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Doug Henry Inducted into Jump Canada Hall of Fame

Doug Henry was inducted into the Jump Canada Hall of Fame in the category of Builder (Individual). Jim Henry, Kaitlin Henry Armstrong, and Nancy Armstrong accepted the award from Jim Elder (second from right) on behalf of Doug Henry. Photo by Michelle C. Dunn.

Toronto, Ontario – Doug Henry was inducted into the Jump Canada Hall of Fame in a special ceremony, presented by BMO Financial Group, held Saturday evening, November 2, at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in Toronto, ON.

Inducted in the category of Builder (Individual), Henry was recognized for his outstanding achievements in support of the Canadian hunter/jumper industry.  Henry became the 45th inductee into the Jump Canada Hall of Fame, created to celebrate the heroes of hunter/jumper sport as well as to inspire current and future competitors.  In total, 20 humans, 17 horses and ponies, five organizations, and three teams have been recognized since the Jump Canada Hall of Fame’s inception in 2006.

Henry has been a staple of the Canadian equestrian community for years, devoting himself to hunter/jumper sport not only as a top rider and former member of the Canadian Equestrian Team, but also as a valued sponsor and innovator.  Through his popular Henry Equestrian Plan, also known as HEP, Henry has supported the equine community by providing leading insurance products specifically crafted to meet the varied and often complex needs of horse and farm owners.  The aim was to help take care of the horse community and, 34 years later, that ideal is still going strong.

His career has also given Henry the perfect platform to give back as a well-known competition sponsor.  HEP has been a regular supporter at some of Canada’s largest show jumping tournaments, including the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, giving equal billing to grand prix and lower level competition alike.

The special induction ceremony for Henry, presented by BMO Financial Group, was held on Saturday evening, November 2.  Following a reception for family, friends and supporters in the Royal Ballroom, the Jump Canada Hall of Fame induction was held during the final phase of the Canadian Show Jumping Championships in the Ricoh Coliseum.  Jim Elder, 1968 Olympic team gold medalist and past inductee into the Jump Canada Hall of Fame, made the presentation.  As Henry was not able to attend, family members Jim Henry, Kaitlin Henry Armstrong, and Nancy Armstrong accepted the award on his behalf.

In addition to this special induction ceremony, signs recognizing Henry as well as a select number of past Jump Canada Hall of Fame inductees are on prominent display in the Ricoh Coliseum throughout the course of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.

The Jump Canada Hall of Fame committee is comprised of Mark Samuel (Chairman), Jennifer Anstey, Evie Frisque, Muffie Guthrie, Dalene Paine, Jennifer Ward and Nancy Wetmore.

Jump Canada is the committee of Equine Canada responsible for all hunter, equitation and jumper activities in Canada from the grass roots to the international level.  Jump Canada is governed by a board, the majority of whose members are elected by the stakeholders in the sport.  For more information regarding Jump Canada programs and activities, visit http://www.equinecanada.ca/jumpcanada/.

Contact:  Jennifer Ward
Starting Gate Communications
Cell: (613) 292-5439
www.startinggate.ca

Jump Canada Hall of Fame Induction at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair

Doug Henry (mounted) will be inducted into the Jump Canada Hall of Fame in a special ceremony, presented by BMO Financial Group, on Saturday, November 2, at The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in Toronto, ON. Courtesy of Doug Henry.

Toronto, Ontario – The Jump Canada Hall of Fame and the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair have teamed up to present a very special evening, presented by BMO Financial Group, celebrating the first eight years of the Hall of Fame.  Events are planned in concert with the deciding round of the Canadian Show Jumping Championship on Saturday, November 2, promising an exciting and memorable evening.

The Jump Canada Hall of Fame is dedicated to enshrining the heroes of hunter/jumper sport, as well as to inspiring current and future competitors.  In total, 17 horses and ponies, 19 humans, five organizations, and three teams have been recognized since the Jump Canada Hall of Fame’s inception in 2006.  That number will increase by one as Doug Henry is officially inducted in the Builder (Individual) category this year.

Henry has been a staple of the Canadian equestrian community for years, devoting his life to hunter/jumper sport not only as a top rider and former member of the Canadian Equestrian Team, but also as a valued sponsor and innovator.  Through his popular Henry Equestrian Plan, also known as HEP, Henry has been able to support the equine community by providing leading insurance products specifically crafted to meet the varied and often complex needs of horse and farm owners.

His career has also given him the perfect platform to give back as a well-known competition sponsor.  HEP has been a regular sponsor at some of Canada’s largest show jumping tournaments, including the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, giving equal billing to grand prix and lower level competition alike.

“We look forward to a wonderful evening of memories, fellowship and first rate competition,” stated Hall of Fame Chairman, Mark Samuel.  “Past inductees have been invited to be recognized at the special induction ceremony and throughout the evening.  We are excited to partner with the Royal to showcase our sport and its heroes.”

The special induction ceremony for Henry, presented by BMO Financial Group, will be held on Saturday, November 2, beginning at 7 p.m. in the Royal Ballroom with cocktails and canapés.  It will be followed by a public presentation during the Canadian Show Jumping Championship at 9 p.m. in the Ricoh Coliseum.  The festivities will continue at 10:30 p.m. in the Tanbark Club.  Tickets for the Hall of Fame reception, including entry to the Tanbark Club, are available for $75 per person, or can be combined with the purchase of a box seat ticket to the Royal Horse Show for $135.  To purchase tickets, please call 416-263-3406 or email rsvp@royalfair.org.

In addition to this special induction ceremony, signs recognizing Henry as well as a select number of past inductees will be prominently displayed throughout the Ricoh Coliseum throughout the course of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.  A video montage celebrating Jump Canada Hall of Fame inductees will also be featured on the Ricoh Coliseum’s jumbotron.

The Jump Canada Hall of Fame committee is composed of Mark Samuel (Chairman), Jennifer Anstey, Evie Frisque, Muffie Guthrie, Dalene Paine, Jennifer Ward and Nancy Wetmore.

Jump Canada is the committee of Equine Canada responsible for all hunter, equitation and jumper activities in Canada from the grass roots to the international level.  Jump Canada is governed by a board, the majority of whose members are elected by the stakeholders in the sport.  For more information regarding Jump Canada programs and activities, visit http://www.equinecanada.ca/jumpcanada/.

Contact:  Jennifer Ward
Starting Gate Communications
Cell: (613) 292-5439
www.startinggate.ca

Ian Millar and Hickstead Inducted into Jump Canada Hall of Fame

Ian Millar (right) accepts his trophy from Tom Gayford at the Jump Canada Hall of Fame Gala. Photos © Michelle Dunn

November 7, 2012 – Toronto, Ontario – Ten-time Olympian Ian Millar and 2008 Olympic Show Jumping Champion horse Hickstead were inducted into the Jump Canada Hall of Fame.  Presented by BMO Financial Group, the seventh annual Induction Ceremony and Gala was held on Sunday, November 4, 2012, in Toronto, ON.

More than 300 members of the equestrian community filled the Liberty Grand to full capacity to celebrate the inductions of Millar, who set a world record with 10 Olympic appearances in London, and Hickstead, the horse who captured a nation’s heart with his winning style.

Millar, 65, was inducted in the Individual Builder category.  Fondly known as ‘Captain Canada’ to his legions of fans, Millar made his Olympic debut in 1972 and has been named to every Canadian Olympic Team since.  Tom Gayford, teammate and chef d’equipe for many of Millar’s Canadian Show Jumping Team appearances, presented Millar with his Jump Canada Hall of Fame trophy.

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Ian Millar and Hickstead to Be Inducted into Jump Canada Hall of Fame

Ian Millar and Hickstead will be the only two inductees at the Jump Canada Hall of Fame Gala. Photo Credit – Cealy Tetley

Toronto, Ontario – In an incredibly special evening honouring the greatest ambassadors of our sport, Canadian show jumping legends Ian Millar (Builder) and Hickstead (Show Jumper Horse) will be the only two inductees at this year’s Jump Canada Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Gala.  Presented by BMO Financial Group, the seventh annual black-tie event will be held on Sunday, November 4, 2012, at the Liberty Grand in Toronto, ON.

The unparalleled careers of Ian Millar, Canada’s most decorated show jumping athlete, and Hickstead, Canada’s most successful show jumping horse, will be celebrated during this year’s Ceremony.

While athletes have traditionally only been inducted once they have retired from competition, a special exception has been made in the case of Ian Millar, Olympic and Pan American Games medalist and two-time World Cup Champion, who, this summer in London, set a world record by becoming the first athlete in any sport, from any nation, to represent his country in 10 Olympic Games.  Ian will be inducted into the category of builder.

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