
About Us
Why this work means so much to us
We designed our visit program to be customizable, based on client requirements and the needs of participants at different levels of engagement.
We’ve seen how the attention of a little horse can inspire someone who was withdrawn, or help another person feel seen, valued, and at ease. That kind of connection builds confidence and is joyful for both children and adults. They become focused on the present moment and curious to learn more about the horse.
Over the years our personal horses have brought us such joy. We believe everyone deserves access to meaningful experiences that are both educational and an opportunity to learn independence through new skills. The care we put into our business came from a deep respect for the people we served, and the incredible horses who helped make it all happen.
We transported our minis in a customized panel van. On this occasion we turned the van into a mobile barn with Lucy onboard for an educational talk during summer camp at the Community Safety Village in Stouffville.
We created an equine program based on
a commitment to safety and our core values
2016 - Oliver as a newborn foal in the arms of his breeder in Quebec. We chose this breeder in large part because of the level of affection they give their horses. It was the perfect foundation for teaching the horses to bond with our participants.
2018 - Linda at the beginning of a steep learning curve caring for our minis on DIY board. Now six year later, we have learned so much and can sling muck with the best of them. :)
2021 - Bailey and Linda taking a snuggle break from spring clipping. While we occasionally do offer our horses food treats, we never hand-feed them. We wanted the horses to seek affection from participants, so we've trained them using affection as a reward.
2022 - in the barn Lucy is known as The Princess, in part because her registered name is Cinderella, but also for her lively personality. All our minis have received individual attention based on their preferences and personalities. As a result we have a herd of comical, expressive, and vocal horses!
About Linda
I entered the horse world in 2008 with adult riding lessons, but curiosity soon drew me to equine behaviour, ground training and volunteering with a rescued mare named Fancy. Eighteen months later, she became the first of my six horses and together they completely changed the direction of my life.
17 years experience in horses
We have boarded at Adena Springs North, Aurora since October 2019
Currently enrolled in the Equine-Facilitated Wellness program with Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association (CANTRA)
Certified Facilitator of Equine Assisted Learning, 2017 Dreamwinds EAL
10 months as a volunteer in therapeutic riding lessons at Windreach Farm
Combined 26 years employment with Scotiabank and Royal Bank
Bachelor of Applied Arts from Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson)
Reference Letters
Mac Cone, Southern Ways Equestrian
Silver Medallist in Team Showjumping, Beijing Olympics 2008Martina Von Buttler (nee Pracht)
Competed in Dressage for Team Canada at the Barcelona Olympics 1992
Team Canada Bronze and Silver Medalist at the PanAm Games 1995Linda Ingraham
2022 Vulnerable Sector Check, York Regional PoliceJudy Ingraham
2022 Vulnerable Sector Check, York Regional Police

2021 - Oliver on a visit to Main Street, Markham