July 1, 2021
The ABVTA Board of Directors is now accepting nominations for the 2021 ABVTA Awards. For a list of previous recipients, please click here.
Nominate a colleague for an award. The Alberta Veterinary Technologist Association (ABVTA) awards are presented annually at the Member Recognition Banquet in conjunction with the ABVMA Leadership Weekend in February.
The call for nominations will be distributed in July of every year. The deadline for receipt of nominations will be 60 days after the distribution date. Nominations are not normally carried over to subsequent years, however, the Board of Directors may ask to set specific nominations aside to be reconsidered the following year with consent of the nominator.
The ABVTA Board of Directors will attempt to present these awards every year. The association will make every effort to seek a candidate for the awards each year. Notification of award recipients will be made with an invitation to attend the annual Member Recognition Banquet for presentation.
The ABVTA Board of Directors reviewed and updated the Awards and Recognition Policy in 2021. We are pleased to announce the addition of a new award, the Technologist of the Year Award. More information can be found below.
Conditions for all awards (unless otherwise indicated)
- ABVTA Board of Directors to make selection of all award winners
- the nominee must be an ABVTA member in good standing unless otherwise specified
- the submission must outline the nominee’s qualifications/contributions in support of the award
- nomination must be submitted by an ABVTA or ABVMA member
Specific selection criteria is listed under each award
2021 ABVTA Appreciation Award
This award is presented to an ABVTA member who has made significant contributions to the ABVTA through projects and activities while volunteering as a board member, affiliated position or as a committee member. More than one recipient annually may be approved.
Criteria:
- Actively served/serving on an ABVTA committee, as an affiliated position or on the Board of Directors for at least two years
- Promotes and contributes to the veterinary technology profession through conduct at work or in public situations
- Promotes and enhances the image of the ABVTA
2021 ABVTA Meritorious Service Award
This award is presented to a member of the ABVTA or the ABVMA who has demonstrated outstanding service to the ABVTA by promoting the role of the veterinary technologist within the profession, to the public and/or the veterinary industry. More than one recipient annually may be approved.
Criteria:
- Displays excellence in all aspects of their field
- Conducts themselves in a professional manner
- Displays dedication to the humane treatment of animals
- Has contributed by participating with the ABVTA Board, committee(s) or activity of the ABVTA
2021 Lucille Landals Emerging Leader Award
The Lucille Landals Emerging Leader Award is named after Lucille Landals, a lifelong member of the Alberta Veterinary Technologist Association and distinguishable leader in the advancement of veterinary technologists in Alberta. This award is presented to a new member of the ABVTA who makes outstanding contributions to the association and our professional veterinary community.
Criteria:
- Supports the ABVTA’s mission by advancing the profession while providing compassionate veterinary care
- Demonstrates sustained leadership and initiative
- Must be within their first five (5) years of membership (post-graduation) with the ABVTA
2021 Technologist of the Year Award *New
This award is presented to a registered member of the ABVTA who has made significant contributions to the veterinary profession. Candidates lead by example through the Association’s core values including approachability, inclusivity, integrity, professionalism and teamwork while providing compassionate veterinary care.
Criteria:
- Supports and engages a cohesive team environment
- Demonstrates a high standard of animal welfare and the humane treatment of animals
Click here to submit an award nomination (member login required)