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New to standardbred horseracing? Learn about Ontario Sire Stakes!

Who is Ontario Sire Stakes (OSS)? Established in 1974, it is a program dedicated to promoting the breeding of Standardbred horses in Ontario. They provide…...

Rozema’s Roundup – August

Written by: Chad Rozema, Grand River Raceway Raceway Manager   Hard to believe that we are three-quarters of the way through our racing season already. &#...

Grand River Raceway is showing their PINK pride for the 2nd annual Harness the Hope night!

The Grand River Raceway (GRR) is excited to host their second annual breast cancer fundraiser, Harness the Hope Night this Friday, August 18! Harness the…...

Do Better Proves Best In Battle of Waterloo; Cheese Party upsets in Battle of the Belles

Written by John Rallis Bob McIntosh sent out two elimination winners in the $205,200 Battle of Waterloo final, presented by Winbak Farm, at Grand River…...

Fields, Festivities Set For 34th Industry Day

Written by: John Rallis   Grand River Raceway is proud to host Industry Day on Monday, August 7 with a card headlined by the $138,400…...

34th Industry Day is ramping up to be one of Grand River Raceway’s best!

Grand River Raceway’s (GRR) 34th Industry Day is Civic Holiday, Monday, August 7, with a post time of 12:30 pm! At GRR, you can always…...

Rozema’s Round Up -July

Written by: Chad Rozema, Grand River Raceway Manager   We have reached the midway point of our 2023 racing season, having concluded the month of…...

McIntosh Sweeps Battle of Waterloo Eliminations

Hall of Fame conditioner, Bob McIntosh, will send out a pair of hopefuls in the Battle Of Waterloo Final next week, following a sweep of…...

Battle of Waterloo Draws 11; ‘Belles’ attracts 12

Written by: John Rallis, for Grand River Raceway   Eliminations will go for both of Grand River Raceway’s marquee events after 11 dropped into the…...

Gus is The 2023 Wiener Dog Champion at Grand River Raceway!

Gus, the 4-year-old miniature dachshund, raced to the finish line taking home the grand prize of Grand River Raceway 2023 Wiener Dog Champion once again…...