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Caring for Pets in Crisis: The Vital Role of RVTs in Shelter Medicine.
For some Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVTs), their day starts in clinical settings with wellness exams, surgery prep, and dietary recommendations. But for those in municipal shelters, the reality is far different.
Shea Lee, an RVT who has spent the last decade working at the City of Edmonton’s Animal Care and Control Centre explained how […]
The 2024 Wage and Benefits Report is Now Available.
The results from the 2024 Wage and Benefits Survey are now available.
This year’s findings offer valuable insight into the experiences, challenges, and priorities of RVTs across Alberta. As the veterinary profession continues to evolve, this data helps us better understand the realities RVTs face in the […]
ABVTA Statement Regarding Comments Made by Mayor Katchur of Fort Saskatchewan
Edmonton, Alberta (September 21, 2024) – The ABVTA would like to take the opportunity to address the comments and recent apology, made by the Mayor of Fort Saskatchewan regarding cruel and concerning practices for managing feral cats. Such remarks undermine the importance of compassionate approaches to animal welfare and alienate those who advocate for humane treatment […]
Join the ABVTA Board of Directors and Make a Difference!
Online nomination submissions for the ABVTA Board of Directors are now open! If you are passionate about advancing your career and want to play a key role in shaping the future of the association, complete the online nomination submission no later than September 20, 2024.
Our Board of Directors are a dynamic group of volunteers who are […]
2023 Wage and Benefit Survey
The 2023 Wage and Benefits Survey is now available for review!
The survey provides an average and median percentage of RVT wages which are broken down by specialization, location, and experience, as well as reviews additional compensations in the industry.
Click here to download your own copy of the survey and please consider using this information […]
ABVTA 45th Anniversary Conference Site is Live!
Join us in celebrating 45 years as we Honour our Past and Shape our Future!