Judge

The Regulatory Compliance Branch is seeking a Judge to play a key role in maintaining the integrity, safety, and fairness of racing in Ontario. This position ensures that all requirements under the Horse Racing Licence Act and the Rules of Racing are consistently upheld, while overseeing the conduct of racing officials, owners, trainers, drivers, and others involved in the care and control of horses. This role is critical to protecting the public interest and supporting a secure and well-regulated racing environment.

What You Will Do:

• Officiate racing by observing contests to ensure fair competition.
• Make rulings and assign penalties, and provide evidence at appeal hearings to support those rulings.
• Participate in investigations into alleged rule violations and recommends improvements to investigative procedures.
• Make operational decisions at the racetrack.
• Ensure the accurate completion of official documentation (daily reports, race programs, race charts) in collaboration with other Judges.

• Keep the Senior Judge and fellow Judges fully informed to support consistent decision-making and smooth race operations.

• Participate in Judges’ hearings as required to support fair, transparent, and timely resolution of racing matters.
• Supervise all association officials and employees in the performance of their duties.
• Provide guidance to minor officials during the running of the races.

You Have: 

• Thorough knowledge of the applicable Standardbred and/or Thoroughbred Rules of Racing.
• Completion of Standardbred Canada’s examination and accreditation requirements to qualify for appointment as a Judge.
• Directly related experience in horse racing, racing officiating, or racing operations, with the ability to make sound operational decisions and exercise independent, impartial judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply rules, investigate alleged violations, make rulings, assign penalties, and support decisions in formal hearings and appeals.
• Knowledge of legal procedures and applicable federal and provincial legislation relevant to horse racing.
• Strong communication, analytical, and documentation skills, including the ability to communicate decisions clearly and collaborate effectively with fellow Judges and racing industry stakeholders.
• A valid G driver’s licence with an acceptable driving record.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work variable hours, including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a criminal background check.

Nice to Have:

• Extensive experience as a Judge or in a comparable horse racing regulatory or officiating role.
• Racing Officials Accreditation Program (ROAP) accreditation or equivalent advanced training in racing officiating or adjudication.
• Demonstrated experience handling complex racing investigations, formal hearings, appeals, or contentious regulatory matters, including the assessment of evidence and application of the Rules of Racing.