Hope Haven Therapeutic Riding Centre

Record #: GRE0164
Last Modified: 09 Jul 2025
Last Full Update: 04 Jul 2025

Contact Information

Office Phone 519-986-1247
E-Mail 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

Addresses and Location

Located In Community Markdale
Address 545747 4A Side Rd 
Markdale, ON 
Canada N0C 1H0
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.

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.