The Ontario Racing Commission on February 25, 2016 gave approval to extend the variance to the Rules of Standardbred Racing 2012 as outlined in Standardbred Directive Number 3-2013 until such time as a complete review and substantive revisions of the Rules of Racing are completed.
CHAPTER 14
OVERNIGHT EVENTS
Rule 14.12 In overnight events, not more than one trailer shall be permitted, regardless of the size of the track. At least eight feet per horse must be provided the starters in the front tier. Exceptions on field sizes can be granted with the written permission of the Commission.
Variance granted
WFD is permitted a variance to Rule 14.12, which limits the number of trailers in overnight races to 1. WFD is permitted 2 trailers in two races per race card.
CHAPTER 18
PLACING AND MONEY DISTRIBUTION
Rule 18.01 Unless otherwise provided in the conditions, all purses shall be distributed on the dash basis with the money awarded according to a horse’s position in each separate dash or heat of the race. Purse money distribution in overnight events shall be limited to five monies.
Variance granted
WFD is permitted a variance to Rule 18.01, which limits the purse distribution in overnight races to 5th place. WFD is permitted to distribute purse monies to 6th place for the two races per race card that carry the extra trailers.
BY ORDER OF THE COMMISSION
Jean Major
Executive Director