Every step you take at the Burlington Walk for Dog Guides helps provide life-changing Dog Guides to Canadians with disabilities — at no cost to them. Hosted by the Burlington Lions Club in cooperation with the Aldershot Lions Club, this annual walk raises funds and awareness in support of the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides.

Whether you come with friends, family, coworkers, or your four-legged walking buddy, this is a feel-good community event with real impact — a simple way to “Be The Lion” and show up for someone’s independence, safety, and confidence.

Event details

Date: To Be Confirmed

Time: To Be Confirmed

Location: Burlington (route details shared closer to event day)

Admission: Free — donations encouraged

How to participate

1) Register (as an individual or a team)Sign up solo or bring a group — families, schools, workplaces, and friend squads welcome.

2) Fundraise - Share your fundraising link with friends and family and invite them to support your walk.

3) Show up and walk - Come ready to move, connect, and celebrate. Bring your dog if you’d like (and if the route/event guidelines allow).

4) Celebrate and thank volunteers - Stay for the finish-line energy and help us recognize the volunteers and sponsors who make it happen.

Bring a team

Make it a workplace, school, or neighbourhood challenge and fundraise together.

Why it matters

Dog Guides can change what daily life looks like, helping people navigate the world with more independence and confidence. Your participation helps fund training, care, and the supports required to match Dog Guides with the people who need them.

Want to help on event day?

Volunteering is a great way to give back — even if you can’t fundraise.

Volunteer roles may include:

• Registration / check-in

• Route marshals / wayfinding

• Set-up and tear-down

• Water station support

• Welcome team / information table

• Photos and social content support

Our National Partner: Pet Value

We are proud to have Pet Valu as our national partner for the Burlington Walk for Dog Guides. With over 700 locations across Canada, Pet Valu has been a trusted source for pet food and supplies for more than 40 years. Their commitment to supporting local animal rescues, shelters, and charities aligns with our mission to provide life-changing Dog Guides to Canadians with disabilities.

Sponsor the walk

Support a high-visibility community event and help us maximize funds raised.

FAQs

• Can I bring my dog? [Yes/No + any rules]

• Is the route accessible? [Add details]

• Where do I park? [Add details]

• Do I need to fundraise to attend? (No — donations welcome.)