Honoured to be serving those who’ve served
The Invictus Games are more than just a sporting event—they’re a celebration of resilience, courage, and the unbreakable human spirit. Bringing together wounded, injured, and sick service personnel from around the world, the Games provide a life-changing experience rooted in the healing power of sport. The word Invictus means “unconquered,” perfectly capturing the determination and triumph of its competitors.
This year, the Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) is honoured to be a friend of the 2025 Invictus Games, PADS plays a vital role in supporting competitors and their service dogs through our Canine Psychosocial team, canine first aid team, and service dog handlers. Guests of the games can also visit our puppies-in-training at the Boeing Puppy Puddle.
The beginning of a legacy
PADS’ participation at the 2025 Games is just the start of this incredible partnership. Thanks to the generosity of Invictus Games Whistler Vancouver 2025, and their presenting partner, Boeing, a future litter of PADS puppies will be dedicated to the games and be supported in becoming life-changing service dogs.
Now that the Games have concluded, you can continue the legacy by supporting PADS’ current programs and helping us raise and train the next generation of life-changing dogs.
PADS INVICTUS MEDIA COVERAGE
Instructor’s Assistant | Accepting Applications
The Instructor’s Assistant cares for dogs in training and the areas they use at PADS’ facilities.
AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION: Orbit
Party girl Orbit has an infectious zest for life and ready for any adventure!
Meet Team Link II
CLIENT BLOG: Read all about how Link’s positive attitude and happy tail are making an incredible impact to the children he meets.
Meet Team Asti
CLIENT BLOG: Every day is ‘take your dog to work day’ for Team Asti!
Community Development Event and Volunteer Coordinator | Accepting Applications
We are seeking someone to fill the role of Community Development Event & Volunteer Coordinator, helping us fulfill our mission of providing assistance dogs to our waiting clients.
Applicant and Client Care Specialist | Applications Closed
We are seeking someone to fill the role of Applicant and Client Care Specialist, helping us fulfill our mission of providing assistance dogs to our waiting clients.
Meet Team Camilo
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Camilo. Discover how Camilo is spreading his ‘Milo’ magic across Vancouver Island.
Looking for more puppy love?
Puppy-raising applications are open! Our puppies change many lives, and yours will be one of them.
About PADS
PADS breeds, raises, trains, and supports fully certified and life-changing assistance dogs. Our dogs are partnered with people living with disabilities and with community care professionals. PADS is Canada’s first fully accredited Assistance Dogs International (ADI) school.