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 encounter new sounds, sights, and environments, helping prepare them for their future roles as Guide or Service Dogs. FORE! The Rogers Charity Classic takes place August 14 – 18, 2024 at Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club in Calgary, AB. This tournament benefits more than just the players & the fans … it has raised over  ..read more

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 Beach’s commitment to supporting accessibility within our community. For our dogs in training, encountering a variety of environments and situations is essential. The unique setting of a live theatre performance offers sensory experiences that our dogs might not have encountered otherwise. The sounds of music, voices, visual effects, and the audience’s re ..read more

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 an opportunity to support an incredible cause! Your support of BC & Alberta Guide Dogs is crucial as we continue to expand and enhance our programs. Funds raised at this event help us meet the growing demand for professionally trained Guide Dogs, Autism Service Dogs, and OSI-PTSD Service Dogs. These dogs provide essential assistance to individuals who are blind or h ..read more

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 prepare them for their future roles as Guide or Service Dogs. Click here to see what CityNews had to say about the event! To continue providing these essential experiences, we are seeking volunteer puppy raisers. As a puppy raiser, you will get the chance to nurture and train these young dogs until they are ready for A ..read more

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 goes out to everyone who attended, including our generous sponsors, dedicated supporters, inspiring speakers, and hardworking staff. Your contributions and enthusiasm made this event a tremendous success! View Event Photos The Breeding & Training Centre of Excellence We are proud to announce the launch of our Capital Campaign, a vital step in o ..read more

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 and training Guide and Service dogs for individuals in BC & Alberta. Our new centre will serve as a vital hub for breeding, raising, and training Guide Dogs for individuals who are blind or have low vision, Autism Service Dogs for children with autism, and Operational Stress Injury (OSI)-PTSD Service Dogs for Veterans & First Responders ..read more

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 reporter, Alanna Kelly, joined us at this exciting event and published our feature on Glacier Media’s digital publications. Read Feature Now As Autism Awareness Month draws to an end, we reflect on the incredible journey of awareness, understanding, and acceptance that has unfolded throughout this meaningful time. We have shar ..read more

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 storytelling and to raising funds to breed, raise, and train Guide Dogs and Service Dogs. Ties & Tails is a magical evening where community and philanthropy converge in a celebration of compassion. The venue, The Ballroom at Tsawwassen Spring Golf Club, provides the perfect backdrop for an evening filled with purpose. From esteemed philanthropis ..read more

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 our dogs completing various tasks and activities. Our trainers demonstrated the remarkable skills and abilities of the dogs in training, detailing the rigorous training process they undergo to become exceptional Guide Dogs.* *Read the full feature with Glacier Media here. Rachel Nelson, our Apprentice Mobility Dog ..read more

There are many ways that you can support our organization, please click on the different ways you can help below! You can make a donation, sponsor a puppy, pay tribute to a loved one, leave a legacy, support an event or volunteer.  ..read more