Mādahòkì Farm Launches New Visitor Experiences Featuring Ojibwe Spirit Horses and Year-Round Indigenous Programming – That Eric Alper
Jul 17, 2025
On Thursday, Mādahòkì Farm hosted a special event to celebrate the launch of new Visitor Experiences which provide greater access to immersive and authentic Indigenous programming. This programming was made possible thanks to funding from the Government of Canada, Ottawa Tourism, as well as a $200,000 Resilient Communities Fund grant awarded to Aboriginal Experiences, Arts and Culture to support the development of the Mishtadim (Equine Assisted Learning) program, one of the new experiences offered.
Previously reserved for school, tour and corporate groups, Visitor Experiences are now open to individuals and families, offering unique opportunities to connect with Indigenous culture through land, animals and storytelling.
“I’m proud to see the Ontario Trillium Foundation support such meaningful work at Mādahòkì Farm. The Mishtadim experience not only helps preserve the cultural and ecological legacy of the Ojibwe Spirit Horses, but also provides a powerful opportunity for people of all backgrounds to connect with Indigenous heritage in a respectful and engaging way,” said Tyler Watt, MPP for Nepean.
