Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
CBC RADIO: Yukon Morning with Elyn Jones | February 21, 2025
Elyn Jones reports on Ali Harper and her dog Thorin at Invictus Games 2025. They provided support to the competing athletes and their families.
YUKON NEWS: Dog offering support to athletes at Invictus Games
Yukon News report on PADS dog Thorin and his handler Ali Harper providing support to veterans competing at Invictus Games 2025.
BIV’s 2025 Influential Women in Business awards: Kristy James
Kristy James is the current vice-chair for Pacific Assistance Dogs Society. She emphasizes authentic leadership and work-life balance, aiming to make a lasting impact both professionally and personally.
our supporters
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.
pupdates
FOLLOW OUR ADVENTURES
Our pups are always adventuring. Follow along each month to see what they’re up to and how they are doing!
Sarge II | July 2025
Sarge went on a few different outings this month where he got to prove what a rockstar he is! The first was to Spruce...
Olé | July 2025
Summer mode was fully activated in July! Canada Day was filled with activities as we spent time at Granville Island,...
Sesame | July 2025
Sesame spent most of this month putting in hours at the training centre, working on becoming a mobility service dog!...
Vaseux | July 2025
Hello friends! I am enjoying the summer so far, but I do not like the heat. Luckily, I have AC and can cool off at the...