BECOME PART OF THE SSMHPC TEAM

We currently have a several opportunities for your consideration if you are looking to become involved at Strathclair Farm.  As a stable hand you will be provided with hands-on work, caring for our equines and stable.  If you're not interested in getting your hands dirty, we are also searching for a couple additional individuals, one to coordinate the riding lesson program, and  another to assist our bookkeeper with managing finances and our farm budget.          

Full Care Employment Opportunity 
2018

The Full Care Worker position consists of providing care for all the horses on the property Monday through Friday.  From 7 am to 1 pm, duties include feeding and turning all the horses in and out, in addition to cleaning all the club horse stalls, and setting up their indoor/outdoor feed and water.  Additional duties may include farm/ seasonal maintenance as required.  This position offers a wage of $15.00 per hour.  
Additional information may be found below:
Interested applicants are asked to submit expressions of interest submitted to: 
​ Submission deadline:  Monday July 23, 2018.

Lesson Coordinator 
​2018

SSMHPC is also looking for an individual committed to promoting, and coordinating the riding school lesson program.  Communicating with staff, student and parents will be required, as well as, scheduling lesson times and registration dates.  This position offers a wage of $300.00 per month.  
​A more detailed job description is available below:  ​
Please submit your expression of interest, along with your resume, to:
Submission Deadline:  Sunday, July 22, 2018

Stable Hand Employment Opportunity
2018

Strathclair Farm is seeking a casual, part-time stable hand. Successful applicants will have experience handling horses and will be responsible for feeding and turning out/bringing in all horses at the farm, including blanket changes, and any other horse needs. Cleaning stalls and setting up grain will also be required in addition to a variety of other farm related duties. 10 hours per week are guaranteed, however applicants must be available on an on-call basis and must be available weekends. Wage will be $14.00 per hour ($13.50 per hour under 18 years of age).

Please apply by submitting resume and references to:
Subject line should read: Directors of Staff, RE: Stable Hand
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​Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

SSMHPC Board of Directors Posting:  Treasurer 
​2018​

The Sault Ste Marie Horse and Pony Club is looking for an individual who has a background in Financial Services to sit on the Board of Directors in the role of Treasurer/Director of Finance. 

​The Sault Ste. Marie Horse and Pony Club is a not for profit corporation that was established in 1969 at Strathclair Farm.  We are focused on providing a safe and fun environment for the community to learn about and enjoy horses through hands-on experiences, in a variety of equestrian disciplines.  The farm is operated by a volunteer Board of Directors. 
​The Treasurer/Director of Finance is responsible for:

- overseeing and managing the farm's finances (assets, liabilities, revenue, etc.)
​- leading the preparation of the budget and ensure that funds in the farm’s account are sufficient to cover expenses
- ensuring that all farm bills and expenses are paid in an efficient and timely manner, including signing payroll cheques
- being familiar with various methods of payment such as e-transfer, cheque, cash
- providing all financial information to the farm’s bookkeeper who manages the payroll, books and taxes
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​This position requires attendance at bi-monthly board meetings, to participate in occasional membership and grant committee meetings and to attend the Annual General Meeting. 

​The successful Applicant will have experience with managing finances, maintaining expense forms and managing payments.  It is not a requirement to have horse knowledge or experience around horses.   Previous experience with government grants/funding and applications is considered an asset. Please note that this is a volunteer position.
Interested candidates: please submit a detailed letter of interest, along with a short biography to:
Attention: Board of Directors.
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Giddy Up and Go Summer Riding Camp 2018
Registration NOW OPEN!

Our annual summer riding camp programme is open to horse lovers of all ages and experience levels.  Spend a few summer days immersed in the equine world, with our knowledgeable riding instructors, that make our camps fun, engaging, safe and educational. 
​Please visit our Summer Camp page to view the various camp options being offered. 
Space is limited so please register early to avoid disappointment!

Arena Rental

Interested in gaining access to an indoor riding arena during these frigid winter months, and icy riding conditions? 
As the temperatures plummet and ​riding outdoors becomes challenging and unpleasant, renting our Olympic sized indoor arena may be the perfect solution to maintaining your horse's body condition and training. More information can be found on our Facility page. 

February
2017​

In The News
​Strathclair Farm is pleased to announce the return of Coach Tina Breed beginning Friday, February 17 2017.  Tina is a lifetime member of SSMHPC, a nationally certified hunter jumper level 2 coach, certified judge, clinician and 2016 Sault Ste. Marie Sports Hall of Fame Inductee in the coaching category.  She brings with her many years of expertise as a rider, coach and trainer, and has brought riders and horses up through the levels from local to international level competition, several of whom have gone on to run their own successful equestrian businesses.  Please join us in extending a warm welcome!
Click on the link below to view SooToday Reporting on Tina Breed's induction into the Sault Ste. Marie Sports Hall of Fame.

​https://www.sootoday.com/local-sports/sault-ste-maries-newest-hall-of-famers-319507
Pasta Dinner Fundraiser
November 2016

Thank you to everyone that participated in our Pasta Dinner Fundraiser.
 Thanks to countless generous donations of prizes and services the event was a great success.
All the funds raised will certainly help to turn our much needed repairs and restorations into a reality!  
Stay tuned for upcoming maintenance updates!

Weekend Work Bee
September 2016

Thank you to all the boarders/volunteers
that were able to come out, brave the rain and assist
in the September 10th, Strathclair work day.
Many hands make light work
and this was truly evident in all the work that
​was accomplished in the indoor arena and around the farm!
Great team effort everyone and thank you again!
​Photographs courtesy of Deena Eddy.


​July 2016

Deena and Finnigan
​Featured on SooToday
Finnigan become an equine celebrity, as one of our beloved instructors, Deena Eddy introduced SooToday’s Jasmyn Rowley to horseback riding.  This being her first time, she was apprehensive and intimidated by his sheer size, but Finnigan's gentle-giant demeanour put her mind at ease.  Jasmyn was able to groom, saddle up, and enjoy a leisurely walk around our indoor arena.  
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Click the link below to view SooToday reporting from Strathclair Farm!  ​https://www.sootoday.com/videos/news/video-meet-finnigan-the-17-hand-high-gentle-giant-331006
Finnigan is generously on loan from Maureen and Vince Sguigna.

June 2016​

Reduced Boarding Rates!
We are happy to announce that starting June 1st, our monthly boarding rates will be reduced to $250.  Included with stall board your horse will be fed twice a day, blanketed (when needed), turned out early in the morning, and brought inside between 4 and 5 pm.  If you would like more information, or a tour of our facility, please contact us below, so we may arrange a time for your visit.  

    Interested in Horse Boarding

August 2015

http://saultonline.com/2015/08/strathclair-combined-fun-show/

Bringing Cross Country Back to the Sault


​On August 29th, Strathclair farm hosted a Summer Combined Fun Show.  Dressage, Versatility, Show Jumping, and Western Events were included, in addition to newly added Cross Country events.  This was most definitely a memorable end to the summer for all our participants and spectators.  Final Standings and additional photographs were published in the attached news article.  

Our Summer Camps on CTV News!

July 2015

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http://northernontario.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=657980

Our ​Strathclair Summer Camps were featured on CTV news!  
If you or someone you know would be interested in enrolling in our summer camp program, visit our Summer Camp page or email ssmhpc@gmail.com for more information.

A Combination of Fun in the Sun


​Stratchlair Farm hosted a Spring Combined Fun Show on Saturday, June 13th.  The events consisted of English Style Jumping, Dressage and Western Style Pole Racing, Dash and Barrel Racing.  

​For additional photographs and final standings please click on the news article link.  Thank you to all of our participants, volunteers and sponsors! 

June 2015

http://saultonline.com/2015/06/back-in-the-saddle/

Sault Ste. Marie Horse
​and Pony Club

Strathclair Farm was generously donated by the Sinclair family to the City of Sault Ste. Marie for sports and recreation; which includes equestrian activities. Since 1969 the Sault Ste. Marie Horse and Pony Club has been bringing opportunities to the community through the passion for horses.

With the largest indoor facility in Sault Ste. Marie we provide an opportunity for year round riding lessons, boarding services, clinics, educational opportunities and horse shows catering to all disciplines. 

We strive to be a fun equestrian center for the community! 

Contact us about facility rental opportunities to host your equestrian events.

Location

Contact Us

647 Old Garden River Road
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

705.253.7871

For general or
boarding information
ssmhpc@gmail.com