The Town of Quispamsis, New Brunswick, is reportedly providing a $5,000 grant to support a new care farm project led by the Shining Horizons Therapeutic Riding Association. This funding, which stems from the municipal Community Grant Program, is intended to help launch a site where residents can participate in farming activities as a form of therapy and social support.
Care farms combine agricultural work with health services to help people facing mental health challenges or developmental disabilities. The goal is to offer a nature-based way for families and individuals to improve their well-being in a hands-on environment.
This contribution follows the town’s approval of its 2026 general capital budget, which totals $20,415,900. While the specific site for the new care farm facilities has not yet been finalized, the initiative aims to build up wellness resources available to the regional community.
By supporting the care farm model, the town aims to provide a unique form of care that complements traditional clinical services. The project is expected to create new opportunities for residents to connect with nature and each other while improving their overall health.
