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Val Stanton is a fictional character portrayed by Wanda Cannon in the TV series Heartland.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Coming Home (season 1), they were 47 years old.
They appear in 47 episodes out of a total of 261 aired so far and have accumulated 96 positive votes.

Val Stanton

by Wanda Cannon

character

Episodes47

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    Coming Home

    episode S1.E1 october 2007
    Noted horse whisperer, Marion Fleming and her daughter, have a truck accident during the rescue of an abused horse named Spartan. Marion is killed, Amy wakes up in the hospital, and the family is left with a troubled ranch to run if they wish to carry on Marion's legacy. Marion's father pitches in. Amy's older sister, Lou returns from New York, but must overcome Amy's resentment over Lou's abandoning her roots. Meanwhile, it becomes apparent that Marion was rescuing more than just horses when Ty, a young man with a criminal record shows up to serve his probation period on the ranch. Soon Lou discovers that the family's financial woes may be more serious than anyone knew. Troubled horses, troubled teens and troubled times, can it all work out in Canada's heartland?
  • 7.9
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    After the Storm

    episode S1.E2 october 2007
    When Lou releases a horse before it's ready the ranch's reputation takes a hit. Amy is still angry about all that's happened and takes it out on Lou and Ty. Meawhile Mrs. Stanton hurries to spread the bad word, drumming up business for her own trainers.
  • 8.2
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    Breaking Free

    episode S1.E3 october 2007
    Lou stages an open house to drum up business. Amy takes on a new mare with behavioral problems. Ashley invites Ty to take her on a motorcycle ride while Jack needs his help erecting a tent for the open house and Mallory waits for him at home. Later at the open house Val Stanton challenges Amy to deal with a jumper that Val's people have been unsuccessful with.
  • 8.3
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    Best Laid Plans

    episode S1.E5 december 2007
    Lou irritates everyone when she goes overboard making a promotional video for Heartland Ranch. Ty loses his new job at Briar Ridge when Ashley's mother finds out that he's on probation.
  • 8.2
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    Thicker Than Water

    episode S1.E11 february 2008
    Lou and Amy have lunch with their dad at the ranch, and afterward Lou is hurt by how easily Amy and her father get along. Jack goes on a fly fishing date. Ty enlists Mallory's help in an unorthodox horse training idea.
  • 8.5
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    Nothing Endures

    episode S1.E12 february 2008
    Scott invites Lou to a black tie dinner on the same night as the local high school's semi-formal. Ty accompanies Amy to the local dance leaving Jack home alone to mind the ranch. When an arsonist strikes, Jack is injured and can't recall exactly what happened. Will his memory recover in time to identify the culprit?
  • 8.7
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    Coming Together

    episode S1.E13 february 2008
    Amy Fleming is preparing for the Fall Finale. Her enemy Ashley Stanton is preparing to win at all costs, but finds that there's something in her way. After asking every other professional trainer and getting no results she finds that she may need to look to her enemies for help. Secrets are finally revealed and more suspicions arise, leaving us dreading everyday until the season 2 release.
  • 8.3
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    Gift Horse

    episode S2.E3 october 2008
    Amy receives a horse for her birthday, which leads her to decide whether she wants to continue helping at heartland or pursuing a career in show-jumping.
  • 8.2
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    Corporate Cowgirls

    episode S2.E5 november 2008
    Lou takes three of her former New York co-workers on the Heartland Equine Retreat trail ride. She ropes in Jack, Amy and Tim to assist. Ty encounters Kit Bailey for the first time. Caleb introduces Kit to Ashley Stanton in order to set her up with a training partner and a horse, as she's taken up barrel racing. Val is terribly upset when she finds out, and decides that Ashley doesn't need her show-jumper, Apollo. Mallory takes Spartan out for a ride, and loses him momentarily. When he becomes ill later on, Ty realizes the horse must have eaten pesticide-sprayed grass. With the help of Kit and Caleb, he gets the remedy down Spartan's throat, saving the horse's life. Lou's friends depart after returning from the trail ride, having each learned a little something about themselves, and each other.
  • 8.2
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    Holding Fast

    episode S2.E6 november 2008
    Amy tries to help an RCMP horse who's become skittish around water after his constable rescues a 15 year old from drowning. Mallory asks Jack's advice about how to get rid of an unwanted boy friend... be too busy to see him. Suddenly Lisa seems too busy for Jack. Meanwhile Lou recommends Scott to the local polo team, but Scott is worried that he got the job because of Lou's relationship with the team's captain, Nick Harwell. But is either Fleming girl really ready to settle down? Lou is awfully smitten by the hunky RCMP constable and Amy still seems mighty intrigued by Caleb.
  • 8.4
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    Sweetheart of the Rodeo

    episode S2.E7 november 2008
    It's rodeo time and the Heartland crew is all involved. Amy decides to try team roping at the rodeo, with Caleb. When Tim's advice gives Caleb second thoughts, Ty is glad to help Amy practice, until Jack convinces Caleb to make good on his commitment and take her back. Meanwhile Lou pulls such a nutty while sponsoring Soroya for the Queen of the Rodeo contest that she loses her contestant. Ty's feeling left out but what a novice cowboy to do?
  • 8.4
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    Summer's End

    episode S2.E8 november 2008
    One night during a late summer heat wave Ty's dad shows up with a truck full of sick and thirsty horses bound for the slaughterhouse. As Scott and the hands at Heartland work to save the horses Lou calls the police but they can do nothing. When Amy recognizes one of the horses as Apollo, Ashley Stanton's old jumping horse, the mystery deepens. Lou looks into buying and rescuing the animals while Ashley confronts her mother and Ty warily spends some time with his disreputable father.
  • 8.5
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    Showdown!

    episode S2.E9 december 2008
    Mallory's dad's got a gold record and a new plan for Mallory... Boarding school. Meanwhile Amy's back in school as well leaving more of the chores to Jack, Caleb and Ty. Ashley's staying at Heartland, much to her mother's dismay, and has promoted herself to VP of guest relations. Ty is still trying to make amends with Amy for his latest relationship snafu, while Caleb likes the way things are working out. Lou's seeing more of Constable Mark because of a recent upsurge in cattle rustling.
  • 8.3
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    Seismic Shifts

    episode S2.E13 february 2009
    Lou continues to chat on-line with the guy that Lisa connected her up with and agrees to meet him. Meanwhile an oil company prospecting (and blasting) near Heartland has upset everyone except two dude Ranch guests who are addicted to fishing and Lou's cinnamon rolls. Caleb tries to mend fences with Amy but when Ashley moves into his trailer things get more complicated.
  • 8.2
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    Do or Die

    episode S2.E14 february 2009
    Amy and Caleb continue to battle over Ashley's staying at his place. Meanwhile Val may need Ashley but is unable to seal their rift. Ty is upset because his former probation officer brings a couple of troubled kids to the dude ranch. Peter continues to try and charm Lou.
  • 8.6
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    Dark Horse

    episode S2.E15 march 2009
    Kit asks Ty to help her re-home a horse that she was given. Amy agrees to help Caleb with team roping but backs out when it means being around Kit and Ty more than she wants. Jack and Tim lock horns about their last competition in the Hudson Derby when Lou resurrects the event as a fund raiser to help Mrs. Bell and others with some county legal problems.
  • 8.6
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    The Ties That Bind

    episode S2.E16 march 2009
    Spartan, that horse that Amy and her mom rescued, is stolen. When Spartan turns up at a horse auction and is bought by Wes, the man who tried to burn down the Fleming's barn, Amy is determined to get him back, despite not having the proper bill of sale. Meanwhile Lou tries to keep it quiet that she's dating the oilman, Peter.
  • 8.9
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    Step by Step

    episode S2.E18 march 2009
    Ty and Amy finally get some alone time when they make a trip up to the mountains to feed some wild horses, but Ty passes out with a high fever and a blizzard makes their remote location a problem. Lou finally comes clean with Jack on the fact that she's dating an oilman. Ashley is upset to learn that her mother sponsored Caleb on the rodeo circuit to separate them.
  • 8.6
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    Miracle

    episode S3.E1 october 2009
    An accident on the highway involving a school bus and a trailer full of Olympics bound horses leads to sudden fame for Amy and a surge of business at Heartland.
  • 8.2
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    Little Secrets

    episode S3.E2 october 2009
    Business at Heartland is booming because of Amy's sudden fame. When 10-year-old Taylor and her mother arrive at the ranch Tim promises to have Amy help them, despite how overwhelmed she is.
  • 8.2
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    Glory Days

    episode S3.E5 november 2009
    Ty is trying to make a decision about his future. His apprenticeship with Scott Cardinal takes him to the Bailey ranch where Kit's mare is about to deliver. The idea of Ty and Kit spending time together makes Amy a little jealous.
  • 8.2
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    Growing Pains

    episode S3.E6 november 2009
    When Scott asks Amy and Ty to help raise an orphaned foal, the stress of having a newborn puts a strain on their relationship. Meanwhile Lou has arranged for an oil exec to visit the ranch in hopes of helping Peter arrange a business deal. Ashley and her mother are still trying to work out the kinks in their newly reborn relationship, and a cougar has been spotted around the ranch.
  • 8.6
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    Broken Arrow

    episode S3.E9 december 2009
    Amy and Ty are fighting about what to do on Ty's last day before he leaves for university. When Scott gets a call about an injured horse in Golden, Ty volunteers to fly along with Scott to assist. Amy goes to the airport to meet Ty upon his return and learns the plane is missing.
  • 8.4
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    The Happy List

    episode S3.E14 january 2010
    After getting a clean bill of health from her doctor Val Stanton is eager to enjoy life. She renews her interest in show jumping and hires Amy to coach her. Mallory is jealous when it appears Jake has a new girlfriend.
  • 8.5
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    Second Chances

    episode S3.E15 march 2010
    Amy and Ty find Mr. Hanley's horses wandering along the road. When they return them to the Hanley ranch it appears to be abandoned. Lou is invited to WWAHH, an organization of working women started by her friend Marnie, where she meets a lawyer, Caroline Hanley. Noticing the connection, Amy convinces Caroline to help her brother, Mr. Hanley, save his ranch.
  • 8.4
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    Spin Out!

    episode S3.E16 march 2010
    Caleb tries to push everyone away as he struggles to deal with his accident. Mallory is interested in joining her school riding club and gets a little help from Amy and Caleb.
  • 8.6
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    In the Cards

    episode S3.E18 march 2010
    Lou and Peter must get married quickly because Peter needs to move to Dubai. Caleb is desperate to repair his relationship with Ashley. Amy has been invited to go on the Ring of Fire tour and Ty is feeling restless, wanting to set out on his own before beginning university.
  • 8.2
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    Homecoming

    episode S4.E1 september 2010
    Lou is in Dubai. Caleb & Ashley are on the circuit, and Amy has just returned from the Ring of Fire tour and Jack is glad that folks are coming home as the ranch is too much for him by himself. Then, Amy is disappointed that Ty's homecoming doesn't go as planned when he shows up with a female "friend" on the back of his motorcycle.
  • 8.4
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    Road Curves

    episode S4.E3 october 2010
    Mrs. Bell has an accident in her pony cart and Ty needs to treat Sugarfoot at Heartland. Lou has extended her stay at the ranch and is ducking calls from Peter who's still in Dubai. Chase shows up at the ranch and wants Amy to do a clinic with him. Ashley wants to host a birthday dinner for her Mother despite Caleb's misgivings.
  • 8.5
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    Graduation

    episode S4.E4 october 2010
    As graduation looms, change comes to Heartland. Amy is offered a full scholarship at a university in Colorado. To Mallory's chagrin, Badger comes to work as a hand at the ranch. Lou and Tim arrange a deal to sell the dude ranch to Lisa. After several pointed suggestions from her mother, Ashley thinks about her future life with Caleb.
  • 8.6
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    Jackpot!

    episode S4.E7 november 2010
    When Caleb needs some cash for a down-payment on his trailer lot he enters a team roping event. Amy is upset when he asks Kit to be his roping partner. Meanwhile Badger is trying to interpret the mixed signals he's getting from Mallory about their relationship status. Tim considers selling Lightning Dexter, his race horse, rather than keeping it through its convalescence period.
  • 8.4
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    One Day

    episode S4.E8 november 2010
    Amy is hired to teach a class of convicts about horse training as part of their work program. Ty is surprised when one of the cons turns out to be an old friend. Meanwhile Badger's summer at the ranch is coming to an end and he's upset that Mallory might just be using him in an effort to gain Jake's attention.
  • 8.4
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    Local Hero

    episode S4.E9 december 2010
    Lou comes back from Dubai to spend time with the family. Ty and Amy discover where her father's rustled cattle are being pastured and the whole family rides out to bring them back. Meanwhile Ashley's mother offers to give Ashley the lot that the trailer is on if she'll get Caleb to sign a marriage contract (pre-nup)
  • 8.1
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    Mood Swings

    episode S4.E10 january 2011
    When an irate Grant, Ty's travel buddy shows up at Heartland to punch out Ty for "kissing Blair" the disclosure puts Ty and Amy's relationship in jeopardy. Meanwhile finding out that their marriage was not legal puts Caleb and Ashley into a turmoil. All the relationship drama makes Lou question her marriage with Peter.
  • 8.5
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    Lost Song

    episode S4.E12 january 2011
    Jack resists taking a trip to France with Lisa while dealing with some old memories resurrected by remodeling Marion's room into a nursery. Caleb asks Ty to be his best man but has difficulty asking him to move out as Ashley wants. Amy agrees to be a bridesmaid at Ashley and Caleb's wedding.
  • 8.8
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    Passages

    episode S4.E18 march 2011
    Ty and Amy take on a pair of Clydesdales with the help of Sugarfoot. Lou's water breaks while Peter is out of town. When a horse crazed boy and his mom show up at Heartland, Tim learns that he's got a son that he never knew about.
  • 8.4
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    The Big Red Wall

    episode S8.E2 october 2014
    Ty gets caught in the middle of Amy's and Caleb's disagreement over training a horse. Georgie is still upset over what she found on the internet and gives Amy the cold shoulder. Georgie finds an online animal sanctuary that she wants to donate to, but finds out that things on the internet aren't always what they seem.
  • 8.6
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    All I Need Is You

    episode S8.E17 march 2015
    Lou spearheads preparations for the big day while Amy throws herself into gentling a rescue horse in order to avoid all the wedding craziness. But Amy and Ty's happy future is jeopardized when Ty is unexpectedly arrested for assault. Meanwhile, Georgie observes an intimate moment between Lou and Peter and nurtures hope that they are getting back together. And Tim risks telling Casey how he feels about her, and then obsesses over her response.
  • 9.4
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    Written in Stone

    episode S8.E18 march 2015
    In order to give Amy and Ty the wedding they really want, Lou struggles to deal with a slew of last minute hurdles.
  • 8.5
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    No Regrets

    episode S9.E14 february 2016
    Georgie's school project on Val Stanton inspires her to take a risk with Adam.
  • 8.1
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    Baby on Board

    episode S11.E1 february 2018
    Ty struggles when his mom makes an unexpected visit in hopes of bonding with her granddaughter.
  • 8.3
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    Decision Time

    episode S11.E3 october 2017
    Georgie has a difficult decision to make regarding her equine skills. New parents Amy and Ty try to maintain a social life. Mitch confides in Jack about his move to Calgary. A new competitor shows up Jade at practice.
  • 8.5
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    How to Say Goodbye

    episode S11.E4 october 2017
    Amy and Ty prepare a wild horse for overseas transport, but find it more difficult than expected. While training with Flame, Georgie is distracted by Wyatt returns. Jack and Lisa clash as they discuss the next step in their relationship.
  • 8.7
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    A Fine Balance

    episode S11.E10 january 2018
    Amy and Tim arrive in Mongolia, but find out that Ty is in danger. Georgie's confidence is rattled by Val right before her upcoming competition. Mitch and Peter end up taking care of a cranky Lyndy together.
  • 8.7
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    Somewhere in Between

    episode S11.E11 january 2018
    Tim is forced to examine his feelings for Casey. Amy works with a former racehorse in need of a new owner. Jack steps out of his comfort zone to support Lisa. Wyatt returns with a warning for Georgie.
  • 8.8
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    Out of the Shadow

    episode S11.E12 january 2018
    Tim rallies the family together for a memorial ride on the 10th anniversary of Marion's death. Jade is offered a scholarship at a school in Texas. Georgie is forced to make a difficult decision when Val questions Amy's coaching abilities.
  • 9.1
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    Naming Day

    episode S11.E18 april 2018
    Right before the Fall Finale, Georgie is given a new offer by Val. Ty enlists Caleb's help in fulfilling a promise he made. Amy works on something special with Spartan before Lyndy's naming ceremony. Tim gets news he finds hard to share.

Best moments5

  • 8.6
    /10
    9% of the votes

    All I Need Is You

    episode S8.E17 march 2015
    Lou spearheads preparations for the big day while Amy throws herself into gentling a rescue horse in order to avoid all the wedding craziness. But Amy and Ty's happy future is jeopardized when Ty is unexpectedly arrested for assault. Meanwhile, Georgie observes an intimate moment between Lou and Peter and nurtures hope that they are getting back together. And Tim risks telling Casey how he feels about her, and then obsesses over her response.
  • 9.4
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    1% of the votes

    Written in Stone

    episode S8.E18 march 2015
    In order to give Amy and Ty the wedding they really want, Lou struggles to deal with a slew of last minute hurdles.
  • 7.8
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    0% of the votes

    Coming Home

    episode S1.E1 october 2007
    Noted horse whisperer, Marion Fleming and her daughter, have a truck accident during the rescue of an abused horse named Spartan. Marion is killed, Amy wakes up in the hospital, and the family is left with a troubled ranch to run if they wish to carry on Marion's legacy. Marion's father pitches in. Amy's older sister, Lou returns from New York, but must overcome Amy's resentment over Lou's abandoning her roots. Meanwhile, it becomes apparent that Marion was rescuing more than just horses when Ty, a young man with a criminal record shows up to serve his probation period on the ranch. Soon Lou discovers that the family's financial woes may be more serious than anyone knew. Troubled horses, troubled teens and troubled times, can it all work out in Canada's heartland?
  • 8.5
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    0% of the votes

    Lost Song

    episode S4.E12 january 2011
    Jack resists taking a trip to France with Lisa while dealing with some old memories resurrected by remodeling Marion's room into a nursery. Caleb asks Ty to be his best man but has difficulty asking him to move out as Ashley wants. Amy agrees to be a bridesmaid at Ashley and Caleb's wedding.
  • 8.6
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    0% of the votes

    In the Cards

    episode S3.E18 march 2010
    Lou and Peter must get married quickly because Peter needs to move to Dubai. Caleb is desperate to repair his relationship with Ashley. Amy has been invited to go on the Ring of Fire tour and Ty is feeling restless, wanting to set out on his own before beginning university.

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