A Temporary Clinic was held as follows:
Location: Remote Spay/neuter/vaccination clinic in Easterville, MB
Dates: February 16-19, 2023
Veterinarian Responsible: Dr. Gina Bowen
Clinic Sponsoring: Winnipeg Humane Society
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Ultrasonography and Embryo Transfer Workshops are being conducted in tandem May 5-10, 2023, at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan with the intention of providing essential knowledge and hands-on experience for veterinary practitioners, research scientists and graduate students. The Ultrasound Workshop is a three-day course covering principles of ultrasonography equipment and imaging, imaging of the reproductive tract in large animals and OPU/IVF. The Embryo Transfer Workshop is a three- and half–day course covering all aspects of embryo transfer technology in cattle. For more information and to register, please visit: https://wcvm.usask.ca/education/ultrasound.php
MVMA are reminded to claim their free ticket to the 2023 Membership Engagement and Awards Evening coming up on February 11!
Each and every year, MVMA volunteers go the distance to help deliver top level service and results for the membership in myriad different ways. To salute and acknowledge such dedicated service, MVDA volunteers are invited as guests of the Association to the event coming up at The Gates on Roblin in February. Each volunteer will receive one complementary ticket to the event that also includes admission to, and credit for the Continuing Education program scheduled for earlier that day, along with the Town Hall.
Those planning to attend are asked to confirm their spot at the event with the Association by contacting Sabina at the MVMA office by phone at 204. 832. 1276 – ext. 3 or via email at sabina@mvma.ca.
Additional tickets are available at the MVMA website by clicking here.
Onward and Upward: Challenging the status quo through courage and creativity – will be the featured Continuing Education program will be part of the 2023 Membership Engagement and Awards Evening slated for Saturday, February 11 in Headingley, MB.
The session will count for one hour of CE credit and will be held immediately ahead of the awards dinner to be held at the Gates on Rolblin. Presented by Amy Oliver + Co, the session will begin at 4:30 followed by the awards dinner cocktail hour at 5:30.
The session will “allow attendees opportunity to learn and develop strategies to own their engagement, craft their career, and find the courage to live through their work.” Amy says in the abstract that outlines the programming ahead. ““Learn to sit inside your discomfort and use it to differentiate yourself by embracing values and creating broader practice change.” Click here for the full abstract on the session.
As many members may be aware, Amy Oliver is an experienced healthcare executive and the founder and CEO of Amy Oliver + Co where she offers trusted advisory services and professional leadership and business coaching to practice owners, leaders, academics, and organizations in health and social sectors.
A reminder that the Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association is welcoming all members to the 2023 MVMA Membership Engagement and Awards Night! In addition to the awards dinner, the event will feature a Continuing Education component along with a Town Hall, all held at the Gates on Roblin in Headingley, MB.
The 5 Ws of the Event:
- Who: Members and guests of the Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association.
- Where: The Gates on Roblin – 6945 Roblin Blvd, Headingley, MB
- What:
- Awards Evening: 5:30 – 8:30 pm
- Continuing Education: 4:30 – 5:30 pm
- Town Hall: 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm.
- When: Saturday, February 11, 2023.
- Why: To mark individual and collective achievement and advancement of the veterinary profession in Manitoba.
A limited number of tickets are available and will be distributed on a first–come, first–served basis. Veterinarians: $50 Veterinary Technologists: $25 Guests: $25
Click here to secure your tickets now!
As the countdown continues to the 2023Membership Engagement and Awards Evening, MVMA volunteers are reminded they will hold a special place in the Saturday, February 11 event.
As announced last week, MVMA volunteers are invited as guests of the Association to the event coming up at The Gates on Roblin on the second Saturday of the month. Each volunteer will receive one complementary ticket to the event that also includes admission to, and credit for the Continuing Education program scheduled for earlier that day, along with the Town Hall.
Those planning to attend are asked to confirm their spot at the event with the Association by contacting Sabina at the MVMA office by phone: 204. 832. 1276 – ext. 3 or via email at sabina@mvma.ca.
Additional tickets are available at the MVMA website by clicking here.
Association volunteers will be among the honorees for the evening that also will include Veterinarian of the Year and Veterinary Technician of the Year, along with several Lifetime Membership Awards.
“It’s our hope to see as many of our volunteers as possible,” Corey adds, “as we’d like to properly acknowledge and thank them for all they’ve done for the Association and our membership.”
The EASAV (Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians) Peer Support Group has been providing support to its members for over 2 years now and in 2021 expanded to serve our colleagues nationwide! We now have vets & RVTs from Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario working as peer support leaders.
• We offer a safe, empathetic, supportive and confidential space to talk and process what you might be going through.
• The group meets virtually every month.
• The trained peer supporters (who are RVTs and DVMs) are also available for one-on-one confidential phone or zoom calls
• Our leadership team is made up of veterinarians & RVTs from across Canada.
Learn more about the EASAV Peer Support Group!
Questions? Contact us confidentially, at easavpeers@gmail.com
A recent postal–related incident is renewing calls for safety and diligence at all Manitoba veterinary practice offices. A delivery to the Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association office in Winnipeg initially caused some concern amongst staff. Though the contents were benign, MVMA Council reminds all that it’s important to keep safety in mind at all time, including when receiving or handling items at the office. All staff are reminded to be watchful of all materials they encounter at the workplace and to refer to Workplace Safety and Health protocols should any doubt or concern arise. Click here for a link to the WSH site for more information or call 1–888–915–8088.
The clock is running! Tickets now available for MVMA Member Engagement and Awards Evening, set for Saturday, February 11 at The Gates on Roblin in Headingly, Manitoba.
Each year, Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA) members recognize those who have made significant contributions to the advancement of veterinary medicine in this province. To mark such achievements, the MVMA will host the Membership Engagement and Awards Evening and Dinner that is open for all to attend.
The event will highlight the many outstanding achievements in veterinary medicine over the past 12 months, including the Veterinarian of the Year award. A number of honourary and lifetime memberships will also be presented along with certificates of merit for exemplary service to the profession in Manitoba.
“This will be a time to mark the many contributions that veterinary medicine delivers to the broader community each and every day,” MVMA Executive Director Corey Wilson says. “We invite and encourage everyone to join us to properly acknowledge and salute the tremendous impact our members have on so many aspects of day–to–day life in Manitoba.”
The awards evening and dinner will be preceded by a Continuing Education session from Amy Oliver & Co. on professional leadership and business coaching. All attendees will earn one hour of CE credit.
The day will also feature a Town Hall session where members can gather to discuss the state of the profession in Manitoba. Click here to see the lineup of activities for the day.
The awards evening will include a full course dinner at the ambient Gates On Roblin, one of the finest and most prestigious locations in the province that includes complementary refreshments.
A limited number of tickets are now available, on a first–come, first–served basis, at $50 for vets, $25 for RVT’s and other guests. Click here to get yours today! The event is proudly presented by Boehringer Ingelheim.
“This will be a great day for the veterinary community in Manitoba,” Corey Wilson adds, “and we would love to see as many folks turn out for what will be an exciting and rewarding day for all.”
Click here for the event landing page and tickets to the February 11 event.
A Specialty Clinic Notice was held as follows:
Location: Vaccinations and basic wellness event held at Weston Memorial Community Centre and Urban Vaccination and Wellness Clinic
Dates: February 11, 2023
Veterinarian Responsible: Dr. Gina Bowen
Clinic Sponsoring: Winnipeg Humane Society