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Page 1: Canine Courier November 2015

Legacy LeaderYour life insurance policy could

be a precious gift.

Learn more...

Graduate Update: Gary & Bogart

A beautiful friendship and fan favourite .Read their story on page 3

Honoring our Supporters

The annual general meeting was a chance to shine the

spotlight on long-time supporters.

See our 2015 Patrons

DONATEN W

Canine CourierNovember 2015LIONS FOUNDATION OF CANADA DOG GUIDES

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Canine CourierTable of Contents

Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides152 Wilson St. Oakville, ON L6K 0G6

(905)842-2891 • (800)768-3030PURINA® WALK FOR DOG GUIDES: Merilyn - Ext. 231 [email protected]: Julie - Ext. 223 [email protected] FOR A DOG GUIDE: Colleen - Ext. 222 [email protected]: Ext. 226 [email protected]

www.dogguides.com

Congrats Grads

Gift Shop 16

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17Legacy Leader

3Graduate Update

Wish List

Campaign Update

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Out & About

Volunteer Profile

Barking News

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12Supporting Dog Guides

This Winter

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Patron Awards

Purina® Walk for Dog Guides

Dog Guides Happenings

November 2015

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Graduate UpdateBeautiful Friendship and Fan Favourite: Gary & Bogart

“I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship.”

That’s the famous last line spoken by Humphrey Bogart in Casablanca’s closing scene. And there couldn’t be truer words for a Dog Guide with the actor’s namesake and the person with whom Bogart, a Canine Vision Dog Guide, was matched.

Gary, a resident of New Westminster, B.C., has retinitis pigmentosa, a degenerative eye disease that causes visual impairment. He started using a cane at the age of 19 as his vision decreased. As it continued to worsen, Gary began to have trouble with his walk home across two major roads. This motivated him to apply for a Dog Guide, and five years ago, he was match with Bogart.

Bogart, a specially trained standard poodle, assists Gary by helping him navigate his daily route. This includes stopping at steps and curbs, and walking safely through crowds. “I used to feel insecure on the train platform, but it is a different experience now with a Dog Guide,” says Gary of taking public transit. “I know that Bogart won’t put me in a bad situation.” In truth, airports, malls and transit stations used to bring on fear. “I no longer feel anxiety [in these situations].”

With Bogart at his side, Gary leads an active life. He’s a goalie for the Vancouver Eclipse hockey team, and recently became president of the Canadian Blind Hockey Association. He is also working with USA Disabled Hockey in hopes of getting more countries interested, and eventually

positioning blind hockey as an event in the Paralympics. “Bogart has become a team mascot in a lot of ways,” says Gary, commenting on how they have attended events across the world from Syracuse, NY to London, England together. “He is a fan favourite.”

No matter where their journeys take them, Bogart is on the job. “There was a new subway line put in for the Olympics [in Vancouver], and I got lost trying to find the way out,” said Gary who finally told Bogart to take him out. “I was blown away by how he got me back out of the subway station.”

Bogart stands on Humphrey Bogart’s footprints during a trip to Hollywood he took with Gary

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Getting into the Dog Guides Spirit

Pet Portraits with SantaStrike a pose for Dog Guides by organizing a seasonal photo op pet owners will love. A local event can be arranged at a local retail store, or veterinarian’s office, with donations going to Lions Foundation. Just add Saint Nick, and contact Emelia for assistance putting together the remaining details.

Holiday Gift IdeaEach year, more people are donating to celebrate special events such as holidays, birthdays and weddings in lieu of giving gifts. Why not consider a holiday gift from Dog Guides? The recipient will receive a letter of congratulations, and you will receive a tax receipt. Visit the website to learn more.

Gift Shop As always, Dog Guides’ online gift shop is full of great gift-giving inspiration. You’ll find new holiday cards, ornaments, and many other items.

Supporting this Winter Pet Valu

As 2015 winds down, Dog Guides is thrilled to once again have Pet Valu as a national partner through the store’s give-what-you-can 2016 calendar

campaign. Proceeds from the calendar benefit Dog Guides, and support the sponsorship of new teams. This year, Pet Valu became the first Dog Guide Champion, sponsoring teams in all six of Dog Guides’ programs. Pet Valu was honoured as a patron at this year’s annual general meeting. You can pick up a copy of the calendar at Pet Valu locations across Canada.

PJ’s PetsThe PJ’s Pets group of stores (including Pets Unlimited,

“petculture” and “Oliver’s) are once again holding their

annual fundraising campaign for the month of November. It is now in its 10th year and since 2005, has raised over $411,333 for the Dog Guide programs. Customers are encouraged to make a donation to LFC when checking out. In return, they can write their name on a “Dog Guide” paper logo card which we hope will be covering the walls of every store. For a list of stores, please visit http://www.pjspet.com/stores

Giving TuesdayGiving Tuesday, which follows “Black Friday,” is an international day to celebrate the philanthropic spirit. Taking

place on December 1st, Lions Foundation has joined many other charities in Canada promoting Giving Tuesday. It’s a great way to support the foundation. This year, consider making a donation on this day, and sharing the gift with someone special this holiday season.

CIBC Miracle DayEvery year, on the first Wednesday of December, CIBC employee and CIBC Wood

Gundy advisors donate their fees and commissions to CIBC Miracle Day. Funds are donated to Canadian children’s charities, one of which is Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides. We have been fortunate to receive this support for the last 10 years, with funds going toward the Autism Assistance Dog Guides program.

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Lions Foundation is pleased to announce the following have been named Patrons for 2015. This is the highest honour presented to supporters of Dog Guides’ mission and programming.

BOB ROBINSONPDG Bob Robinson is a past Chairperson of the Board with Lions Foundation (2010-11), and during his time in this official capacity, he was an enthusiastic and dedicated ambassador for the organization. Since leaving the board, his involvement has continued, and he has been a strong supporter through the Purina® Walk for Dog Guides in his hometown of Winnipeg. Prior to his time on the board of directors, PDG Bob had a strong involvement as LFC Chairperson for District 5M10. His charisma, professionalism, and pride in the work of Lions Foundation has been instrumental in increasing knowledge and support for the organization.

2015 Patrons Honouring Our Supporters

RUTH & JOSEPH SCHEMBRIMr. and Mrs. Schembri are long-time puppy raisers with Lions Foundation, currently fostering their seventh future Dog Guide. The Toronto couple is actively involved in LFC events and fundraisers throughout the year, and are among the top fundraisers in the Toronto West Purina® Walk for Dog Guides, working tirelessly to secure donations and raffle items each year for this top walk. Both wonderful spokespeople, Mr. Schembri has approached many individuals and companies for support – always with his current foster puppy in tow – resulting in significant referrals and donations made.

KAREN FEIKEMAMs. Feikema’s involvement with Lions Foundation goes back nearly ten years. When the Georgetown, Ont., resident first learned about the organization, the idea of helping people by matching them with dedicated service dogs touched her heart, and inspired her to assist that mission. Since that time, she has raised the funds to sponsor a total of 13 Dog Guide teams (and counting). A tireless ambassador, Ms. Feikema organizes the Passport to Freedom golf tournament, an annual event with all proceeds going to Dog Guides. Her dedication to Lions Foundation has raised an amazing $105,000.

CORPORATE PATRON: PET VALUIn 2014, Pet Valu became a national partner of Lions Foundation, and introduced a give-what-you-can calendar available for a donation at each of its stores in Canada. The results were more impressive than either party imagined, and raised more than $80,000. Pet Valu has since become LFC’s first Dog Guide Champion, sponsoring a team in all six Dog Guides programs. In the last year, their contributions have made possible two Hearing Ear, one Canine Vision, two Service, two Seizure Response, one Diabetic Alert and two Autism Assistance Dog Guides teams.

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Happenings Dog

Gu

ides

Graduation Day

Dennis, his parents, and his Autism Assistance Dog Guide Pax pose with some of the individuals who made this match possible: Margaret DeBoer and Ferne Lindhorst

of the Cambridge Highlands Lions Club which raised $12,000 to sponsored the team, and puppy raiser Missy

who raised Pax

With classes in full swing, Dog Guides has already celebrated one graduation ceremony this fall. This October, graduates from September’s Canine Vision and Seizure Response classes were honoured. The ceremony also celebrated last spring’s Autism Assistance graduates.

As usual, the ceremony was a chance to bring together the many people who make these graduations possible. Puppy raisers, sponsors, and friends and family of the graduates were in attendance to give the grads their best wishes as they start new chapters with their Dog Guides.

Fall Open House

Beverley meets the foster family who raised her Canine Vision Dog Guide, Lotus, during the Open House

Hundreds of people made their way through the training centre in Oakville on October 17th for Dog Guides’ autumn open house event.

It’s a (Foster) Family Affair

LFC celebrated the contributions of its wonderful foster families with a Hawaiian-themed barbecue at the facility in Breslau in September. Future Dog Guide Duckie looks like a shoo-in for the costume contest.

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Happenings Dog

Gu

ides

Classes are in Session

Olivia works with her Seizure Response Dog Guide Chimo under the watchful eye of trainer Gloria earlier this fall. The Seizure Response class graduated at the October ceremony.

A Happy Tale to Colour

LFC is pleased to bring you a new gift shop item that entertains and educates. A Happy Tale is a colouring book that tells the story of Happy, a puppy on his journey to becoming a Dog Guide. This beautiful book was written and illustrated by puppy raiser Lynn Yamazaki, and the first run of printing was made possible through a donation from the foster families. Get your copy here.

Corporate Volunteer Days

TD Bank and Deloitte employees wash Dog Guides in training with direction from LFC’s Dave

Dog Guides got a helping hand (actually, many helping hands) in October when Deloitte and TD Bank Group rolled up their sleeves and took part in a corporate volunteer day. Employees gave back by assisting kennel staff with tasks such as washing Dog Guides in training. Our thanks to Deloitte and TD Bank Group!

Nursery News

Zorba (Black Lab) and Ripken (Black Lab) welcomed seven puppies on August 17th

Woopy (Black Lab) and Indie (Golden Retriever) welcomed 12 puppies on August 29th

Fonda (Black Lab) and Vito (Yellow Lab) welcomed eight puppies on September 24th

Bolly (Black Lab) and Holden (Black Lab) welcomed six puppies on October 14th

Asia (Cream Standard Poodle) and Ruskin (Apricot Standard Poodle) welcomed 11 puppies on October 21st

Late August – October 2015

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Meet the TrainerTracy Hearing Ear Dog Guide program

Thank you for all your hard work, Tracy! Tracy works with Ortiz, a Hearing Ear Dog Guide in training

When Tracy was an undergraduate student studying psychology and delving into the great theorists of human behaviour, she didn’t realize the course content would be important preparation for a future career training dogs.

After completing her degree, the next step would be graduate school – or so she thought. Tracy had always been passionate about animals, and rode and trained horses, competing in equestrian events. While taking a break from school, she saw a T.V. interview with a guide dog trainer, and her future started to look much more clear.

“That was that,” she says. “I put in an application to work at Dog Guides, and didn’t even care what position it was for!” She found herself working in the kennels, learning the ropes. A trainer apprenticeship opened up shortly thereafter, and Tracy focused on the Hearing Ear and Service program (at the time known as Special Skills). Through studying psychology, Tracy was well versed in the notion of positive reinforcement: that positive consequences are an incredibly effective way to promote learning. When it came to training dogs, praise, treats and affection for a job well done led to quicker learning. “It’s a happier method, with happier results,” she says of merging her earlier learnings with on-the-job success experienced with the dogs she trains.

Training dogs to be Dog Guides is an important part of the job, of course, but so is supporting clients when they are matched with their Dog Guides. “Helping someone gain more independence, and also break down barriers and feel more confident is pretty amazing,” she says. “There’s magic when a team is working well together.”

Tracy loves the work she does, and enjoys promoting the foundation’s mission. “Many people aren’t aware of the Hearing Ear program, and don’t realize dogs can be trained to assist a handler who’s deaf or hard of hearing,” she says. “The look on their faces when they see what these dogs can do is really rewarding.”

When she’s not at work, you’ll likely find Tracy at the gym, playing guitar, or spending time with friends and family. She has two beloved pet dogs: Mac, a border collie-shepherd mix, and Amber, a Labrador-golden retriever cross.

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Lots of four-legged friends joined volunteers and participants at the Grand Valley walk

Puppy raiser Jean Graham organized a successful walk in Newcastle, Ont.

The walkers in Swan River, Man., enjoyed beautiful fall colours during their event.

An Autumn Stroll to Support

Dog GuidesIt was an amazing spring Walk season, bringing in a new grand total of funds raised by more than 200 supportive communities across the country. The amazingness has continued this fall! More than 20 communities chose the cooler weather to walk for Dog Guides, and the results have been nothing short of stellar.

From Rocky Mountain House, Alta. to Repentigny, Que., and Pouch Cove, N.L. to Ottawa, Ont., cities and towns large and small have rallied behind the cause of

Walk Media Highlights

More Walk coverage can be found in this newsletter’s Barking News section.

Newcastle Lions Club raise funds for Purina® Walk for Dog Guides

Newcastle, Ont.

“This one’s for Rita”Orillia, Ont.

Dog day at Birds Hill ParkWinnipeg, Ont.

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Lions Foundation Barking News

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A friend is a treasure

Sault This Week introduced its community to a new Dog Guide team, Miguel and his Autism Assistance Dog Guide North.

Brighton Leos help raise funds

The Brighton Leos Club recently had a special visit from volunteer puppy raisers and a Dog Guide graduate to learn more about how their contributions assist Canadians.

Walking for Dog Guides in Orillia

CTV News Barrie was on hand to capture the four-legged fun during the Orillia Purina® Walk for Dog Guides.

Walking for Dog Guides in Ottawa

Angele and her Hearing Ear Dog Guide Candy talked to CTV Ottawa ahead of the city’s Walk event.

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Out & About Dog

Gu

ides

Ship Shape

The spray of water didn’t bother Bailey and his Autism Assistance Dog Guide Vosco during a trip on the Maid of the Mist in Niagara Falls.

Heritage Moment

John and his Hearing Ear Dog Guide Peach check out the Samuel de Champlain memorial in Orillia, Ont.

When in Rome

Hearing Ear Dog Guide Misty poses by the Fontana del Moro while accompanying her handler Colleen on a trip.

Let’s Play Ball

Martha and her Seizure Response Dog Guide Quinnah took in a Blue Jays game earlier this fall.

First-time Voters

Connor cast a ballot with his Seizure Response Dog Guide Viola by his side.

Puppy Love

Faith cuddles future Dog Guide Quasar while her Service Dog Guide Brownie takes a quick break.

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Volunteer ProfileSandra,Office Administration

“Mom, can we get a dog?” Many parents are used to the hearing this refrain from animal-loving children, but in Sandra’s household, there was a different spin on the common request. “My daughter kept asking if we could foster a puppy,” says the Lions Foundation volunteer.

“Eventually, we did, and that was my first introduction to Dog Guides.”

Tilley, the puppy her family fostered, went on to graduate as a Hearing Ear Dog Guide. Dropping Tilley off for formal training got Sandra wondering about other ways she might be able to support the organization’s mission. “Office work is something I know I can do, and it needs to get done,” says the former computer program analyst who assists the client services department at Dog Guides. “I file, process applications, put together

clients’ graduation packages, and help out in the gift shop during special events. Whatever I can do to help, I will!”

Colleen Fujita, client service coordinator, echoes this: “Sandra is a dedicated, hard-working individual. No task is ever refused, and she is always willing to jump in and help wherever she is needed,” she says. “We don’t know what we would do without her.”

Sandra’s dedication has been noticed by the entire organization, and at this year’s annual general meeting on October 24th, she was recognized for the more than 414 hours she’s contributed this past year – the most of any volunteer, and Lions Foundation is lucky to have many individuals that contribute valuable time and resources.

Sandra with a portrait of a Canine Vision Dog Guide, in Lions Foundation’s office

Volunteers’ HoursThe following volunteers were recognized at the Annual General Meeting for their dedication in completing more than 100 hours of volunteer time this year. This does not include the countless hours foster families donate.

Volunteer Time (hrs)

Sandra ......................... 414Marisa ......................... 177Eric .............................. 301Natalie ........................ 128Albert .......................... 112John ............................ 121Nicole .......................... 278Tom ............................ 214Diane ........................... 214Nancy .......................... 100Alison .......................... 174Christine ..................... 170Randy ......................... 151Susan .......................... 137Bob.............................. 120Brenda ........................ 127Carrie .......................... 199Mary ........................... 120Vivienne ..................... 117Gail .............................. 112Victor .......................... 151Mike ............................ 109

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Campaign Update:“Opening Doors to Independence”

This is the campaign which began nearly three years ago. The goal was to raise $1 million in order to complete much-needed renovations at the Dog Guides training school, and launch the Diabetic Alert program. Today, with the philanthropic spirit of lead donors including Donald Meehan, Lions Club International Foundation through District A15, Ontario Trillium Foundation, and the Jonathon D. Fischer Foundation, Opening Doors to Independence is in the home stretch.

Thanks to the generosity of all the supporters of this campaign, Dog Guide clients have a comfortable home-away-from-home while they learn to work with their new canine companions. The building renovations brought the total number of client residence rooms up to 29, including a number of fully accessible rooms. Our sincerest thanks to everyone who made this possible.

For more information about Opening Doors to Independence, please visit www.dogguides.com/odti or contact Julie.

One Room to GoDonations are still needed to complete the last residence room. Your contribution, in any amount, helps ensure Lions Foundation can serve the increasing number of Canadians who require the assistance of a Dog Guide, and keep them comfortable while they’re at the training school.

Thank You!Special thanks to our major lead donors of this project:

• Donald E. Meehan• LCIF through District A15• The Ontario Trillium Foundation

Special thanks to the following for their generosity in providing a room:

• Diane Berwick• Mavis Berwick• Jonathon D. Fischer Foundation• Susan & John McCracken

Special thanks in providing the complete furnishings for a room:

• Diane Berwick• Mavis Berwick• Rockton Lions Club, ON • District 19 A, DG Jimmy Ho, B.C.

A future Dog Guide spends time in the newly appointed Donald E. Meehan Area, a space made possible by Mr.

Meehan’s generous donation to the campaign.

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The Wish List is a unique way to make a contribution to the Dog Guide program. If you wish to contribute an item or make a donation towards the purchase of an item, please contact Julie Jelinek at:

905-842-2891 Ext. 223 or 800-768-3030 Ext. 223

• Furnishings for new client rooms $ 10,000 (cost per room with name on a permanent plaque on door)

• 2 new electric hospital beds $ 6,000 for Service Dog rooms

• Retrofitting with LED lightbulbs $ 2,000

• Laptop $ 900

• Snow tires for vans (each van) $ 800

• Harnesses for autism assistance program $ 750

• Mattress replacements, per room $ 500

• Bedding for client rooms $ 500

• Industrial toaster $ 100

• Dog beds for kennel (each) $ 75

• Grooming blades (each blade) $ 50

- OTHER ITEMS INCLUDE -

• Dog bowls – large, stainless steel• Haltis – sizes 2 and 3• Cans of pumpkin puree• Gift cards to grocery stores for food for clients while

in residence• Gift cards to gas stations and office supply stores• Laundry soap and bleach• Canadian Tire money

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING LIONS FOUNDATION OF CANADA DOG GUIDES

“A person who has never had

a dog has missed a wonderful part of life.”

—Bob Barker

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CVC Graduates Location SponsorsBlythe & Nixie Caledon, ON New Hamburg Lions Club, ONCathy & Reena Charlottetown, PE North Rustico Lions Club, PEI; Louise Spicer, ONDonald & Griff Owen Sound, ON Valerie Jean Griffiths, ONGail & Merry Vernon, BC Deb Cserhalmi ON, Pet Valu ON; Jennifer & Potter Stratford, PE Pet Valu, ON, Kingston Lions Club, NSShannon & Neva Victoria, BC Tom Moreau and Diane Brockman, ON; Mayne Island Lions Club, BCSteve & Norway Brighton, ON Jim and Nancy Moore, ON

SRD Graduates Location SponsorsAndrew & Neptune Strathroy, ON Wayne and Isabel Fox, ONCourtney & Upton Toronto, ON Debbie & Nation Edmonton, AB Pet ValuDebbie & Kamila Guelph, ON Pet ValuK.P. & Ursula Beeton, ON Olivia & Chimo Wroxeter, ON Ann Graham, ONTessa & Merlot Victoria, BC Cedar Lions Club, BC

Canine Vision Dog Guide Graduates September 2015

November 2015

Seizure Response Dog Guide Graduates

September 2015

CongratulationsGraduates

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Gift ShopSee what else we have in store

www.dogguides.com/giftshop

Full Zip Fleece

Sizes

S - XXL$28ea

$35

$9ea

Purple Hoodie

Ornaments

Taxes Included

$6

Plush 8.5 inch Webkinz Golden Retriever

Holiday Cards

$5 10 pack

$4 10 pack

New

FRONT

INSIDE

$6 10 pack

$4 6.5 inch

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www.dogguides.com 1 (800) 768-3030 / (905) 842-2891

If you plan to leave a gift for Lions Foundation of Canada, the legal name for your will is “Lions Foundation of Canada” or “Dog Guides Canada”

The address is 152 Wilson Street, Oakville, Ontario L6K 0G6

For more information about leaving a legacy gift, please contact Julie at 905.842.2891 Ext. 223 or [email protected]

Leave Your Legacy With a growing population, and an increasing number of people with disabilities, the need for Dog Guides continues to rise. As a non-profit, non-government funded charity, Lions Foundation relies entirely on the generosity of it supporters. Without you, we wouldn’t be able to meet the need. YOU have the power to improve the lives of hundreds of Canadians with medical and physical disabilities.

Planned giving allows you to make a charitable donation to Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides, while meeting your current personal and financial commitments. Planned giving provides you more options to leave your legacy for future generations.

In the coming months, we will walk you through the various ways you can leave a legacy gift. This four-part series will outline the most common and cost-effective ways to leave your legacy, including information on gifts by bequest, gifts of securities, gifts of life insurance, and gifts of RRSPs/RRIFs.

Benefits to planned giving include:• Making a significant contribution, often

larger than thought possible

• Enjoying the satisfaction of helping a cause

• Reducing or avoiding capital gains taxes

• Saving on estate taxes

• Providing inheritance at a reduced tax cost

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Gifts of Life InsuranceA gift through life insurance is a cost-effective way for a donor to make a large contribution which otherwise may not have been possible. There are several ways in which you can donate a life insurance policy:

1. Name “Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides” as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy. Your estate will receive a tax receipt for the proceeds of the policy.

2. Transfer ownership of a paid-up policy with Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides named as the beneficiary and you can receive a current tax receipt for the fair market value of the policy or defer the tax receipt for your estate.

3. Transfer ownership of a partially paid-up policy with Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides named as the beneficiary and you will receive a tax receipt for the fair market value of the policy along with annual tax receipts for your ongoing premium payments.

4. Take out a new policy with Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides as the owner and beneficiary and receive annual tax receipts for your ongoing premium payments.

Planned giving through an insurance plan can give a donor the emotional satisfaction of helping a cause even after you’ve gone. Leave your legacy behind!

Talk to your life insurance policy provider to discuss which option is most beneficial and suitable. By planning today, you will have an immense impact on the lives of Canadians with medial and physical disabilities, by helping them foster independence, strengthen connections to the people and places around them, and providing safety through the security of a Dog Guide.

Other benefits of gifts of life insurance include:• A charitable tax receipt

• Eliminates issues which may arise when leaving a gift via your estate

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The Legacy Leader highlights contributions to Lions Foundation of Canada’s Dog Guide Legacy Program. It also features the many ways to give to this program through your will or by creating your own Dog Guide Legacy. We welcome your questions.

Please contact: Julie Jelinek, Director of Development Phone: (905) 842-2891 Ext. 223or email [email protected]

Phone: (905) 842-2891 1 (800) 768-3030

TTY: (905) 842-1585 Fax: (905) 582-1204

Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides152 Wilson Street

Oakville, Ontario L6K 0G6Charitable Tax # 13024 5129 RR0001

David Platt has always loved dogs, and it was while attending the Royal Winter Fair one year that he found a way to make a meaningful contribution: Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides was the featured charity that day. “I thought, ‘well, this is really important work [Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides] is doing,’ and I started making small, regular donations after that.” Over time, he was able to increase the dollar amount of the gifts he left Dog Guides, and a discussion with his financial planner led him in the direction of creating an endowment policy in support of its mission to breed, train, and match Dog Guides with Canadians who have physical and medical disabilities. David also named Dog Guides as a beneficiary of his life insurance policy.

Another connection to Dog Guides came about when he met Beverley Berger, who lived in his community. Beverley is a graduate of Dog Guides Canine Vision Canada program, and has relied on her wonderful Dog Guides to help her navigate her daily routes over the years. At the time, Beverley had Dog Guide Jasper, who was approaching retirement age. A successor Dog Guide would be needed. “Bev mentioned that Jasper would be retiring soon, so I set money aside with the thought that the donation might go towards providing that,” says David. A sponsorship resulted, and Beverley’s fourth consecutive Dog Guide, Lotus, was matched with her thanks to David’s generosity.

David isn’t earmarking his contributions for any specific areas of need, however. “I trust [Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides] to make the right decisions about how to spend the money,” he says. One thing’s for certain: his legacy will make a world of difference in the lives of many Canadians who will have the benefit of the Dog Guide.

Planned gift will ensure Canadians get the helping paw they need

David leads Canine Vision Canada graduate Beverley during a hike. A generous donation from David sponsored

Beverley’s current Dog Guide, Lotus.

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Updated Nov, 2015

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10041 Kids Lime Green T-shirt Youth Sizes XS - L $13.00 * 1019 Royal Blue Tshirt Sizes: S,XL,2XL only $14.00 1020 Heather Cardinal Red T-shirt Sizes L 2XL only $14.00 1032 Heather Indigo Blue T-shirt Sizes S - 3XL $14.00 1033 Kiwi T-shirt Sizes S - 3XL NEW! $14.00 2024 Tarragon (Green) Mockneck Sizes S,M,L,XL,2XL only $28.00 * 2038 White Golf Shirt Sizes S only $15.00 * 2045 Sport Red Golf Shirt Sizes M,L 3XL only $30.00 * 2047 Ladies Lake Blue Golf Shirt Sizes XS, S only $22.00 2050 Ladies Red Golf Shirt Sizes S, L,XL,2XL only $30.00 2055 Purple Golf Shirt with pocket Sizes M - 2XL $22.00 2060 Siesta Blue Golf Shirt Sizes S - 2XL $22.00 2061 Heather Golf Shirt Sizes S - 2XL NEW! $23.00 * 3004N Navy Hoodie Sizes XL, 2XL SALE! $25.00 3005 Purple Hoodie Sizes S - 3XL NEW! $35.00 3050 Full Zip Red Fleece Sizes S - 2XL $28.00 3060 Full Zip Navy Fleece Sizes S - 2XL $28.00 4001 Blue Denim Shirt Sizes S - 3XL $36.00 5003 Black/White Baseball Hat NEW! $10.00 5004 Black Toque $13.00 5007 Khaki/Navy Bucket Hat NEW! $15.00 5006 Grey Bandana Only SPECIAL! $5.00 6013 Season’s Greeting Cards (package of 10) NEW! $6.00 6010 Dog Guide Holiday Cards (package of 10) SALE! $5.00 6014 Peace on Earth Holiday Cards (package of 10) SALE! $4.00 6015 Blank All Occasion Cards (package of 10) $6.00 6019 Stainless Steel Travel Mug 14 oz. $10.00 6025 Red Luggage Tag $2.00 6032 Silver Pocket Whistle Keylight $2.00 6035 Purple Coolie $3.00 6050 Electric Blue Stretch Lanyard $4.00 * 6080 Tumbler with Straw, Clear with Red Logo 16oz $10.00 6081 Red Stainless Steel Water Bottle NEW! $10.00 6082 Red and White Umbrella NEW! $10.00 * 7004 Charcoal Grey Spring Jacket Sizes S, M only SALE! $20.00 * 7007 Ladies Sky Blue Spring Jacket Sizes XS,S,M,XL only $35.00 7020 Black Shell Jacket Sizes S - 3XL $48.00 7025 Ladies Black Shell Jacket S - 2XL $48.00 8005 Navy Baseball Cap NEW! $10.00 8019 Navy Blue Nylon Vest Sizes S,XL,2XL only $43.00

LIONS FOUNDATION OF CANADA

GIFT SHOP ORDER FORM 152 Wilson St Oakville, Ontario L6K 0G6 (905) 842-2891 / 1-800-768-3030 TTY (905) 842-1585 Fax (905) 842-3373 Charitable Tax #: 13024 5129 RROO1

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8020 Black Nylon Vest Sizes S - 2XL $43.00 8070 CVC Pin $4.50 8072 HED Pin $4.50 * 8074 SSD Pin $4.50 8076 25th Anniversary Pin $4.50 8078 AAD Pin $4.50 8079 SRD Pin $4.50 8080 DAD Pin $4.50 9012 Always by our side Children’s Book $13.50 9013 Roscoe’s Journey Children’s Book $19.00 9014 Colouring Book NEW! $5.00 9015

9017 Platinum Sparkling Ornament – Wreath Platinum Sparkling Ornament – Tree

$8.00 $8.00

9018 9020 9021

Platinum Sparkling Ornament - Stocking Platinum Sparkling Ornament - Penguin Platinum Sparkling Ornament - Reindeer

$9.00 $9.00 $9.00

9047 Dog Guide on Site 5”x5” decal $1.50 9048 Dog Guide on Board 5”x5” decal $1.50 9045 Plush 8.5” Golden Retriever $6.00 9050

9051 Plush 6.5” Black Poodle Plush 6.5” White Poodle

$4.00 $4.00

9052 License Plate Cover – DOG GUIDE ON BOARD $7.50 9053 Cobalt Blue Ceramic Mug – 12oz $7.00 SUB TOTAL Shipping – Purchase total between $0-$30 = $7.50 SHIPPING ADD $7.50 Shipping - Purchase total between $30-$50 = $10.00 SHIPPING ADD $10.00 Shipping – Purchase total between $50 + = $15.00 SHIPPING ADD $15.00 Please ensure your total includes shipping charges TOTAL

Please make cheques payable to: Lions Foundation of Canada, 152 Wilson St. Oakville, ON L6K 0G6

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