Horse Council BC in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture is embarking on a province wide horse industry study. The purpose of this study is to determine the current status of the horse industry and estimate its economic benefits and values to the provincial economy. This study will focus on the broad scope of all business and services in BC directly and indirectly related to the horse industry. The changing perspective of agriculture and livestock among the general public has a direct impact on issues such as environmental stability and animal welfare.  These issues are important to all horse people and must be addressed through valid and acceptable strategies by the equine industry stakeholders.

In 1998, the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands along with Horse Council BC did a detailed survey to estimate the size of the horse industry and its economic contribution to British Columbia economy. Results from this 1998 survey indicated land use exceeded 245,000 acres and an annual economic impact of 771 million dollars.

The past eleven years have seen significant population growth, economic challenges and a changing perspective of agriculture and livestock among the general public. These issues along with economic changes in BC necessitate an in depth review of the horse industry in its current state. Your input is extremely valuable. This is your opportunity to have a say in the direction you want to see your industry grow. Please take a few minutes and complete
the Equine Industry survey.

Our Horses Our Industry!!

Complete 2009 Equine Industry Survey  

If you would like a copy of the survey mailed to you contact the HCBC office.
Kelly Coughlin 604-856-4304 email industry@hcbc.ca

"Funding Provided By"

 Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Canadian Agricultural Adaptation Program (CAAP). In BC, this program is delivered by the Investment Agriculture