Join Us in Making a Lasting Impact
Your donation to the Kadence Legacy Fund goes directly toward supporting our One Dog, One Life program.
Kadence Legacy Fund is rooted in a deeply personal story of courage, cancer, and love in the face of unimaginable loss. When support systems fell short, we experienced firsthand how much families are left to carry on their own.
We honor Kadence’s life by turning that experience into action, creating hope for others who are navigating trauma, grief, and mental health challenges.
Visit "Our Inspiring Story" page to learn more about Kadence and the legacy she continues to inspire.
To Learn More on Partnership Package on "The Kadence & Sadie Children's Book"
HEALING HEARTS & MINDS
ONE DOG, ONE LIFE
Make a Donation
Toys
$25
Bedding
$50
Leashes
$75
High-quality dog food
$100
Harnesses
$150
Vaccinations
$200
Alberta Certified Trainer
$250
Veterinary Care
$300
Legacy Donor
$500
Other
KLF FUNDRAISING EVENTS
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Legacy Partnerships & Sponsorship
Meet Our Team
We are deeply grateful to the incredible individuals and organizations whose generosity powers our mission.
Their contributions make it possible for us to provide service dogs, healing programs, and hope, one dog, one life at a time.
Legacy Donor $10,000
Holdfast K9
John Dugas of Holdfast K9 on Mind Beyond the Mission to share the real story behind service dogs, including the differences in training standards and what it truly takes to build a successful partnership.
🎧 Listen to the full conversation and learn what goes into a life-changing service dog journey:
We are proud to recognize Holdfast K9 as a Legacy Donor for their incredible support of our service dog program. Their generous contribution of $10,000 in specialized training and housing has laid the foundation for life-changing impact through our first service dog.
Government-Aligned Public Access Training
Holdfast K9 is a Alberta-certified trainers to develop service dogs trained to meet government standards for public access within community settings.
What Holdfast K9 Provides
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Government-Approved – Working alongside Alberta-certified trainers to develop service dogs trained and certified to the highest standards.
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Specialized Service Dog Training – advanced obedience, task-specific, and public-access training tailored to each dog’s future role.
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Professional Housing & Daily Care – safe, structured environments during intensive training periods.
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Socialization & Real-World Exposure – ensuring every dog is confident and adaptable in public settings.
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Ongoing Guidance & Evaluation – continuous support and expert feedback throughout the dog’s development.
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Program Collaboration – helping us build sustainable training standards and mentorship for future teams.
This partnership reflects shared values of compassion, excellence, and service. Together, we are creating a legacy of healing, hope, and opportunity through service dogs.
Legacy Grant Support - Funding Pipeline
Courageous Companions
Courageous Companions (Charitable Registration No. 741271290RR0001), a CRA-registered Canadian charity, as our qualified donee and grant sponsorship partner.
Kadence Legacy Fund Association is a federally incorporated non-profit organization and is not a CRA-registered charity. Through this partnership, Courageous Companions assists with charitable grant administration and charitable receipting where required, allowing Kadence Legacy Fund to access funding opportunities that support our mission of helping veterans and first responders living with PTSD.
This partnership ensures compliance with Canada Revenue Agency requirements while maintaining transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship of funds.
Donors who require a CRA charitable tax receipt may donate directly through Courageous Companions:
courageouscompanions.ca/donations
Courageous Companions is a recognized service dog program in the Edmonton and surrounding area, known for high-quality training and certified service dogs. Together, through this partnership, we support a shared commitment to ethical practices and long-term impact—providing service dogs to veterans living with PTSD. Each placement represents up to 10 years of meaningful mental health support.
Our Commitment to Collaboration
We believe in the power of collaboration and actively work alongside Canadian veteran-focused and animal welfare organizations to strengthen impact within our communities.
Through partnerships and shared initiatives, we aim to support a network of like-minded nonprofits, trainers, and advocates who are committed to improving the lives of veterans and the dogs who serve them.
By working together, we can expand access, share resources, and create lasting, meaningful change
