OUR STAFF
Our Staff
Kylie Huybens
905-679-8323 ext. 221
Kylie is a 2022 graduate of McMaster University with an Honours Bachelor of Science (BSc). She majored in Biology, with a focus on animal physiology, and minored in Anthropology. She also completed an Engineering Technology graduate diploma in Digital Health. Kylie’s equestrian background includes over 11 years of riding and showing within the hunter, jumper, and equitation disciplines. Kylie enjoys training young horses, in addition to working with her own horse, Taffy. When she is not riding or working, Kylie loves yoga and spending time outdoors being active!
Kris Rose
905-679-8323 ext. 224
Kris began her journey with TEAD as a volunteer in October 2023. She has loved horses since she was young, and the TEAD staff & volunteers have been so wonderful supporting Kris as she gained more experience. Kris has worked in finance/accounting in the non-profit sector for almost a decade, and is grateful to support TEAD in the bookkeeping role. When she’s not at the barn or in the office, you can find her out and about with friends, or at home with her cats & dogs and a good book!
Debra Nelson
905-679-8323 ext. 230
Deb has diligently looked after the TEAD barn on weekends for well over 10 years, and became the full-time Barn Manager in 2023. When she is not at the farm, she enjoys taking photos, hiking with her dog, kayaking, and camping.
Rachel Harper
905-679-8323 ext. 223
With a lifelong passion for horses, Rachel's love for TEAD began as a 9-year-old camper, and she has been a dedicated equestrian ever since. She graduated from McMaster in 2017 with an Hon. BA in English and Anthropology, and returned to TEAD as a volunteer in 2018. In 2021 she was hired on as Program Coordinator. Her love for horses saw her move to Ireland in 2024 where she studied to become a certified equine massage therapist. She returned to TEAD in summer 2025 as Clinical Services Administrator, and graduated her program in summer of 2026. She enjoys continuing to connect families to TEAD's life-changing services, and helping TEAD's therapy horses to feel their best.
Our Clinical PArtners
Emma Curtis
905-679-8323 ext. 223
Emma is passionate about supporting children and their families in meeting their personal goals through occupational therapy! With a strong love for the outdoors, she embraces the therapeutic benefits of nature in her personal life and practice. She has clinical experience in community based, out-patient and school based occupational therapy with children ranging from preschool to secondary school. When not working as an OT, you can find her hiking the Bruce Trail, trying out any outdoor recreational activity or coaching learn to skate and figure skating to kids and adults!
aisha malik
905-679-8323 ext. 223
Aisha is a dedicated mental health professional with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals and communities through counseling and therapeutic services. She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Student Doctor of Clinical Psychology (PSY-D). She brings a diverse skill set as an Expressive Therapeutic Art Practitioner, Mindfulness Meditation Coach, and Mental Health School Counselor. Aisha is certified in Equine Assisted Therapy; she loves animals and has a passion for working with horses. Her approach is grounded in compassion, authenticity, and a deep respect for each person’s journey toward healing and personal growth.
Incredible Speech & Co.
905-383-5556
A private speech-language pathology practice in Hamilton, Ontario, providing relationship-based and neurodiversity-affirming support for children, teens, and adults. Connection comes first.
Our InsTructors
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FEEDING PROGRAMMES.
Our feeding programmes provide nutritious meals to children, families, and communities facing hunger and food insecurity. With your support, we deliver hope through every meal — improving health, supporting education, and helping people thrive one plate at a time.
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R2.90 provides one meal for a child
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