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I'm a retired Canadian Armed Forces Imagery Technician and Afghanistan Veteran, as well as the Co-Founder and Director of Alberta for Kadence Legacy Fund. Inspired by my daughter Kadence and her service dog, Sadie, I'm dedicated to improving the lives of Veterans, First Responders, and their families through professionally trained PTSD service dogs. As a volunteer, I'm passionate about building community partnerships, supporting mental health, and creating lasting change through service dogs.

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Would you like to make a significant donation during Veterans’ Week?

Please contact us. We would be happy to discuss how your contribution can make a meaningful difference in the lives of Veterans and their families.

kadencelegacymemorialfund@gmail.com

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We’re honoured to share that Kadence Legacy Fund has been nominated for the Mosiac Award of Distinction through the St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce!
This award recognizes organizations working to make St. Albert more inclusive and welcoming creating opportunities for underrepresented people and helping them feel they belong. For us, that includes Veterans and First Responders living with PTSD, and the life-changing support a service dog can provide.
Being recognized in both Morinville and St Albert communities for award nominees means so much to our team. Thank you to everyone who has put our name forward and supported KLF as we grow.
One Dog. One Life.

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Join us this weekend, September 26 & 27, at Cardiff Park for beautiful fall photos surrounded by autumn colours!
Bring the kids, your dogs, your partner or the whole family!
📅 September 26 & 27
📍 Cardiff Park, Alberta
💵 Sessions range from $75–$150
📧 To book, email Avery at: klf creativecommunications@gmail.com
Spaces are limited, so reserve your session today!

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Kadence Legacy Fund has been nominated for the Morinville & District Chamber of Commerce Community Spirit Award.
We are a newer nonprofit, so being recognized alongside organizations and businesses that have served this community for many years means so much to us. This nomination belongs to our entire team, volunteers, donors, sponsors and community partners who help us continue Kadence’s legacy.
Good luck to all the nominees, and congratulations to the recipient, who will be announced at the Morinville & District Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Gala on October 24!
One Dog. One Life. 🐾
www.kadencelegacyfund.ca

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Today, on Military Family Appreciation Day, we recognize the families who serve alongside members of the Canadian Armed Forces.
Behind every serving member and veteran are spouses, partners, children, parents and caregivers who experience the realities of military life: long separations, frequent moves, missed milestones, uncertainty, caregiving and the lasting effects of service.
As veteran co-founders of Kadence Legacy Fund and a family shaped by military service, this recognition is deeply personal to us. Derek is a fourth-generation military member. Both of his parents served, and he spent part of his childhood growing up in Lahr, Germany.
Our lived experience also influences the work we do through KLF. We understand that the effects of service do not end with the individual. They are often carried by the entire family.
Today, we recognize the strength, sacrifice and resilience of Canada’s military families.
Your service matters, too. 🇨🇦
#MilitaryFamilyAppreciationDay #MilitaryFamilies #Veterans #KadenceLegacyFund

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📅 Throughout October 2026
📍 Morinville, St. Albert, Edmonton and surrounding communities
Donate your empty bottles and help Kadence Legacy Fund support the training of service dogs for Veterans and First Responders living with PTSD.
Our KLF team will be collecting bottles throughout October in:
• Morinville
• St. Albert
• Edmonton
• Sturgeon County
• Gibbons
• Bon Accord
• Cardiff and surrounding communities
Your bottle donations will help purchase leashes, collars, haltis, training bags, clickers, treats and other essential service-dog training supplies.
📧 To request a bottle pickup, email:
kadencelegacymemorialfund@gmail.com
Please include your name, address, community and the approximate number of bottles or bags you have ready for pickup.
September is National Service Dog Month and Suicide Awareness Month. By donating your bottles, you are helping support service dogs that provide hope, safety and companionship to Veterans and First Responders living with PTSD.
Please donate, invite others to participate and share this event throughout your community!
One Dog. One Life. One beautiful new beginning.

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One Dog. One Life. A Personal Story of Hope and New Beginnings
In May, one of our One Dog. One Life. program recipients submitted her application along with a heartfelt mini-documentary sharing some of the challenges she was facing as a Veteran family spouse navigating breast cancer.
After hearing her story, our team immediately knew that supporting her application was the right thing to do.
At Kadence Legacy Fund, we recognize that the mental health journey of a Veteran spouse matters too. The trauma of a serious illness such as cancer does not affect only one person. It can touch an entire family, bringing emotional strain, uncertainty and fear into a household that may already understand the lasting effects of service-related trauma.
Throughout her journey, KLF has been honoured to support her as she prepares to welcome service dog K9 Ellie into her home. We have helped provide essential equipment, including a specialized leash set, treats, KLF clothing and other items to support their new life together.
After an incredibly difficult year, she is travelling again, creating memories and embracing life. She recently shared some beautiful photos with us. Seeing her looking happy, healthy and hopeful reminds us exactly why we do what we do.
Her hair is growing back, her beautiful smile says so much, and a new chapter with her service dog is beginning.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of our handlers, but we are delighted to share this joyful photo of K9 Ellie settling into her new home with her handler, “K.”
One Dog. One Life. One beautiful new beginning. 💜
Donate Today: https://www.kadencelegacyfund.ca/

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We would like to thank all our incredible sponsors and the Edmonton Garrison Memorial Golf & Curling Club
The contributions we received this year were incredible. Our sponsors did so much more than support our mission.
You helped create an enjoyable and memorable experience for everyone on the golf course.From sliders and hot dogs to specialty drinks and two hole-in-one challenges for a keg and $10,000, you each brought something special to the day.Next year, we will introduce an interactive sponsor game as a fun way to highlight the businesses whose generosity makes this event possible.
Thank you for adding to the experience. We could not have done it without you, and we look forward to seeing you again next year!For any businesses that missed out this year, no worries. Watch for our 2027 sponsorship opportunities and Putts For Paws golf tournament date for nexgt year.

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On International Dog Day, we celebrate the dogs that bring people together and transform lives. 🐾
Through professional training, peer support and shared experiences, Kadence Legacy Fund’s One Dog. One Life. program is building more than service-dog teams. We are creating a supportive community where Veterans, First Responders and their families do not have to walk this journey alone.
Donate today and help us provide professionally trained PTSD service dogs to those who have served our communities and country.
www.kadencelegacyfund.ca

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Today, members of the Kadence Legacy Fund team were honoured to attend the 1 Combat Engineer Regiment RSM Change of Command Parade and Awards Ceremony, where MWO (Ret’d) John Dugas, CD was presented with a Canadian Military Engineers Association Commendation in recognition of his outstanding contributions.
John’s commitment to Canada’s Veteran and service dog communities has been extraordinary.
Through years of advocacy, fundraising, training, and service, John has helped raise more than $2 million to improve Veterans’ access to service dogs and has trained more than 65 service dogs, supporting Veterans, First Responders, and others living with PTSD.
Despite everything he has accomplished, John remains incredibly humble and focused on the people and dogs behind the work.
For Kadence Legacy Fund, this recognition is especially meaningful. Through our partnership with Holdfast K9, John serves as KLF’s Alberta Certified Service Dog Trainer and is instrumental in the training standards and delivery of our One Dog. One Life. Service Dog Program.
Congratulations, John. This commendation is exceptionally well deserved. We are incredibly proud to have you as part of the KLF team.
Chimo! Lead the Way. 🐾🇨🇦
📸 Photos: Retired Imagery Technician, MCpl (Ret’d) Tina Gillies | © Kadence Legacy Fund

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