Sparks.
About the EC National Awards Program
The EC National Awards are presented annually to celebrate the impressive achievements of individuals, equines and organizations who have contributed to the growth and success of the equestrian community. For more information, visit www.equestrian.ca/about/national-awards.
Questions? Comments?
Questions or comments regarding the 2019 EC National Awards can be directed to:
Carla Robin
EC Awards Committee Chair
AwardsCommittee@equestrian.ca
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