Volunteers
Do you rent horses for public riding?
No, we do not rent horses for public riding.
How do I go about becoming a volunteer for LTRA?
Complete the online Volunteer Registration and Waiver forms. When this has been reviewed we can reach out to you and provide the form necessary to apply for a criminal record search.
The Volunteer page also has more information about volunteering with us.
What is the time commitment for a therapeutic program volunteer?
The minimum requirement for volunteering with our therapeutic program is 2 hours per week. This can be either 10 a.m - 12 p.m. or 1 - 3 p.m.
Do I need a criminal record check?
Yes, we require all volunteers to get a criminal record check. We will give each new volunteer a letter to take to either the LRPS or RCMP depending on which jurisdiction that you live in. LTRA will pay for this check.
I am interested in volunteering but I don't have a lot of horse experience.
As long as you are not fearful of working with horses, we can help orient the skills needed.
I am not comfortable around horses. Is there work that I can do that does not involve being close to the horses?
There are always projects around the farm that require volunteers that don't involve working with horses. As you spend more time with us you may find that you will want to become more directly involved with them.
When is the application/agreement required to be submitted?
We review our files regularly to ensure they are up-to-date and complete. This includes boarder, volunteer, and employee files. Initially, the relevant forms need to be completed during the application process and then renewed for the beginning of each calendar year. However, it will not be necessary to renew the forms if they have been previously submitted within 30 days.
What is the dog policy?
To ensure the safety and integrity of the therapeutic programs and other facility users, all animals while at LTRA must be vetted through appropriate organizations to be classified as a therapeutic animal. For example:
Horses, ponies and donkeys must complete the LTRA Intake process.
Service dogs must comply with the Service Dogs Act and Service Dogs Qualifications Regulations of Alberta and LTRA must be provided with their Service dog ID card.
Emotional support animals (“ESA”) provide support or comfort to someone with a physical, medical, emotional or psychological impairment or disability. LTRA must be provided with an ESA letter from a qualified mental health professional.
All other animals must be vetted by LTRA as meeting the criteria for therapeutic services.
Animals not meeting the above criteria must not be brought to LTRA. All approved Therapeutic animals brought to LTRA must be managed appropriately when on-site and include the following:
Horses, ponies and donkeys must have a halter and lead shank when not in a paddock or pen and must not be left unattended for extended periods of time.
Dogs and other animals must be on a short leash and not left unattended.
Additional websites that deal with Service Dogs and Emotional Service Animals (“ESA”):
Lethbridge Therapeutic Riding Association
24 205015 Hwy 512
Lethbridge County, Alberta
T1J 5N8
6 km East of Lethbridge on highway 512