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Acera Insurance Is Becoming Navacord: What AEF Members Need to Know
Effective November 1, 2026, AEF’s insurance partner, Acera Insurance, will begin operating under the Navacord name. While members will begin seeing a new name and branding, the insurance coverage, optional products, equine expertise and service available through AEF membership are not changing as a result of the rebrand. What does this mean for AEF members?…
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Learn More About Safe Sport: Free Alberta Town Halls
The Alberta Sport Leadership Association (ASLA) is hosting a series of free Safe Sport Town Halls across Alberta this November and December. These in-person sessions will provide a practical, plain-language overview of the Alberta Universal Code of Conduct and how the Alberta Safe Sport Complaint Mechanism works in our province. AEF encourages coaches, trainers, athletes…
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Protect. Save. Participate. Belong.
Extended Memberships are available now! There has never been a better time to join or renew with AEF. New and returning members can take advantage of our Extended Membership offer and enjoy the remainder of 2026 plus all of 2027 with a single membership. Whether you ride, own, lease, volunteer, coach, officiate, compete, organize events,…
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Alberta Equestrian Federation Opens Nominations for Annual Provincial Awards
Annual awards program recognizes the people, horses, and facilities shaping Alberta’s equestrian community Calgary, AB — The Alberta Equestrian Federation (AEF) is proud to announce that nominations for the Annual Provincial Awards are now open and will remain open until November 30. The awards celebrate the outstanding individuals, horses, and facilities that strengthen Alberta’s equestrian…
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NCCP Online Video Evaluation – Fall Intake
The Alberta Equestrian Federation (AEF) is pleased to offer a Fall Online Video Evaluation Intake for NCCP Instructor and Competition Coach certification in both English and Western disciplines. This evaluation format allows candidates to complete their lesson evaluation remotely through video submission while meeting NCCP and Equestrian Canada standards. How the Online Evaluation Process Works…
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NCCP In-Person Coaching Evaluation – Calgary, Fall 2026
AEF is pleased to host an in-person NCCP Coach Evaluation at Willow Grove Stables in Calgary on November 7, 2026. Important: Prerequisites Must Be Completed Prior to Evaluation Please read through all prerequisites carefully prior to registration to ensure they are met, or can be fully completed, before the evaluation date. All candidates must meet…
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Investing in Alberta’s Equine Future: Celebrating the 2026 AEF Scholarship Recipients
The Alberta Equestrian Federation (AEF) is proud to support the next generation of equine industry professionals through our Educational Scholarship Program. Made possible through the generous support of donors and the sale of AEF lapel pins, these scholarships help members pursue post-secondary education and build meaningful careers in Alberta’s equine industry. The AEF extends its…
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Equine Emergency Disaster Fund Applications Open May 15, 2026
Financial assistance for Alberta equine owners affected by wildfire, flood, and other declared emergencies. Horse owners across Alberta will once again have access to critical financial relief through the Equine Emergency Disaster Fund, with applications opening May 15, 2026. The fund was created to support Alberta’s equine community during times of crisis, including wildfires, floods,…
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Alberta Equestrian Federation Elects New Board Members at Annual General Meeting
New directors join as AEF focuses on Safe Sport, member value, and a stronger, more connected equestrian community. The Alberta Equestrian Federation (AEF) held its virtual Annual General Meeting on March 26, 2026, bringing members together from across the province to reflect on the past year and set a steady course for the future of…