Our AGM was held online for the
   first time on Wed 10th June.
   Here is the speech given by our
   President Vicky Graham.

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Click here to view the Good Sorts article on how Eileen Curry started Canine Friends 30 years ago.

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Charlie, Archer and Cas providing much comfort on STILL - World Suicide Prevention Day, September 10 , 2019, Christchurch. 

Prince Caspian (Cass), the Canine Friends Pet Therapy Dog, nominated at the WDHB Te Tohu Rangatira Health and Disability Awards, Friday, 6th September, 2019 under the Whakapapa and Whanaungatanga category. Although he didn’t win his category, it was fabulous to showcase what this amazing boy does…he’s already a winner in the eyes of his work family. Chy, Clinical Co-ordinator, CMH & A Services.

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There’s no quicker way to bring a smile to Kiwis’ faces than to share a pat with a cute cuddly canine. However, for many New Zealanders the benefits of interacting with a dog can be transformative. Canine Friends Pet Therapy volunteer, Marjory, would know — she’s seen the magic happen first hand.

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