Hope Haven Therapeutic Riding Centre
Record #:
GRE0164
Last Modified:
09 Jul 2025
Last Full Update:
04 Jul 2025
Description
| Description (Service) | A non-profit therapeutic riding centre located on 142 scenic acres next to the Beaver Valley, just two hours north of Toronto. Provides equine-assisted services for individuals of all ages with disabilities or unique needs. Builds self-esteem, confidence, and lifetime skills through equestrian sports, recreation, and therapeutic programs. Volunteer positions available, training supplied. |
Service Details
| Hours | Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm Service: Mon-Sat, full days and evenings |
| Areas Served | Bruce County ; Grey County ; Simcoe County |
| Eligibility | Individuals with cognitive, physical and/or social-emotional needs. Volunteers need to be at least 16 years old. |
| Application | Call or email for information or see website for application forms. |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Service ; Participants, family members or agencies that work with families can arrange subsidies to pay for programs at Hope Haven through various provincial or community funders. |
Address and Location
| Located In Community | Markdale |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | 4A Side Road and 7th Line |
| Mailing Address | 545747 4A Side Rd Markdale, ON Canada N0C 1H0 |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible; Wheelchair accessible pathways, bathrooms and mounting ramp. |
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 519-986-1247 |
| gstanish@hopehavencentre.org | |
| Website | https://www.hopehavencentre.org |
| Social Media |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopehaventherapeuticridingcentre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopehaven_therapeutic |
| Primary Contact | Gretel Stanish, Program Manager; Email: gstanish@hopehavencentre.org |
| Alternate Contact | Robyn Allen, Executive Director; Email: execdir@hopehavencentre.org |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Michelle Lemire, Volunteer Coordinator; Email: volunteer@hopehavencentre.org |