Ottawa, ON – April 30, 2026 – The Rogers Centre Ottawa is excited to announce Ottawa Therapy Dogs as its newest preferred supplier, further enhancing the centre’s commitment to delivering meaningful, inclusive, and people-first event experiences.
Through this partnership, Rogers Centre Ottawa clients can request professionally trained therapy dog teams from Ottawa Therapy Dogs, to provide comfort to individuals facing physical and mental health challenges while attending events that may be covering complex and sensitive subjects. The program provides planners with an innovative way to support attendees’ well-being, reduce stress, and create memorable moments within the event environment.
“We’re proud to include Ottawa Therapy Dogs to our list of preferred suppliers.” says Josh Verch, Rogers Centres Ottawa’s Director, Marketing and Partnerships. “Through this partnership we’re giving planners an option that supports attendee well-being and inclusivity. It’s one more way we can create environments where everyone is better able to participate and connect.”
Ottawa Therapy Dogs is a locally based, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to spreading comfort and joy through certified therapy dog visits across the National Capital Region. Their experienced teams support hospitals, schools, and community programs, making them a natural fit within Rogers Centre Ottawa and providing a service to those events that may need it.
“Ottawa Therapy Dogs is pleased to be partnering with Rogers Centre Ottawa to reach more individuals who could benefit from the healing comfort of a therapy dog,” says Lorraine Douglas, Operations Manager for the organization. “We understand that certain topics may be emotionally demanding and that having access to non-judgmental support is integral for attendees to nurture their personal well-being.”
Ottawa Therapy Dogs and the Rogers Centre Ottawa will work closely together to ensure seamless coordination and safe, effective integration into client events. This partnership reinforces the centre’s ongoing commitment to community connection, innovation, and exceptional guest experiences.
About the Rogers Centre Ottawa
The Rogers Centre Ottawa — Canada’s Meeting Place — is an internationally renowned convention centre located on the Rideau Canal in downtown Ottawa, Canada’s capital. With bold, modern design, a naturally lit interior, and magnificent views, the Rogers Centre offers an unparalleled and environmentally responsible setting for conventions, conferences, meetings and exhibits of any size. Since opening in 2011, the Centre has hosted thousands of events, generating millions of dollars of economic impact for the city of Ottawa and the province of Ontario.
The Ottawa Convention Centre Corporation is an agency of the Government of Ontario. For more information, visit rogers-centreottawa.ca.
About Ottawa Therapy Dogs
Ottawa Therapy Dogs strives to create a healthier community, one therapy dog visit at a time. Through our canine-assisted interventions, our volunteer handlers work with their own dogs to provide comfort and relief to individuals struggling with personal challenges. Our professionally evaluated volunteer teams currently visit over 55 healthcare, educational, and social services sites across the National Capital Region, serving individuals from all demographics in a safe environment. For more information, visit ottawatherapydogs,ca.
