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Catherine Bélanger

Gatineau

Summary

Hardworking and reliable Stable Hand with over 15 years of experience in equine care, barn maintenance, and herd management. Known for a calm and cheerful demeanor, strong work ethic, and deep equine knowledge. Brings experience in both public-facing roles and structured government environments, eager to contribute to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police equine team with professionalism, attention to detail, and passion for horses.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Helper – Facility Operations Services

City of Ottawa
2024 - Current
  • Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of public and private municipal buildings in accordance with city health and safety standards
  • Provide general information to the public while maintaining a friendly, professional presence
  • Build rapport with staff and community members to foster cooperation and trust
  • Promote and uphold a safe work environment, reporting hazards and following protocol

Retail Associate

Apple Saddlery
2021 - Current
  • Advise customers on horse tack, equipment, and supplements for a wide range of disciplines
  • Offer product recommendations based on each horse’s unique needs, body type, and workload
  • Maintain positive, long-term customer relationships to encourage return visits and trust
  • Answer technical questions and educate new riders on fit, usage, and care of tack

Equine Massage Therapist & Business Owner

Optimal Performance Massage
2020 - Current
  • Provide tailored massage therapy to horses of all levels — from trail horses to elite athletes
  • Perform general, localized, treatment, and performance massage based on each horse’s needs
  • Collaborate with riders, coaches, vets, and other professionals to support overall horse wellness
  • Observe and assess musculature, behavior, and gait to adjust treatment strategies
  • Manage client relationships, scheduling, and record keeping as a sole proprietor

Stable Hand / Equine Care Worker

Various Stables
2008 - Current
  • Daily care including mucking stalls, feeding, turnout, grooming, blanketing, and exercising
  • Worked with mares, geldings, foals, yearlings, and horses at all levels of training and competition
  • Observed and responded to signs of injury or illness, administered first aid and medications
  • Maintained barns and tack rooms; performed basic fence repairs and facility upkeep
  • Cared for both small and large herds, managing routines with consistency and attention

Education

Equine Massage Therapy Diploma (Honours) -

TriOS College of Business And Technology
London, ON
01-2020

High School Diploma -

Mother of Divine Grace High School
01-2014

Skills

  • 15 years of hands-on horse care and stable management
  • Skilled in mucking, feeding, turnout, grooming, tacking, blanketing, and exercising
  • Experience with mares, geldings, foals, yearlings, show horses, and racehorses
  • Able to recognize early signs of lameness, colic, respiratory distress, and injury
  • Administered basic first aid and medication under veterinary guidance
  • Proficient in tack maintenance, leather care, and barn upkeep

Certification

  • Standard First Aid & CPR Level C with AED – 2025
  • WHMIS Certified – Up to date

Timeline

Maintenance Helper – Facility Operations Services

City of Ottawa
2024 - Current

Retail Associate

Apple Saddlery
2021 - Current

Equine Massage Therapist & Business Owner

Optimal Performance Massage
2020 - Current

Stable Hand / Equine Care Worker

Various Stables
2008 - Current

Equine Massage Therapy Diploma (Honours) -

TriOS College of Business And Technology

High School Diploma -

Mother of Divine Grace High School

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