History

SAM-SON FARM has been involved in the Canadian Thoroughbred Racing and Breeding for over three decades. The late Ernest L. Samuel began SAM-SON FARM in 1972, when Sam-Son Farm’s first trainer, Art Warner claimed “Takaring” at Fort Erie Racecourse. Takaring become Sam-Son Farms’ first stakes winner and in 1975, Ernie Samuel purchased his first two yearlings at the Woodbine Sales. These two fillies, NO CLASS and LOUDRANGLE became the foundation of the Sam-Son Farm Broodmare band.

Throughout the 30+ years in the thoroughbred business, Sam-Son Farm has always prided itself on its incredible team of people that have contributed so greatly to the farms’ success. Sam-Son Farm has received over 60 Sovereign Awards including Canada’s Horse of the Year 7 times, Broodmare of the Year 6 times, Owner of the Year 7 times and Breeder of the Year 6 times. Ernie Samuel was also named Canada’s Man of the Year in 1991. Sam-Son Farm and Ernie Samuel has also received 4 North American Eclipse awards, including Man of the Year in 1991. None of these accomplishments could have been possible without the dedication and outstanding efforts by everyone associated with Sam-Son Farm.

Sadly, Ernie Samuel died in May 2000, but his vision for Sam-Son Farm and his support of Canadian Thoroughbred racing continues today through the Samuel Family and the great team at Sam-Son Farm.

Sam-Son Farm-Today

SAM-SON FARM has 2 locations. The Broodmare Division, managed by Dave Whitford, is located in Milton, Ontario, Canada, and the Training Centre, managed by Tom Zwiesler is located in Ocala, Florida. Homebase for the racing operation is at Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto, with Mark Frostad as trainer for Sam-Son Farm. Tammy Samuel-Balaz is President and General Manager of Sam-Son Farm and Head office is located at the Milton Farm.