Operation Freedom Paws Canada
is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization, doing compassionate work that changes lives, one rescue at a time. For veterans, first responders, and civilians with PTSD and complex trauma, this work is nothing short of a lifeline. Our clients and their dogs share a bond like no other, even more so when that bond is born through rescue.
We saved each other, is something we hear time and time again from our OFP family, and it never loses its impact.
Working with Veterans, First Responders and Non-veterans has been the greatest experience of my life. Watching a team bond and save each others lives is phenomenal and an incredible life changing experience.
BARB ASHMEAD | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Made for success, Purpose for everyone. Goal for every person. A dog for every person. A dog for every goal. A community for all.
KEN |OFPC MEMBER
Life Changing.
STEVE |OFPC MEMBER
Such a wonderful program. Gracie and I are so thankful to be in it. The instructors are so amazing.
TIA |OFPC MEMBER
A hundred years of thank yous still wouldn’t feel like enough to explain how grateful I am to OFPC and its supporters. I have seen first-hand the amount of people that have had their lives absolutely changed and filled with hope again. Thank you for reminding me there is life after trauma and how to trust my dog.
TIFFANY |OFPC MEMBER
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Program costs for our clients are 100% funded by donations. Your generosity removes barriers and offers hope to those who truly need our program, and we thank you.
General Roméo Dallaire
Hear from one of Canada’s most respected leaders and humanitarians. His powerful stories of resilience, justice, and hope will leave you inspired and remind you what it means to lead – and live – with compassion. A rare opportunity to hear from a real Canadian hero.
About General Roméo Dallaire
General Roméo Dallaire is a celebrated advocate for global human rights, as well as a highly respected author, public speaker, leadership consultant, international advisor, former Canadian Senator, and founder of la Fondation Roméo Dallaire and the Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace, and Security. Whether as military commander, humanitarian, speaker, or author, Roméo Dallaire works tirelessly to bring national and international attention to situations too-often ignored, whether the prevention of mass atrocities and the recruitment and use of children in armed conflict, the impact of post-traumatic stress disorder on veterans and their families, or strategic solutions for lasting peace.
Throughout his distinguished military career, General Dallaire served most notably as Force Commander of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda during the 1994 genocide.
About Operation Freedom Paws Canada
Operation Freedom Paws Canada empowers veterans and individuals with disabilities to restore their freedom to live life by teaching them to train their own dogs and certifying them as service dog teams. Through a special therapeutic canine-human relationship, all veterans and individuals with disabilities live an enriched life and engage with their communities.
EVENT SPONSORS
Quantum Dental Group – Presenting Sponsor
The Nicklen Group
Mid Island Co-op + Charlie and Company
Broken Squirrel + Totem Times + Qualicum Pet Foods
Ace Brewing Company
Comox Valley Dodge
OFP Canada Stories – Mike and Vision
Thanks to Our Sponsors
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