PEI commitment to Atlantic Sire Stakes

The Atlantic Standardbred Breeders Association would like to thank the Prince Edward Island Harness Racing Industry on the recent commitment of $300,000 to the Atlantic Sire Stakes program for 2021.

The Atlantic Sires Stakes is steeped in history and has the distinction of being the first Sire Stakes program in Canada. The Atlantic Sires Stake program is open to two and three year old pacers and trotters sired by a stallion registered with the program. There are six divisions in the racing series that end off with Championship finals each October.

“The success of the Atlantic Sires Stakes program has been from the support of the provinces of Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia and in the past New Brunswick. We look forward to the continued support from all Provinces and their respective Industry Associations,” said Atlantic Standardbred Breeders Association President Wayne MacRae.

Blaine MacPherson, Chairman of the Prince Edward island Harness Racing Industry Association said ” The PEIHRIA is pleased to be able to announce an increase to $300,000 from the PEI industry to help continue to grow the Atlantic Sire Stakes program. With the upcoming Atlantic Classic Sale Friday October 9, 2020 it is a great financial boost for the industry.

by Debbie Francis, for the Atlantic Standardbred Breeders Association