COPE Service Dogs is unique. Based in Barrie, Ontario, Canada, we empower high school students to face their own challenges while training service dogs alongside our instructors. Through our "Canines in the Classroom" program, students earn credits, learn to train 90 service dog commands, and develop essential life skills—building contributing citizens both human and canine alike.
Last Year’s Impact
16,000+
Lives Impacted
across all programs
130+
Students
in classroom programs
6,760
Individuals
supported by facility dogs
Classroom & Community Programs
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5,349 individuals supported
Through therapy & community visits in seniors homes, camps, libraries, and events
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130+ students participated
In Canines in the Classroom & Reading Buddy programs
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4,060 students supported
Receiving emotional support during high-stress periods at school
Service Dog Training
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Full-circle training model
Dogs develop obedience, social skills, and up to 90 specialized commands
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New puppies welcomed in 2025
Continuing COPE's cycle of impact
Facility Dogs
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6,760 individuals supported
Providing comfort in hospices and child & youth advocacy centres
Volunteer Impact
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Volunteers drive our mission forward
Puppy fosters, sitters, drivers, speakers, and fundraisers
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Growing community of support
COPE continues to welcome new volunteers
Help Us Unleash Potential
One dog…40 lives touched. Donate today to continue our impact.