Meet Alex Lashmar, Owner & Founder of Lashmar Ranch.
Alex’s passion for horses and his love for helping others are at the heart of everything we do at Lashmar Ranch. His vision has always been to create a place where horses bring people together and where kids in our community can experience the confidence, connection and joy that comes from being around them.
From working with local children and families to supporting community initiatives and hosting special events at the ranch, Alex has built Lashmar Ranch around horses, community and giving back.
For Alex, it’s more than a ranch — it’s a place to make a difference.
Lashmar Ranch is guided by purpose and rooted in tradition. Our mission is to promote physical health and mental wellness while upholding time-honoured values such as good manners, respect, pride, and self-confidence. Through the rugged yet deeply rewarding ranch way of life, we strive to cultivate resilience, personal growth, and strong character.
A core component of our work is equine-assisted therapy, offered to individuals facing mental health challenges such as depression, emotional crisis, and post-traumatic experiences. These programs are designed to provide support, connection, and healing through intentional interaction with horses in a calm, structured, and compassionate environment.
Equine-assisted therapy at Lashmar Ranch is led by Selah Nisbet, owner of Healing Strides, whose unique program and compassionate dedication have brought meaningful and measurable success to those she serves. Her approach emphasizes trust, emotional safety, and personal empowerment, helping participants find strength, clarity, and renewed confidence.
Beyond the ranch, our purpose extends into the community. Lashmar Ranch proudly brings our horses to children’s hospitals, offering moments of comfort and joy to children and families navigating difficult circumstances. These visits provide a brief but powerful escape from medical challenges, allowing children to experience wonder and connection while offering parents visible relief during trying times.
Whether on the ranch, through therapeutic programs, or in hospital settings, Lashmar Ranch is committed to fostering healing, hope, and well-being—creating experiences that support mental wellness and remind individuals and families that they are not alone.
