Niatross and Secretariat among this year’s inductees, limited tickets still available for the evening celebrations
TORONTO, ON, Aug. 9, 2013 – The 37th Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Gala Fundraising Dinner on August 15th promises to be an evening of celebrations as thirteen new members, including Niatross and Secretariat, join the best of Canadian Horse Racing. Held at the Mississauga Convention Centre, the evening will be emceed by Jim Bannon, Woodbine Entertainment Group Thoroughbred Racing Analyst and will feature a cocktail reception, a fantastic auction lineup, a four course gourmet dinner and the Induction Ceremony.
An impressive list of live and silent auction items has been provided by generous donors including Adena Springs, The Royal Horse Show, Langdon Hall, Equilease Corp., Gustav Schickedanz and the Woodbine Entertainment Group. All proceeds from the auction will go directly toward helping the Hall of Fame recognize the achievements of those that have built and established the roots of horse racing in Canada.
Live Auction
- Breeding season to Silent Name, Canada’s leading Thoroughbred sire in 2013, and sire of three International individual Grade 1 horses in 2013. The stallion was campaigned and is owned by Wertheimer et Frère, who own the French luxury brand, the House of Chanel, known for the “little black dress”, le parfum Chanel No. 5 and the iconic Chanel suit. He is by Sunday Silence-Danzigaway (Danehill) and stands at Adena Springs North in Ontario (donated by Adena Springs).
- An accommodation and spa package at luxurious Langdon Hall in Cambridge, ON, voted the best hotel in Canada two years in a row (donated by Langdon Hall and Jim Bannon)
- Dinner at the Turf Club Lounge and tickets to the New York Islander vs Toronto Maple Leafs Hockey Game – Tuesday, November 19, 2013 (donated by WEG)
- Breeding season to Hall of Fame stallion Langfuhr, sire of 2012 Hall of Fame Inductee Jambalaya and Grade 1 winning multimillionaires Euroears, Lawyer Ron and Wando. Langfuhr is by Danzig-Sweet Briar Too (Briartic) and stands at Lane’s End Farm, Versailles, KY (donated by Gustav Schickedanz, Schonfeld Farms)
Silent Auction
- 4 box seat tickets to The Royal Horse Show, Friday November 8th including Tanbark Lounge access (donated by the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair)
- 2 Tickets located in Row 8, behind the basket, at the LA Clippers vs Toronto Raptors game, Saturday, January 25th (donated by Equilease Corp.)
- A one of a kind pendant created from a vintage, Standardbred-themed stamp (created and donated by Horsefeathers Equestrian Jewellery)
- Framed limited edition print by Linda Shantz of 2009 Hall of Fame inductee Somebeachsomewhere
- Framed limited edition print by Debbie Goldring of 1976 Hall of Fame inductee Northern Dancer, the original of which hangs permanently in the Hall.
- Plus many more items from sports memorabilia and tickets to equine art and collectibles, there’s a little something for everyone.
See below for a complete list of auction items
The gala will celebrate the induction of Standardbred honourees Niatross, Admirals Express, Eternal Camnation, Doug Harkness, Carl Jamieson and William Rowe along with Thoroughbred counterparts Secretariat, Sealy Hill, Soaring Free, Sid Attard, Phil England, John Sikura Jr. and Bruce Walker.
The event will also pay tribute to 2013 Legend honourees Celias Counsel, Hidden Treasure, Jack Hood, and Samuel Johnston.
Previous inductees scheduled to attend this year’s event include Jockeys Ron Turcotte and Sandy Hawley, Trainers Mark Frostad, Robert Tiller and Larry Attard, Driver/Trainer Bill O’Donnell, with additional names expected to be added in the coming days.
The reception and silent auction will commence at 5:30 p.m., followed by a four course dinner, live auction and induction ceremonies at 6:30 p.m. Woodbine Entertainment Group Thoroughbred Racing Analyst Jim Bannon will MC the festivities.
We wish to thank our wine 2013 wine sponsor, Niagara Region winery, 20 Bees for their generous support.
Tickets are available for $175 per person or $1,700 for a table sponsorship which includes 8 tickets and a $300.00 donation to the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame by contacting Linda Rainey 416-417-9404 or linda.rainey@canadianhorseracinghalloffame.com .
2013 Live and Silent Auction Items
LIVE AUCTION
- An accommodation and spa package at luxurious Langdon Hall in Cambridge, ON, voted the best hotel in Canada two years in a row. Donated by Langdon Hall and Jim Bannon
- Dinner at the Turf Club Lounge and tickets to the New York Islander vs Toronto Maple Leafs Hockey Game – Tuesday, November 19, 2013. – Donated by WEG
- Breeding season to Silent Name, Canada’s leading Thoroughbred sire in 2013, and sire of three International individual Grade 1 horses in 2013. The stallion was campaigned and is owned by Wertheimer et Frère, who own the French luxury brand, the House of Chanel, known for the “little black dress”, le parfum Chanel No. 5 and the iconic Chanel suit. He is by Sunday Silence-Danzigaway (Danehill) and stands at Adena Springs North in Ontario. – Donated by Adena Springs.
- Breeding season to Hall of Fame stallion Langfuhr, sire of 2012 Hall of Fame Inductee Jambalaya and Grade 1 winning multimillionaires Euroears, Lawyer Ron and Wando. Langfuhr is by Danzig-Sweet Briar Too (Briartic) and stands at Lane’s End Farm, Versailles, KY. – Donated by Gustav Schickedanz, Schonfeld Farms
SILENT AUCTION
- Limited Edition 4 Roses Secretariat Triple Crown 40th Anniversary Bourbon selected by Penny Chenery and signed by Ron Turcotte and the Master Distiller
numbered bottle – 578/3504 - A one of a kind pendant created from a vintage, Standardbred-themed stamp – Donated by Horsefeathers Equine Jewellery
- 4 Tickets to the Royal Horse show, Friday, November 8, 2013, including access to the Tanbark Club – Donated by The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
- Omega Alpha Product Gift Package – Donated by Omega Alpha
- Secretariat Collector Plate
- 2 Kentucky Derby Mugs – with Coffee accessories
- Equestrian Themed Men’s Silk Tie
- Ladies Equestrian Themed Scarf
- Equestrian Themed Tablecloth with wine and wine glasses
- Framed limited edition print by Debbie Goldring of 1976 Hall of Fame inductee Northern Dancer, the original of which hangs permanently in the Hall
- Framed Photo of 2013 Hall of Fame Inductee Eternal Camnation
- Framed Secretariat 1973 Kentucky Derby Commemorative Program Page – signed by Ron Turcotte and Charlie Davis – Donated by John Stapleton
- Equifera Wines Gift Package – Donated by Equifera
- Framed Racing Royalty Print
- Framed B & W photo of Secretariat and Charlie Davis
- Framed Vintage Churchill Downs Entrance Poster
- Men’s Leather Belt – Donated by Freedman Harness
- Framed limited edition print by Linda Shantz of 2009 Hall of Fame inductee Somebeachsomewhere
- Print of 1842 map of Toronto showing St. Leger Race Course – Donated by John Stapleton
- Framed Racing Superstars of the 70’s poster
- Ontario Sires Stakes Clock
- 2 Tickets located in Row 8, behind the basket, at the LA Clippers vs Toronto Raptors game, Saturday, January 25th. – Donated by Equilease Corp.
- Framed Photo and program from Easy Goer’s victory in the Jockey Club Gold Cup. Signed by Pat Day – Donated by John Charalambous
- Framed replica of Secretariat’s Time Magazine Cover + $2 win ticket from Secretariat’s Last Race – Donated by John Charalambous
- “In Pursuit of Greatness” by Fred Stone. Framed limited edition print featuring Cigar, Man O’War & Secretariat – Donated by John Charalambous
- Stella & Dot Necklace and Sparkling Wine and Cupcake Trunk Show – Donated by Hailey Verity, Stella & Dot
- Selection of Kentucky Derby Glasses – Donated by John Stapleton
- “Tranquility” by Fred Stone – Framed limited edition print – #661 of 750 – signed by artist
- “The Arabians” by Fred Stone – Framed limited edition print – #535 of 750 – signed by artist
- “Under Urging” Pencil and Ink by Michelle Hogan – Limited edition #1 of 100
- “Starting Gate Experience” at Woodbine – Donated by Woodbine Entertainment Group
- Binoculars – Donated by Gentec
- Black faux leather men’s jacket by A. Emporio Collezione. Size XXL. – Donated by Lou Cauz
- Framed set of commemorative stamps honouring Northern Dancer, Armbro Flight, Big Ben and Kingway Skoal. Cancelled set of stamps, uncirculated set of stamps – Donated by Lou Cauz
- Framed set of vintage baseball collectible cards by Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, honoring stars of the 1890s – Cap Anson, Charles Comiskey, Timothy Keefe, etc. – Donated by Lou Cauz
- Framed autographed photo of NHL Hall of Fame goalie Johnny Bower with a Maple Leaf pin. – Donated by Lou Cauz
- Framed photo of Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame trainer Frank H. Merrill, three times North America’s leading trainer. – Donated by Lou Cauz
Additional items being added daily