Thoroughbred Ownership Model
The Barn Racing Ventures is a fractional ownership group offering partners the opportunity to participate in the ownership of Thoroughbred racehorses competing at world-renowned Woodbine Racetrack in Ontario, Canada. With its exceptional facilities and purse structure, we believe this model provides a unique opportunity to enjoy the sport of horse racing while participating responsibly and transparently.
Ownership is offered at $650 CAD per 1% share. This fee includes the purchase price of the horse as well as ordinary training, veterinary, and farrier expenses associated with that horse for the 2026 racing season. Extraordinary veterinary expenses, if incurred, will be shared proportionally among all partners and paid from the upkeep fund, with full transparency provided in financial statements.
In the event the partnership horse is sold via private purchase or claimed, provisions are in place for reinvestment. If the horse is sold prior to making three starts, the partnership will automatically reinvest in a replacement horse at no additional cost, using any remaining upkeep funds toward the new acquisition.
The partnership will be reviewed in early December. If continuation is deemed viable, the partnership may proceed into the following season by majority vote. If dissolution is required, remaining funds will be distributed pro rata among partners, accompanied by full financial statements, with payments issued in early January via e-transfer, PayPal, or cheque. These same methods are accepted for the purchase of ownership shares.
There is no limit to the number of shares an individual may purchase, with a minimum ownership of 1%. The managing partner does not charge management fees, sales commissions, or markups on horse purchases or sales. Compensation to the managing partner consists of ten (10) 1% ownership shares, aligning management incentives directly with partnership success.
Due to licensing regulations in Ontario, the minimum ownership interest required for individual licensing through the ACGO is 5%. To simplify participation, ownership is structured through a partnership agreement that can be printed, signed, and returned, forming a legally binding contract between participants and The Barn Racing Ventures.
Should a partner wish to exit during the season, reasonable efforts will be made to sell the ownership interest to a willing buyer at a pro-rated value based on the timing of the season. If a buyer cannot be secured, the managing partner may purchase the appraised horse value portion of the share; however, the upkeep portion will be forfeited.
Partners are encouraged to engage with the experience. Ontario-based partners are welcome to visit the barn and attend race days by appointment, meet the team and jockeys, and share in the excitement of race day participation.
A private, partners-only social media experience will provide behind-the-scenes access, including barn updates, videos, live streams, and race-day content. The managing partner will handle all inquiries and provide regular updates, including optional Zoom gatherings during race days.
Share Price: $650 CAD per 1% share
Target purchase price for first horse: $15,000–$25,000 CAD