Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025

Holiday Fundraisers

Make the most of your festive shopping this year by supporting one of our Holiday Fundraisers!

Become a Puppy-Raiser

Raise a puppy, change a life! Join us for a PADS Volunteer Information Session,
and learn how you can make an impact by volunteering with PADS.

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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.

OUR PROGRAMS

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VOLUNTEER

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

DONATE

Give a gift, change a life! PADS relies on the generosity of donors who support our mission. Find out how you can become one of them.

EVENTS & PARTNERSHIPS

Vancouver Whitecaps FC is proud to support Pacific Assistance Dogs by raising awareness of their mission to empower individuals with disabilities. The also sponsored a PADS puppy litter, helping to provide the next generation of life-changing assistance dogs.

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Rascal

PADS have partnered with Rascal, a new canned cocktail brand crafted in Vancouver, B.C. With eight flavours and 2% from each sale coming back to PADS, these are a good time for a good cause. Available at select liquor stores across B.C.

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Paws In The Peak

Sun Peaks Resort and Paws in the Peaks are teaming up with PADS to support a future litter of life-changing assistance dogs. Learn more and join the effort to make a difference at the Paws in the Peaks event fall of 2026.

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Woof Dog Cleaning Sponges

Woof Dog Grooming Sponges are a dream come true for #DogsAgainstBaths. With these biodegrable and vet-developed sponges, just spritz and scrub. No rinsing required, and a portion of sales comes back to PADS.

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NEWS & STORIES

Maple Ridge News: PADS Dogs at Invictus

Feb 12, 2025

A Maple Ridge-trained PADS assistance dog Loki provided comfort and support at the Invictus Games. Loki played an important role in creating a calming environment for competitors with mental and physical challenges.

People – Prince Harry meeting PADS dog at Invictus 2025

Feb 10, 2025

During the Invictus Games on February 9, 2025, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle met Thorin, a therapy dog supporting first responders. This interaction reminded Prince Harry of his late rescue beagle, Guy, who recently passed away.

Invictus Games 2025 Appreciation Post

Feb 9, 2025

At the Invictus Games 2025 (#IG25), service dogs play an important role in supporting the community. These dogs are present to help offer comfort and companionship to participants. Their presence helps to foster well-being within the Invictus Community.

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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.

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