Algonquin Acres

01/24/2025

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Lisa Vicaire grew her small farm into Algonquin Acres, where youth in Timiskaming First Nation can try horseback riding and reap the benefits of horse therapy.

Her love of horses goes back to her teenage years, but it was teaching her daughter to ride that inspired this path.

Her daughter Sophia has Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 5, a rare genetic disorder that impacts muscle strength and coordination. Riding in her special saddle has made a huge difference.

“It has helped her core and her balance in ways that I never thought possible,” Lisa told Rosanna. “And the fact that I was able to provide that to her has been the most amazing thing as a mother.”

“I think the freedom she feels when she’s on a horse is something she really cherishes. Her face just lights up.”

01/07/2025

We are so proud of you Sarianna! We can’t wait to spotlight more awesome youth thanks to this awesome initiative from the Timiskaming First Nation Youth Center ❤️

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01/06/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the loss of our beloved little pony, Myka, over the holidays.

Myka was with us for three wonderful years, and though he was the smallest in size, he played an invaluable role in our programs and hearts.

Gentle, kind, and endlessly patient, Myka was our go-to pony for introducing little students to the horse world. He had a way of making everyone feel safe and welcomed, from the tiniest riders to the many visitors who were lucky enough to meet him.

This past summer, Myka brought smiles and joy during his visit to our community long-term care home—a memory we will treasure forever.

Myka’s gentle spirit and love for connection made him truly one of a kind. He touched so many lives, and his absence will be deeply felt.

Rest in peace, sweet Myka. You will always hold a special place in our hearts. ❤️

If you have any cherished memories or photos of Myka, we’d love for you to share them in the comments. Let’s celebrate the joy he brought to all of us. ❤️

12/25/2024

🎄🎅 Merry Christmas from Algonquin Acres! 🎅🎄

From all of us here at the farm, we want to wish our wonderful community a holiday season filled with joy, peace, and love.

Thank you for being part of our Algonquin Acres family. Your support and kindness make everything we do possible.

May your days be merry, your hearts be warm, and your homes be filled with happiness. Here’s to a magical Christmas and a bright New Year ahead!

With love,
The Algonquin Acres Team 🐴✨🎄

11/13/2024

Merci au Société de développement du Témiscamingue - SADCT pour nous inclure dans vos capsule ☀️

11/12/2024

A proud moment for this young rider as he puts on his program horse’s new custom halter, a thoughtful gift from mom with both their names. Celebrating the bond between a boy and his horse! 🐴💫

11/11/2024

At Algonquin Acres, we take a moment to honor and express our deepest gratitude to all veterans and Indigenous veterans for their extraordinary bravery and sacrifice. Today, we especially remember my grandfather, Bennie Vicaire, who served in the Korean War. His courage and commitment inspire us and remind us of the profound impact our servicemen and women have made.

We also pay tribute to the noble horses that served alongside them, whose strength and loyalty were invaluable in times of conflict. Thank you to all who have served—your legacy continues to shape our world. 🌹

Thank you Listuguj Mi'gmaq First Nation for honouring my grandfather with this beautiful flag hung annually in the community.

11/10/2024

On behalf of our riders and myself, we would like to thank everyone who helped us get to The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. ❤️

The donations and fundraiser participation is so appreciated, I couldn’t get the students here without everyone’s help!

A special thank you to Janice for volunteering to chaperone and drive some students, we were so happy to have one of our Junior riders join this year with her Mama 🥰

11/08/2024

🌾🐴 The Power of Sensory Play in Equine Assisted Learning! 🐴🌾

At Algonquin Acres, we know that sensory play is a powerful tool for growth and development. Creating farm-themed sensory bins like these ones helps kids connect with nature, build motor skills, and boost creativity—all while having fun!

This little one is not only crafting her own farm world, but also developing confidence, problem-solving skills, and emotional awareness. It's the perfect complement to our equine-assisted learning programs! 🌱🐴

11/06/2024

Great evening with this brother sister riding duo! 🐴❤️

11/04/2024

STUDENTS, PARENTS,

For anyone scheduled after 5PM we will be keeping the schedule the same as we have outdoor arena lights going up in the next couple of weeks 💡 ✨

Until they are up, our evening students will do indoor activities with the horses 🐴

Thanks 😊

10/31/2024

Come see us! 👻
Venez nous voire! 🎃

10/28/2024

Come see us for some candy and fun 🎃👻🍭

We would love more to sign up to decorate their trunks to hand out candy 🥰 shoot us a message!

10/18/2024

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to our Fall Fun Day! ❤️🍂🎃

10/12/2024

Today! 🍂✨🎃🐴

🎃🍂 Fall Fun Day!! 🍂🎃

✨ Door prizes to be won! ✨

10/01/2024

This past weekend two of our senior students got to attend an Emergency Prepardness and Disaster planning Course with Equi-Health Canada as well as an Equine Emergency First Aid course. ⛑️

I was able to take this course many years ago and it has always stuck with me, I was so glad to be able to re do it with my students and fellow coach, and I’m so grateful we have an awesome little team to work together in case of an emergency on the farm ❤️

Our students got to learn about
- Evacuation
- Wound care
- Vital Signs
- Horse handling in an emergency

And so much more!

Congratulations on you’re Certifications girls ✨

10/01/2024

Another big thank you to Melissa from Mel’s Feed and Consignment! They’ve donated a 50$ gift card to the store which we will add to our door prize for the draw at our Fall Fun Day 🎃🍂

Make sure and check out the new consignment tack shop for our area! ✨🐴