Events Archive - Canine Companions

A yellow Labrador retriever wearing a blue and yellow vest with 'Canine Companions' stands on a grassy area near a pond, with a golf course visible in the background. There is promotional text for the Arizona Valley of the Sun Golf Classic event on November 17 at Whirlwind Golf Club in Chandler, AZ.

2025 Arizona Valley of the Sun Golf Classic

July 21, 2025 • By Sandrine

Come join us for a great day of golf on Nov. 17, 2025 at the Whirlwind Golf Club in Chandler, Arizona.

A smiling woman with short gray hair and glasses, wearing a blue shirt with a name tag, holds a decorative ornament that says "Happy Retirement" and features palm trees. She is sitting indoors with a light-colored floor and blurred background.

Bon Voyage, Ellen Torop!

January 17, 2025 • By [email protected]

It’s time to say thank you for 36 wonderful years as Canine Companions Program Director Ellen Torop heads into retirement!

Two yellow Labrador retrievers sitting in the passenger seat of a golf cart overlooking a serene pond with ducks, surrounded by trees and greenery, promoting the New Mexico Enchanted Canines Golf Classic at Sandia Golf Club on June 30, 2025.

New Mexico Enchanted Canines Golf Classic

December 9, 2024 • By Kyle Kensing

Come join us for a great day of golf at the Sandia Golf Club in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

A group of six people, wearing blue shirts, poses on the steps of a white house with green foliage surrounding them. Three dogs, with one wearing a yellow vest, are seated beside the people.

Canine Companions Grand Opening in Mathews, Virginia!

January 17, 2025 • By [email protected]

As we celebrate our 50th year, Canine Companions opened a new chapter in Virginia this week, celebrating the grand opening of our new Mathews property!

A family group poses on a blue background, with a man and a woman sitting closely together, smiling. A girl sits in front of them, playfully holding the ears of a light brown dog wearing a yellow bandana. Behind them are several people in the background, sharing a cheerful atmosphere.

DogFest Southwest 2025

December 9, 2024 • By Kyle Kensing

DogFest is Canine Companions’ signature national event. DogFest is a family-friendly and dog-friendly festival that raises funds and awareness for Canine Companions.

A black dog wearing a service vest runs towards the viewer, with images of people and service dogs in the background. Text reads "50 Canine Companions" and "Independence is Golden."

Independence Is Golden

December 17, 2024 • By [email protected]

Join us for Canine Companions annual gala in Santa Rosa, CA or Seattle, WA. Celebrate our 50 year anniversary – our golden anniversary! Hear from our clients and meet their life-changing service dogs, see our adorable puppies and enjoy a delicious dinner. Bid on exciting items in our live and silent auctions, and watch the premiere of the newest Canine Companions short film.