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The season for golf is here. Join us at our upcoming tournament in Calgary and chip in to change lives.

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Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.

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PADS is 90% volunteer driven, and we thrive off the passion of the people like you! Find out how you can make a difference.

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EVENTS & PARTNERSHIPS

Rascal

PADS have partnered with Rascal, a canned cocktail brand crafted in Vancouver, B.C.

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Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Vancouver Whitecaps FC is proud to support Pacific Assistance Dogs.

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NEWS & STORIES

PADS All-Region Silent Auction Preview

PADS’ first All Region silent auction is coming up, and it’s all online so everyone can participate!

Fresh Faces – August 2026

Meet the newest members of the PADS pack, and the supporters helping them succeed.

Available for Adoption: Sturko

Sturko is an active, easygoing guy with an adventurous spirit who’s looking for a family ready to explore, play, and share life’s experiences by his side, while helping him channel his talent for scavenging the occasional tasty treasure.

PADS is more than 90% volunteer-driven

We thrive off the passion of the people who have decided to join the PADS Family.

PADS currently runs volunteer programs in the BC Lower Mainland & Okanagan as well as in Calgary, AB., and is a fully accredited member of Assistance Dogs International.

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