Each year at PADS we gather to celebrate our people and our community. We truly appreciate the sacrifice AND gifts that come from leading a life of service. The sacrifice comes by way of time, energy and resources and generally speaking, it can take you away from things that one sometimes might rather be doing. But our hope for each of our volunteers is that the gifts far outweigh the sacrifice. You tend to say that you love PADS, you love our community, you love the dogs, you love learning and you love being part of such an extraordinary mission.
This page is a collection of the Volunteer Award Winners from 2019 onwards. Please join us in celebrating their accomplishments!
Covid Heroes
The 2020 -2021 year has been an undeniably challenging one – for all of us at PADS. It also has meant that new volunteer roles had to be developed on the fly to support new ways of doing business – many of these individuals took on increased workloads related to COVID-19 and some provided specialized expertise or skills that we’ve never needed before. To each of them we are grateful!
Communications & Event Coordinator | POSITION FILLED
PADS is seeking a full-time (37.5 hrs/week), Communication & Event Coordinator, which is a diverse role designed to effectively support PADS’ growth, mission and endeavors. This role requires a person that is very detail orientated and task driven with experience...
mister Blake 8 Star Promise Pups
After sponsoring the mister Blake 5 Star Litter last year, our dear friend and generous donor mister Blake has done it again!When we shared the news that 8 beautiful labrador puppies were arriving at PADS (from our friends at Guide Dogs for the Blind) and needed...
Position Statement: The Use of Shock Collars
In recent days there has been a great deal of discussion in the media surrounding the BCSPCA's recently launched campaign against the use of shock collars. This is a campaign that PADS supports wholeheartedly, knowing first hand the benefits of using...
WestJet Gift of Flight Raffle
We’re excited that our friends at WestJet are helping us change lives yet again by giving you a chance to go on the trip of your dreams! One lucky raffle winner will win the WestJet Gift of Flight – one return trip for two (2) to any scheduled WestJet destination!
Bell True Patriot Love Fund Awards PADS $25K
The Bell True Patriot Love (TPL) Fund is helping PADS change lives through the training of life-changing dogs. The TPL Fund has awarded $25,000 to pilot a program to serve Veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), by matching them with PTSD Service...
Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation Supports PADS
PADS was pleased to be chosen by the The Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation as one of their 2018 recipients. The Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation is a proud supporter of various non-profit and community groups assisting them continue their various programs that benefit...
Quarterly – Winter 2018
Dune | October 2018
Caring Dune: I had a reaction to a flu shot and went to bed one afternoon for a rest/nap. Dune positioned himself on the floor next to the bed and also napped. After about an hour, I felt a gentle, warm breath on my nose. When I opened my eyes, there was Dune with his...
Telus Cares
We're tremendously grateful to the TELUS Calgary Community Board for recently approving a grant application to sponsor two VIPs to be placed with vulnerable children or youth in the Calgary region in the next year. VIP Dogs (Very Important Pets) are placed with...
2018 Newsletter
Volunteers of the year
Communications & Event Coordinator | POSITION FILLED
PADS is seeking a full-time (37.5 hrs/week), Communication & Event Coordinator, which is a diverse role designed to effectively support PADS’ growth, mission and endeavors. This role requires a person that is very detail orientated and task driven with experience...
mister Blake 8 Star Promise Pups
After sponsoring the mister Blake 5 Star Litter last year, our dear friend and generous donor mister Blake has done it again!When we shared the news that 8 beautiful labrador puppies were arriving at PADS (from our friends at Guide Dogs for the Blind) and needed...
Position Statement: The Use of Shock Collars
In recent days there has been a great deal of discussion in the media surrounding the BCSPCA's recently launched campaign against the use of shock collars. This is a campaign that PADS supports wholeheartedly, knowing first hand the benefits of using...
WestJet Gift of Flight Raffle
We’re excited that our friends at WestJet are helping us change lives yet again by giving you a chance to go on the trip of your dreams! One lucky raffle winner will win the WestJet Gift of Flight – one return trip for two (2) to any scheduled WestJet destination!
Bell True Patriot Love Fund Awards PADS $25K
The Bell True Patriot Love (TPL) Fund is helping PADS change lives through the training of life-changing dogs. The TPL Fund has awarded $25,000 to pilot a program to serve Veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), by matching them with PTSD Service...
Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation Supports PADS
PADS was pleased to be chosen by the The Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation as one of their 2018 recipients. The Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation is a proud supporter of various non-profit and community groups assisting them continue their various programs that benefit...
Quarterly – Winter 2018
Dune | October 2018
Caring Dune: I had a reaction to a flu shot and went to bed one afternoon for a rest/nap. Dune positioned himself on the floor next to the bed and also napped. After about an hour, I felt a gentle, warm breath on my nose. When I opened my eyes, there was Dune with his...
Telus Cares
We're tremendously grateful to the TELUS Calgary Community Board for recently approving a grant application to sponsor two VIPs to be placed with vulnerable children or youth in the Calgary region in the next year. VIP Dogs (Very Important Pets) are placed with...
2018 Newsletter
Spirit of PADS award
This award is awarded to volunteers that demonstrate extraordinary commitment to PADS and our community in their efforts to support PADS’ mission and vision and is awarded each year to one or more volunteers (or household).
Communications & Event Coordinator | POSITION FILLED
PADS is seeking a full-time (37.5 hrs/week), Communication & Event Coordinator, which is a diverse role designed to effectively support PADS’ growth, mission and endeavors. This role requires a person that is very detail orientated and task driven with experience...
mister Blake 8 Star Promise Pups
After sponsoring the mister Blake 5 Star Litter last year, our dear friend and generous donor mister Blake has done it again!When we shared the news that 8 beautiful labrador puppies were arriving at PADS (from our friends at Guide Dogs for the Blind) and needed...
Position Statement: The Use of Shock Collars
In recent days there has been a great deal of discussion in the media surrounding the BCSPCA's recently launched campaign against the use of shock collars. This is a campaign that PADS supports wholeheartedly, knowing first hand the benefits of using...
WestJet Gift of Flight Raffle
We’re excited that our friends at WestJet are helping us change lives yet again by giving you a chance to go on the trip of your dreams! One lucky raffle winner will win the WestJet Gift of Flight – one return trip for two (2) to any scheduled WestJet destination!
Bell True Patriot Love Fund Awards PADS $25K
The Bell True Patriot Love (TPL) Fund is helping PADS change lives through the training of life-changing dogs. The TPL Fund has awarded $25,000 to pilot a program to serve Veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), by matching them with PTSD Service...
Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation Supports PADS
PADS was pleased to be chosen by the The Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation as one of their 2018 recipients. The Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation is a proud supporter of various non-profit and community groups assisting them continue their various programs that benefit...
Quarterly – Winter 2018
Dune | October 2018
Caring Dune: I had a reaction to a flu shot and went to bed one afternoon for a rest/nap. Dune positioned himself on the floor next to the bed and also napped. After about an hour, I felt a gentle, warm breath on my nose. When I opened my eyes, there was Dune with his...
Telus Cares
We're tremendously grateful to the TELUS Calgary Community Board for recently approving a grant application to sponsor two VIPs to be placed with vulnerable children or youth in the Calgary region in the next year. VIP Dogs (Very Important Pets) are placed with...
2018 Newsletter
Verne Trevoy award
Verne Trevoy was a Calgary volunteer, a PADS client, and an extraordinary gentleman. With his partner, PADS Service Dog Charlie, at his side, was the heart and soul of the Calgary program. Verne was single handedly responsible for recruiting countless volunteers, donors and even staff to our cause with his gentle, yet passionate, dedication.
This award is presented to a Calgary volunteer (or household) when there is a recipient who exemplifies Verne’s passion and dedication.
Communications & Event Coordinator | POSITION FILLED
PADS is seeking a full-time (37.5 hrs/week), Communication & Event Coordinator, which is a diverse role designed to effectively support PADS’ growth, mission and endeavors. This role requires a person that is very detail orientated and task driven with experience...
mister Blake 8 Star Promise Pups
After sponsoring the mister Blake 5 Star Litter last year, our dear friend and generous donor mister Blake has done it again!When we shared the news that 8 beautiful labrador puppies were arriving at PADS (from our friends at Guide Dogs for the Blind) and needed...
Position Statement: The Use of Shock Collars
In recent days there has been a great deal of discussion in the media surrounding the BCSPCA's recently launched campaign against the use of shock collars. This is a campaign that PADS supports wholeheartedly, knowing first hand the benefits of using...
WestJet Gift of Flight Raffle
We’re excited that our friends at WestJet are helping us change lives yet again by giving you a chance to go on the trip of your dreams! One lucky raffle winner will win the WestJet Gift of Flight – one return trip for two (2) to any scheduled WestJet destination!
Bell True Patriot Love Fund Awards PADS $25K
The Bell True Patriot Love (TPL) Fund is helping PADS change lives through the training of life-changing dogs. The TPL Fund has awarded $25,000 to pilot a program to serve Veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), by matching them with PTSD Service...
Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation Supports PADS
PADS was pleased to be chosen by the The Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation as one of their 2018 recipients. The Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation is a proud supporter of various non-profit and community groups assisting them continue their various programs that benefit...
Quarterly – Winter 2018
Dune | October 2018
Caring Dune: I had a reaction to a flu shot and went to bed one afternoon for a rest/nap. Dune positioned himself on the floor next to the bed and also napped. After about an hour, I felt a gentle, warm breath on my nose. When I opened my eyes, there was Dune with his...
Telus Cares
We're tremendously grateful to the TELUS Calgary Community Board for recently approving a grant application to sponsor two VIPs to be placed with vulnerable children or youth in the Calgary region in the next year. VIP Dogs (Very Important Pets) are placed with...
2018 Newsletter
Juanita Valentine award
The Juanita Valentine Award is named for this fiesty lady that spent a lifetime supporting PADS with ferocious tenacity, perseverance, and love. This award is now presented only when there is a recipient that reflects her remarkable spirit and commitment. May be presented to any volunteer (or household) in British Columbia.
Communications & Event Coordinator | POSITION FILLED
PADS is seeking a full-time (37.5 hrs/week), Communication & Event Coordinator, which is a diverse role designed to effectively support PADS’ growth, mission and endeavors. This role requires a person that is very detail orientated and task driven with experience...
mister Blake 8 Star Promise Pups
After sponsoring the mister Blake 5 Star Litter last year, our dear friend and generous donor mister Blake has done it again!When we shared the news that 8 beautiful labrador puppies were arriving at PADS (from our friends at Guide Dogs for the Blind) and needed...
Position Statement: The Use of Shock Collars
In recent days there has been a great deal of discussion in the media surrounding the BCSPCA's recently launched campaign against the use of shock collars. This is a campaign that PADS supports wholeheartedly, knowing first hand the benefits of using...
WestJet Gift of Flight Raffle
We’re excited that our friends at WestJet are helping us change lives yet again by giving you a chance to go on the trip of your dreams! One lucky raffle winner will win the WestJet Gift of Flight – one return trip for two (2) to any scheduled WestJet destination!
Bell True Patriot Love Fund Awards PADS $25K
The Bell True Patriot Love (TPL) Fund is helping PADS change lives through the training of life-changing dogs. The TPL Fund has awarded $25,000 to pilot a program to serve Veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), by matching them with PTSD Service...
Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation Supports PADS
PADS was pleased to be chosen by the The Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation as one of their 2018 recipients. The Spruce Meadows Leg Up Foundation is a proud supporter of various non-profit and community groups assisting them continue their various programs that benefit...
Quarterly – Winter 2018
Dune | October 2018
Caring Dune: I had a reaction to a flu shot and went to bed one afternoon for a rest/nap. Dune positioned himself on the floor next to the bed and also napped. After about an hour, I felt a gentle, warm breath on my nose. When I opened my eyes, there was Dune with his...
Telus Cares
We're tremendously grateful to the TELUS Calgary Community Board for recently approving a grant application to sponsor two VIPs to be placed with vulnerable children or youth in the Calgary region in the next year. VIP Dogs (Very Important Pets) are placed with...