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Stable Owners Association of Alberta will strive to improve communication and familiarity among the equine community.
Who are We?
Founded in 2022, the purpose of the Stable Owners Association of Alberta (a registered not for profit) is to promote communication among stable owners and managers in Alberta and to provide a unified voice for the stable owners when addressing issues that affect the equine community.
The association represents a diverse community of stable owners ranging from lifestyle only stable owners to small family run stables, to large equestrian centres.
The association is committed to promoting best practices in horse care, stable management and equine welfare, while fostering a supportive and connected community.
Each year we host three ZOOM meetings discussing relevant information on stable issues (November through March) and one face to face conference weekend in January.
- Partner with organizations, communities and publications to advertise Equine and agricultural events to showcase equine facilities and programs in a given community.
- Grow the horse industry by generating more customers who may be new to the horse world.
- Strengthen relationships between equine and other integral businesses (veterinary services, truck and trailer sales, professional services, etc.)
- Develop the understanding that horses and the activities of stable owners are, indeed, agriculture and need to be respected, defined and assessed as such.
- Developing Specific Bio-Security Protocol
- Communicate local and provincial health issues to the greater industry.
Key Areas of Focus:
In our pursuit of a stronger equine community, we are actively engaged in addressing critical issues impacting stable owners, including:
- Revised Land Use By-Laws: Advocate for fair and practical land use regulations that support the sustainable growth of the equine community.
- Waste Management: Address concerns regarding manure and waste disposal to ensure environmentally responsible practices.
- Taxation Challenges: Work towards resolving business, farm, and property tax issues that impact stable owners.
- Government Communication: Establish effective channels of communication with municipal and provincial governments to represent our interests.
- Collaborate to find solutions for challenges related to clients and borders.
- Health and Pandemic Protocols: Stay proactive in developing and implementing health and pandemic protocols to ensure the well-being of both equines and their caretakers.
- Animal Keepers Act (formerly known as the Stable Keepers Act): Stay vigilant on revisions to the Animal Keepers Act to protect the interests of stable owners.
- Insurance Matters: Advocate for fair and affordable insurance options for the equine community.
- Rodent Control: Address issues related to rodent control that can impact stable operations.