Group is completely operated by volunteers. Do an excellent job of bringing down dogs from extreme northern Ontario locations, getting them medical care, fostering them & arranging for adoption. Even though their expenses are high, their adoption fee is very reasonable. Can be a frustrating process if you want a puppy, as so many people apply. It's basically who gets an acceptable application in first. I heard they get 50 to 100 applications per puppy & in the space of a day. A for-profit organization would have trouble keeping up with that, & often they have a litter of 4 to 6 puppies all b available for adoption at once. If you are patient, you do get to adopt a dog that has already been checked out by a Vet, begun training with a foster parent, & you get a lot of good information about the personality of the rescue dog/puppy you are adopting. Plus, they are they to support you with experienced advice to make the a smooth transition into your home. Great rescue group.