The mission of Lions Foundation of Canada is to provide service to ...

“I don’t need to rely
on another person
being there.”
Terri and Wolfe
4 / Lions Foundation of Canada Annual Report 2007~2008
Canine Vision
Dog Guides
Canine Vision Dog Guides have
been enriching the lives of Canadians
who are blind or visually impaired
since 1985.
Th ese Dog Guides are trained to assist
their handlers in navigating obstacles
typically found on most daily routes,
including cars, curbs, escalators and
stairs.
Th e benefi ts of living with a Canine
Vision Dog Guide are immeasurable.
With their assistance, handlers
experience increased mobility, safety
and independence.
Th e confi dence they gain allows them to
pursue education, careers and activities in
their communities.
With the knowledge that they are capable
of traveling freely and safely, handlers feel
self-assured every time they leave their homes
with their Dog Guide.
Hearing Ear
Dog Guides
Hearing Ear Dog Guides assist
individuals who are deaf or hard
of hearing to detect sounds they are
unable to hear on their own.
Th e help of a Hearing Ear Dog Guide gives
handlers an increased sense of security by
acting as their link to the world of sound.
Th is allows them to function unhindered
and feel more comfortable and at ease in
their own home.
Hearing Ear Dog Guides are taught to
distinguish sounds, make physical contact
with their handlers and lead them to
whatever is making the noise.
Hearing Ear Dog Guides alert their
handlers to everyday sounds such as a
telephone ringing, a kettle boiling, a smoke
alarm sounding or someone calling their
name. Th ey have been alerting people to
these sounds since 1988, providing peace
of mind to those who need assistance.
“I can trust my
Dog Guide for all
the sounds.”
Debbie and Encore
Lions Foundation of Canada Annual Report 2007~2008 /5