Service Dogs for Albertans with Disabilities
Albertans with disabilities who use qualified service dogs now have access to all public places in the province. These are the same rights as blind and/or visually impaired persons who use a guide dog.
The Service Dogs Act became law on January 1, 2009. It complements the Blind Person’s Rights Act (BPRA) in that it legally recognizes other service dogs. The Service Dogs Act also extends to persons with disabilities using service dogs the same protections as those people protected under the BPRA.
Service dogs assist people with a variety of disabilities and can help with day-to-day tasks such as carrying or retrieving items, ringing doorbells, providing balance and stability, or responding to seizures or diabetic episodes.
More Information:
- Frequently asked questions
- Application Form for a Service Dog Team Identification Card for a:
- Service Dogs Act
- Service Dogs Qualifications Regulation
Contact:
- Email: servicedogs@gov.ab.ca
- Phone: 780-415-2740 or 310-0000 to call toll-free. Ask to speak to the administrator of the Service Dogs Act.
