News & Media

Stay connected with the latest updates from Paws & Boots for Good. Our News & Media section highlights program announcements, media coverage, community stories, and updates from our youth trainers, volunteers, and partners.

Here you will find behind-the-scenes insights into our work, updates on events and initiatives, and stories that showcase the impact of dogs, youth leadership, and community collaboration.

Check back regularly for the latest news and updates from our programs and the communities we serve.

Hope Unleashed Documentary | Barrie Today

Hope Unleashed Documentary | Barrie Today

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Discover how Hope Unleashed, filmed in the Barrie area, follows Jane Boake and students training therapy dogs through an innovative classroom program supporting youth confidence and mental wellness.

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Paws and Boots on the Ground Is Now Paws and Boots for Good

Paws and Boots on the Ground Is Now Paws and Boots for Good

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As our programs have grown and more people have discovered the work we’re doing, we realized that clarity matters. We wanted a name that immediately commun

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Deputy Mayor Kenneth Fowler Supports Therapy Dog Program | Innisfil

Deputy Mayor Kenneth Fowler Supports Therapy Dog Program | Innisfil

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Deputy Mayor Kenneth Fowler highlights the impact of local therapy dog teams, recognizing youth volunteers and their role in strengthening the Innisfil community.

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Mayor Lynn Dollin Highlights Therapy Dog Program | Community Impact in Innisfil

Mayor Lynn Dollin Highlights Therapy Dog Program | Community Impact in Innisfil

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Mayor Lynn Dollin celebrates local therapy dog teams and youth volunteers, recognizing their positive impact on community health, connection, and support.

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Therapy Dog Program Graduation | Innisfil Today

Therapy Dog Program Graduation | Innisfil Today

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Innisfil celebrates the graduation of new therapy dogs and youth trainers, highlighting a program that builds confidence, skills, and community support through the human-animal bond.

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Therapy Dog Program Graduation | Innsfil Today

Therapy Dog Program Graduation | Innsfil Today

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A Simcoe County therapy dog program celebrates new graduates, highlighting how youth and their dogs are building confidence while supporting the community.

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Therapy Dog Teams in Barrie | CTV News

Therapy Dog Teams in Barrie | CTV News

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Barrie teens and their pets are forming therapy dog teams, bringing comfort to the community while building confidence, skills, and meaningful connections.

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Welcome to Paws and Boots on the Ground!

Welcome to Paws and Boots on the Ground!

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Paws and Boots on the Ground empowers youth through dog training, building therapy-dog teams that foster purpose, leadership, and community connection.

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