Our Story

Who is Hogs & Horns Homestead?

Hogs & Horns Homestead was born from a deep love for animals and a strong desire to conserve endangered livestock breeds. As we embarked on this journey, we quickly realized how many heritage breeds are on the brink of extinction, fueling our passion to raise and protect these precious animals.

We didn’t come from a traditional farming background. Instead, we dove headfirst into this endeavour, learning from both our successes and our mistakes along the way. The road hasn’t always been easy. In 2022, we faced a heartbreaking setback when a fire destroyed our farrowing barn. A tragedy that also resulted in the tipping point of Monica’s CPTSD becoming debilitating.

But through these challenges, we discovered something incredible—the unwavering support of a beautiful community that shares our values and cares deeply about ethically raised food and handmade goods. This community has been a source of strength and inspiration, reinforcing our commitment to conservation and sustainability.

What Makes Us Unique


We are proud to be part of the LGBTQ2S+ community and support inclusive spaces. We are a family-run, woman-powered farm offering a variety of products that invite you to experience the homestead lifestyle. With each of our offerings, we connect you to the animals from which your products come, allowing you to engage at whatever level feels right. We honour the circle of life, emphasizing the importance of diversity in our community and our approach to farming and conservation.

We uniquely sell our live animals, meat, and fibre by breed. This allows you to learn about and experience the distinctive traits each breed offers, as well as each breed’s conservation status. It also connects you to the heritage breeds we are dedicated to preserving and raises awareness about their importance.

Our Mission


At Hogs & Horns Homestead, our mission is to educate and raise awareness about endangered heritage livestock breeds while providing ethically raised meat and sustainably made products. We advocate for humane animal treatment, regenerative farming practices, and fostering a deeper connection with the food we consume. By choosing our products, you’re supporting a movement dedicated to preserving our agricultural heritage, promoting sustainable living, and building a more conscious connection with the world around us.

The Experience


Whether you want to add animals to your farm for meat or breeding, put ethically sourced, local meat on your table, or decorate your home with sustainable, handcrafted art or earth-conscious soaps, Hogs & Horns Homestead is here to help. As a small, dedicated company, you’ll always be assisted by someone who is deeply knowledgeable about the day-to-day workings of the farm and the story behind each of our products. We pride ourselves on offering a personal touch, ensuring that every client feels connected to our mission and to our animals. Our goal is to provide you with high-quality products. Combined with an experience that brings you closer to the land, the animals, and the values we hold dear.

Achievements


In 2023, our dedication to conservation and sustainable farming practices caught the media’s attention. We were proud to be featured on CBC and produced by Anna Kuelken. The feature, available to watch HERE, showcases our efforts in raising critically endangered heritage pig breeds and highlights the unique aspects of our farm. We were also invited to share our story on The Herd Community podcast, where we discussed our journey, challenges, and the mission behind Hogs & Horns Homestead. You can listen to the podcast episode HERE.

At Hogs & Horns Homestead, we are more than just a farm. We are passionate advocates for conservation, sustainability, and ethical farming practices. Our unique value lies in our commitment to raising critically endangered heritage breeds. With a diverse and inclusive approach as an LGBTQ2S+, family-run, woman-powered farm. Driven by a dedication to providing ethically sourced products that connect our clients to the land and the animals.

By supporting Hogs & Horns Homestead, you not only experience quality, sustainably made products. You become a part of a community that values the humane treatment of animals, regenerative farming, and a deeper connection with food. Join us on this journey to preserve our agricultural heritage, promote sustainable living, and celebrate diversity in all its forms. Your choice makes a difference—help us make a positive impact, one heritage breed at a time.

Meet the Team

Monica

Owner/Operator – Livestock Manager

Monica is the brains and labour behind the farm’s construction of animal shelters and fencing systems. Her days are filled with the daily chores of feeding, watering and monitoring the livestock. Beyond her regular roles on the farm, Monica works alongside Jen with bloodline tracking. She is passionate about the livelihood of every animal on the property, whether big or small, and it shows. When she’s not busy on the farm, Monica enjoys curling up on the couch with Arnold, her house pig, and playing video games.

Jen

Owner/Operator – Marketing & Sales / Animal Health

When she’s not devoting every other waking moment to the farm, Jen is a flight medic. Jen manages all marketing, sales and customer service. She also manages livestock health programs with the support of our excellent vets. Of course, she also works alongside Monica in the animals’ daily care. You can find her in the barn, enjoying the company of her pigs and giving them all the back scratches they could ever dream of. In her spare time, Jen enjoys learning about fibre, hanging out with their dogs, and being an avid canner.