Puppy Program Administrative Assistant (Parental Leave – 6 months) | Position Filled
PADS is seeking a Program Administrative Assistant to fill a 6 month parental leave, full-time position, based in Burnaby, British Columbia.
Welcome Hugo + Toast!
We are delighted to announce a new partnership with Canadian sustainable clothing company Hugo + Toast.
MORE FUTURE SUPERHEROES!
Last week PADS welcomed 28 tiny superheroes to our community, but their arrivals were not without challenges.
Meet PADS Tetley
This week PADS Tetley joined our community. Her naming sponsor, Jessica Ferrari, is one of our dedicated volunteers. Jessica shares her volunteer journey thus far with PADS, and how little Tetley got her name.
Kennel Technician | Position Filled
PADS is seeking a Kennel Technician, a full-time position, based in Burnaby, British Columbia. The Kennel Technician provides support to the Advanced Training & Puppy-Raising Program teams as needed.
Advanced Dog Trainer (Parental Leave – 6 months) | POSITION FILLED
PADS is seeking an Advanced Dog Trainer to fill a 6 month parental leave, full-time position, based in Burnaby, British Columbia.
Meet Lisa and Emma
Join us on May 31st at 2:00 pm PDT as we chat with our Advanced Trainers, Emma and Lisa to talk about adventures in their world at PADS!
Meet Dorothy & Kevin
Tune in this Tuesday, May 17 at 1:00 PM PDT to hear from our Calgary-based volunteer Breeder Caretakers Dorothy & Kevin currently caring for the Camper Van litter!
Special Events Intern | POSITION FILLED
The Special Events Intern organises and coordinates several major events that happen over the summer, with special emphasis on our MOVE Fundraising campaign in July.
National Therapy Dog Day
April 30th is National Therapy Dog Day, and one of the questions our staff, trainers and volunteers often get asked is this: What is the difference between an Accredited Facility Dog (AFD) and a Therapy Dog? The analogy we like to use is that a Therapy Dog is to an...
Shred Event
Our Shred Event is back! Safely dispose of confidential documents, by donation! All proceeds support PADS’ life-changing dogs.
Hanging Baskets
Support beautiful life-changing dogs by ordering beautiful spring hanging baskets!
Meet Emily
Tune in this Tuesday April 19 at 1:00 PM PDT to hear from Puppy-Raiser Emily Nelson! Emily started volunteering with PADS in 2013 to fulfill a middle school Pay-it-Forward project.
Public Statement: COVID-19
PUBLIC STATEMENT: COVID-19 Last Updated: March 28, 2022 It’s with a sense of excitement, relief and trepidation that we take what may be one of our last pivots in regards to Covid-19. In light of both the gov’t of BC and AB changes to mandates and requirements, here...
Medical Coordinator (Okanagan) | Position Filled
PADS is seeking a qualified Medical Coordinator to fill a permanent, part-time position, based in the Okanagan.
Meet Alex
We are so pleased to announce that BC Distilled is back after a long 2 years and it seems only fitting that it is one of our very first events back in person. Join us April 5th at 1:00 PM PDT to chat with Alex Hamer- the man behind the event!
Laurie & Lennon
Lennon and Laurie have been on a wonderful journey for the past 5 years as an Acreddited Facility Dog Team. Lennon has worked at two middle schools and continues to put his cape on every morning with a spring in his step. Laurie and Lennon both enjoy hiking on their...
Digital Engagement & Accessibility Coordinator | Position Filled
DIGITAL Engagement & ACCESSIBILITY Coordinator Position Filled | Communications Coordinator (Level 2) | Full Time Temporary - Maternity Leave Puppy cuddles are one of the job perks. You may not believe us now, but it gets even better. “What is better than puppy...
2022 Winter Newsletter
2022 WINTER Newsletter Download The 2022 Winter Newsletter HELP CHANGE MORE LIVESYour support drives our mission, helps dogs transform lives, and empowers individuals to have an independent life. Behind each and every success story is a donor who makes this possible....
Celebrating 35 Years
Tune in on February 22nd at 1:00 PM PST to hear how PADS has grown over the past 35 years and hear where we’re headed! We’ll be joined by two very special guests: PADS Executive Director Laura Watamanuk and Past Board Chair Marga Vogel. We look forward to...
Meet Campus Canines
Join us as we chat with Alina, PADS Puppy-Raiser and the president of Campus Canines! Alina is a 4th-year student at UBC studying Biology and Puppy-Raiser to 10-month-old PADS Fleetwood. “I’ve had a passion for dogs for as long as I can remember, as...
Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator | Position Filled
Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator Position Filled | Communications Coordinator (Level 2) Puppy cuddles are one of the job perks. You may not believe us now, but it gets even better. “What is better than puppy cuddles?” you ask?! Changing lives! PADS’...
Marketing & Media Coordinator | Position Filled
marketing & media coordinator Accepting Applications | Communications Coordinator | Level 2 Puppy cuddles are one of the job perks. You may not believe us now, but it gets even better. “What is better than puppy cuddles?” you ask?! Changing lives! PADS’...