Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
PADS Audited Financial Statements | 2018
PADS 2018 Financial Statements were audited by Crowe Mackay LLP
What’s Swedish for “Thank You”?!
For years, PADS trainers and volunteers alike have headed to Ikea Coquitlam—just up the road from PADS Burnaby Campus—for field trips, socialization and of course delicious Swedish treats and furniture. But recently they spotted something new in store: Lurvig! This...
Hiring “Canada Summer Jobs” Student!
PADS is hiring a part time summer student to work as a digital media content producer. Apply Now!
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!
Mushu | April 2025
Spring has sprung! That brings new smells on my walks and trails that are firsts for me and my first cherry blossoms!...
Cynder | April 2025
Cynder had a wonderful April attending her first dance competition and was so excited about it that she fell asleep....
Ripto | April 2025
April was a big month for Mr. Ripto! He has been settling into his new long-term sitter/raiser’s home, and so much has...
Korra | April 2025
Time is going by so fast. Korra is 16 months old this month. She was a very brave girl getting her spay. She wore...