Canada looking to hire high performance technical advisor to lead dressage team to medal podiums
December 9, 2025 at 8:48 PMBy k.braddick
Canada is looking to hire a high performance technical advisor to lead the country’s dressage team to Olympic, World Championship and Pan American Games medal podiums.
Deadline for applications to Equestrian Canada should be submitted by Jan. 31.
“This pivotal role will guide Canada’s top dressage athletes and horses, shaping and executing EC’s high-performance strategy,” the federation stated. “The Technical Advisor will provide leadership, mentorship, and technical oversight-—supporting athletes on their pathway to excellence and serving as chef d’equipe at championships and major games.
“EC is looking for a proven leader with international Grand Prix experience, who thrives in collaborative, high-performance environments.
“Strong communication, analytical and strategic planning skills are essential, along with a deep understanding of FEI (International Equestrian Federation) regulations and Safe Sport practices.”
Applicants should submit via email to cpeters@equestrian.ca a letter outlining qualifications and vision for Canadian dressage high performance, a current résumé highlighting relevant experience and three professional references.
Related Articles
Viruses ruled out in sudden death of Diallo BB
All “regionally relevant viruses including Bornavirus” have been ruled out in the sudden and unexpected death of Diallo BB, the 11-year-old rising star of Jessica von Bredow-Werndl.Benjamin Werndl, Jessica’s brother, was reported by Dressage-News.com to state that a possible explanation for the death of Diallo Jan.
DressageJanuary 10, 2026
Jane ridden by Marcus Orlob to Wellington CDI3* Grand Prix Special Victory
Increasingly calmer Jane ridden by Marcus Orlob to victory in Wellington's Global Dressage Festival CDI3* Grand Prix Special on second highest score in almost two years at Big Tour.Marcus and the 12-year-old mare were awarded 74.681%, the duo’s highest score in the United States and exceeded only by 75.340% in Kronberg, Germany in June 2024. The pair were selected for the U.S.
DressageJanuary 10, 2026
Christian Simonson on Indian Rock Wins Wellington World Cup
Christian Simonson posted a personal best score on Indian Rock to win Wellington World Cup Freestyle to clinch a start in the Final at Fort Worth, Texas in April.The victory for Christian and the 13-year-old stallion outdoors under lights for the first time scored 81.445% before a packed Global Dressage Festival stadium.
DressageJanuary 9, 2026
Latest News
Lisa Goldman-Smolen Earns Alliant Private Client Cup Win at HITS Ocala
By nearly a full second, Lisa Goldman-Smolen rode Romeo B to victory in the 1.40-meter Alliant Private Client Cup at the HITS Ocala January Classic I. Hayley Waters Wear and Over Lux immediately followed Goldman-Smolen in the arena, trying to catch her time, yet finished in second. The two women were the only ones to finish the jump-off in under 40 seconds.
Jumping3 hours agoOlympic Champion Eric Lamaze Fined $1.6 Million
As reported by equnews.com, on December 30, a U.S. court ordered Canadian show jumper and Olympic champion Eric Lamaze to pay damages, costs, and fees totaling more than $1.6 million.The court ruled in favor of former investor and family friend Lorna Guthrie. The legal dispute centered on the sale of the top mare Nikka VD Bisschop and dragged on for around two years.
Jumping5 hours agoChristian Ahlmann's D'Aganix 2000 Z Dies Young
Christian Ahlmann's D'Aganix 2000 Z is no longer with us. At the age of only 12, the stallion had to be euthanized this Thursday morning due to a serious injury he sustained while being unloaded in Leipzig. As Christian Ahlmann announced on social media, D'Aganix 2000 Z was able to free himself from the truck while being unloaded for reasons that are still unclear.
Jumping6 hours ago