Volunteers

“The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention.” Oscar Wilde

Volunteer &

Make A Difference

Horse Therapy Centre of Canada is grateful for all of our dedicated and passionate volunteers who generously volunteer their time, services, and kindness to our programs. If you are passionate about working with horses and clients (ages 1+), we would love to have you as a part of our herd.

Steps to Become A Volunteer

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Step 1

Take HTCC Volunteer Certification

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Step 2

Submit Application Below

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Step 3

Interview

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Step 4

(If selected) Sign up & Attend
2-day Volunteer Training

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Step 5

Sign Contracts & Receive Your Schedule

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Step 6

Join the Herd!!

Expectations From HTCC to Our Volunteers

Training

We provide all volunteers with a 2-day volunteer training program to ensure that they are trained and ready to confidently and safely start their volunteer position.

Support

Our volunteers can expect to be supervised and supported throughout their shifts and time at Horse Therapy Centre of Canada.

Safety

While working with horses can be dangerous at times, Horse Therapy Centre of Canada has safety and crisis procedures that are in place to ensure that our volunteers, clients and staff are safe.

Inclusivity

HTCC is an inclusive, anti-oppressive workplace. You will be able to be yourself and be celebrated for coming as you are.

Expectations From Volunteers to HTCC

Attend Training

All volunteers must have a volunteer certification and attend the 2-day volunteer training day before starting their volunteer position with HTCC.

Be Responsible & Reliable

HTCC expects all volunteers to behave responsibly and to be reliable.

Communicate

If you have any troubles, concerns or needs which will affect your duties as a volunteer, you must communicate these to your supervisor.

Be Respectful

Horse Therapy Centre of Canada is a respectful place which is inclusive to all. We ask that all volunteers are respectful to our clients, staff and other volunteers.

Follow Rules & Procedures

We expect all volunteers to follow the rules and procedures as outlined during both training sessions.

Stay Within Your Assigned Duties

All volunteers will have an assigned volunteer role. It is important that you only perform the assigned tasks unless otherwise asked by your supervisor.

Volunteers’ Rights

As a volunteer, you have the right:

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To work in a healthy and safe environment

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To be treated fairly with equal opportunity

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To ask questions, regarding HTCC and receive answers in a timely fashion

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To receive all pertinent information as it relates to your volunteer role

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To have a job description and agreed hours of contribution

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To be provided with training tailored to your specific role

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To receive guidance and direction

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To be heard and recognized

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To have your personal information kept in confidence

Apply to Volunteer

Contact Us

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(647) 390-5397
office@horsetherapycanada.com
15443 Ninth Line Stouffville, Ontario