About The ABVTA
The ABVTA is the voice of veterinary technologists in Alberta.
We advocate for the role of RVTs within the profession, provide professional development, enhance animal welfare through high-quality veterinary medicine and regulations, support our members to build a strong network, and represent the profession through a strong and collaborative association.
Vision, Mission and Values
Vision:
“Professional, knowledgeable, compassionate animal health care.”
Mission: “Supporting and empowering a knowledgeable network of Registered Veterinary Technologists to advance our profession while providing compassionate veterinary care.”
Values:
- Approachability
- Integrity
- Teamwork
- Professionalism
Priority Focus Areas:
- Career development, retention, utilization, and compensation
- Personal and professional wellness, mental health and positive culture
- Positive, productive collaboration with partners
- Increased visibility of veterinary technologists and their importance in animal care
Strategic Goals for 2022 – 2023:
- Collaboration with schools, post-secondary institutions with a focus on increased program awareness and capacity and development of continuing education to support member professional advancement
- Supporting members wellness, mental health and positive culture and relationships through education, professional pride and awareness of healthy boundaries
- RVT career development through retention, professional fulfilment, and increased compensation
- Increased public and industry awareness of RVTs and their significance in animal care and welfare