Graduation Ceremonies

Canine Companions for Independence's graduation ceremonies represent the culmination of hard work, love and dedication of a great many people.

Graduations are held four times annually in the Southeast Region and are open to the public, except on occasion when the ceremony is held at a special venue. Join the new Canine Companions for Independence graduates and their new assistance dogs as they team up and embark on their new lives with enhanced independence.

2017 Graduation Dates:
Friday, August 4 at 11:30 a.m. at First Baptist Orlando, 3000 S. John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL.

Please register here.

Friday, November 3 - Place to be determined

2018 Graduation Dates: February 16, May 12, August 10, November 9

2018 Hearing Dog Graduation Dates: March 9, May 25, August 31, October 26

Watch the Southeast Graduation Ceremonies Live!