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Celebrating Our New Autism Service Dog Teams in Calgary!
We are thrilled to announce the graduation of two new Autism Service Dog teams in Calgary, Alberta! This special occasion marks our 69th and 70th graduate teams from BC & Alberta Guide Dogs and the 9th and 10th Autism Service…
Puppies at the Park! Puppies at the Beach!
June Woofs-Up Puppies In The Park! On June 25, we had the amazing opportunity to participate in a special socialization event where our dogs-in-training enjoyed a horse-drawn carriage tour around Stanley Park. This unique training experience allowed the puppies to…
A Night at Bard on the Beach
On June 30th, 5 of our dogs and their puppy raisers made a special appearance at Bard on the Beach for a unique cross-promotional event. This collaboration was an excellent socialization opportunity for our dogs while highlighting Bard on the…
Golf For Guide Dogs
The 28th Annual Golf For BC Guide Dogs Tournament is just around the corner, and we couldn’t be more excited! Set against the beautiful backdrop of Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course, this event is more than just a day of golf—it’s…
Puppies Enjoy Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour for Socialization in Stanley Park
On June 25, we had the amazing opportunity to organize a special socialization event where our dogs-in-training enjoyed a horse-drawn carriage tour around Stanley Park. This unique training experience allowed the puppies to encounter new sounds, sights, and environments, helping…
Celebrating Our Spectacular Successes & Sharing Exciting News!
May Woofs-Up We are thrilled to announce that the 16th annual Ties & Tails Charity Auction and Gala raised an impressive $75,000! These funds will be dedicated to our new Breeding & Training Centre of Excellence! A heartfelt thank you…
Announcing Our Breeding & Training Centre of Excellence Capital Campaign
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Breeding & Training Centre of Excellence Capital Campaign! BC & Alberta Guide Dogs is embarking on an exciting new chapter with the aim of establishing a cutting-edge facility dedicated to breeding…
Spring has Sprung! Babies are Being Born! We’re Coming Together!
April Woofs-Up On April 24th, we celebrated International Guide Dog Day by hosting a media event, showcasing our amazing Instructors and their dogs demonstrating the remarkable skills our dogs acquire on their journey to becoming Guide Dogs. Glacier Media’s video…
Ties & Tails – An Unforgettable Night to Transform Lives
Amidst the tinkling of glasses, the clouds of dog hair and the bustle of warm conversations, there exists a heartwarming event that connects, engages and inspires. The Ties & Tails Gala and Charity Auction is an annual affair dedicated to…
International Guide Dog Day
April 24th marked International Guide Dog Day, a day to celebrate the invaluable assistance these dogs provide to people with visual impairments. Alanna Kelly, province-wide video reporter from Glacier Media, attended International Guide Dog Day where our trainers actively showcased…