Paws and Planks

Roll out your mat for Pilates or visit the free rescue booths to meet adorable adoptable dogs, with 100% of ticket proceeds supporting animal rescue. 

June 6 - 7, 2026
[CF Shops at Don Mills] Paws and Planks

Join us at Town Square, CF Shops at Don Mills on June 6th for the ultimate summer fusion of fitness, fundraising, and furry friends! We are proud to host Paws and Planks: Rescue Dog Pilates, a unique collaborative event in partnership with Studio Lagree, Splash & Dash, and Guardians Best Animal Rescue Foundation. Come get a world-class workout right in the beautiful outdoors of Aggie Hogg Gardens surrounded by adorable, adoptable rescue dogs looking for their forever homes. Best of all? 100% of all Pilates ticket proceeds go directly to the Guardians Best Foundation to support life-saving animal rescue, fostering, and medical care operations. 🎟️ How It Works (Two Ways to Join):

  1. The Pilates Class (Ticket Required): Want to sweat for a cause? Secure your spot for the elite Studio Lagree mat Pilates session. Tickets are strictly capped at just 30 participants, so grab yours before they vanish!

  2. The Rescue & Adoption Booths (FREE for Everyone): Not doing the workout? No problem! The Town Square is completely open to the general public. Anyone can walk in for free to meet the rescue dogs, talk to foster coordinators, and browse the booths!

📅 Event Schedule:

  • 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Rescue Booths Open (FREE Public Access): Check out the rescue booths in the Town Square, meet the volunteer teams, and see the pets up for adoption.

  • 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Studio Lagree Pilates Class (30 Spots Only): Roll out your mat for an energized outdoor session led by the top instructors from Studio Lagree.

  • Meet the Pups (With a Glow-Up!): All adoptable dogs on-site will be freshly groomed and looking their absolute finest thanks to our amazing partners at Splash & Dash.

⚠️ Important Info for Attendees:

  • What to Bring (Pilates Participants Only): Please bring your own Yoga or Pilates mat, a reusable water bottle, and your best energy! (Mats will not be provided on-site).

  • Parking: 100% FREE on-site parking is fully available across the property’s parking decks and surface lots.

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