Hello MVMA Members,

I want to share an important update regarding the leadership of the MVMA. Our Executive Director and Registrar will be taking a one-year leave of absence from August 2025- August 2026. The MVMA Council and Hiring Subcommittee have developed a recruitment plan to ensure our association continues to regulate and support veterinary professionals.

This spring, the MVMA Council is hiring for two term positions: one full time Executive Director and one part time Registrar.

We believe this approach will best support the needs of our association, maintaining stability and allowing us to continue working toward our vision of creating a sustainable veterinary community.

Application information for each position is located below. Please circulate in your networks to ensure we have a robust applicant pool.

We appreciate your support and will share more details as we move forward.

Sincerely,
Dr. Joe King
President, MVMA

 

Interim Executive Director Job Posting

Interim Registrar Job Posting



Notice from CancerCare Manitoba Re: X-ray equipment

As per provincial legislation, it is mandatory to submit an application for approval to CancerCare Manitoba before installing and using the X-ray unit since CanerCare Manitoba is responsible for issuing radiation shielding requirements. In addition, all X-ray equipment must be registered with CancerCare Manitoba.

 

1.0 Responsibility of the Owner of X-ray Equipment

 

1.1 The owner of the x-ray equipment is responsible for the radiation safety of the facility. The owner can delegate radiation safety tasks but not the responsibility. The owner must ensure that the x-ray equipment and the facility where such equipment is installed and used meet applicable legislation and regulations. In addition, the owner must comply with all recommendations to retain ministerial permission to operate x-ray equipment.

 

1.2 X-ray Equipment Location and Shielding Specifications

 

  1. When a new facility is being designed or an existing facility is being renovated, the owner (or representative) must contact Radiation Protection, CCMB to obtain approval for:
    • The location of the x-ray equipment before proceeding with installation and operation.
    • Shielding specifications required for the x-ray room prior to renovation and/or construction.  X-ray facilities must be shielded such that the estimated radiation doses to occupationally exposed staff and the public will be less than 1 mSv per year.

 

  1. Radiation Protection, CCMB, is responsible for the determination of shielding requirements for a given facility prior to the construction and installation of X-ray imaging equipment.  It is mandatory to contact Radiation Protection, CCMB, CCMBMPX-rayCompliance@cancercare.mb.ca  for the following prior to construction and installation of x-ray equipment:

 

A Barrier Questionnaire form(s) must be obtained from Radiation Protection, CCMB. This form must be completed and returned to Radiation Protection, CCMB. It will require the following:

 

  1. A floor plan of the facility to include:
  2. Floor plan must be to scale.
  3. Floor plan must have compass direction.
  4. Floor plan must have areas identified beyond the walls, floor, and ceiling of the X-ray room.
  5. Beam direction(s).
  6. Floor plan must have the location of the x-ray equipment including (but not limited to): x-ray table, vertical image holder, travel limits of the x-ray tube, control room, console, remote switches.
  7. Facility name, address, and owner of x-ray equipment.
  8. Type of x-ray equipment to include manufacturer and model name.
  9. Construction information.
  10. Completion of Workload form which is an estimated measure of the radiation output in one week.

 

  1. Once all the information is obtained, Radiation Protection, CCMB, will calculate the shielding requirements.
    • Shielding is calculated so that radiation doses shall be less than 1 mSv/year for persons occupationally exposed and for members of the public. It is based on the workload and surroundings (occupancy) of the X-ray suite(s).
    • A barrier specification letter will be issued to the owner/facility indicating the required shielding for each wall, door, floor, and ceiling (if applicable).  Please note: Vigilance in adhering to obtaining all the required information will minimize construction and operational delays.
    • Radiation Protection, CCMB, will also maintain records of the floor plan and shielding specifications.

 

  1. Shielding Inspection:

A Radiation Protection Officer will conduct an on-site shielding inspection to verify the efficacy of barriers post-installation for the specified X-ray room.  Once approved, by Radiation Protection, CCMB, the walls may be covered with the desired finish.

 

2.0 PROVINCIAL REGISTRATION OF X-RAY EQUIPMENT

 

  1. Within 30 days after becoming the owner, you must register all x-ray equipment (new or used) with Radiation Protection, CCMB, before it can be operated as per:

 

  1. Registration of X-ray Equipment form(s) is available from Radiation Protection, CCMB, by emailing: CCMBMPX-rayCompliance@cancercare.mb.ca

 

  1. Once processed, a copy of the completed form will be returned to the owner, along with a CCMB Radiation Protection X-ray Equipment Registration No. label to be prominently posted on the corresponding X-ray unit so that it can be readily identified.  It is important to note, registration relates only to the x-ray equipment and does not indicate approval of a location for its installation or operation or approval of any person to operate it.

 

  1. Registration will remain valid until any of the following occur, at which time a new registration request must be submitted:
  • There is a change in ownership of the equipment, or
  • The equipment is relocated, or
  • The x-ray generator is replaced, or
  • The entire x-ray system is replaced, or
  • The x-ray equipment is decommissioned and removed.

 

3.0 PERSONAL RADIATION MONITORING

 

  1. In Manitoba, the owner of x-ray equipment must ensure all operators of x-ray equipment and other personnel who routinely participate in radiological procedures (who are likely to receive a radiation dose in excess of 1/20th of the dose limit to radiation workers) wear a personal radiation dosimeter.  For information on dose limits for radiation workers, see

Health Canada Safety Code 35

 

  1. Personal radiation monitoring must be established with National Dosimetry Services, Health Canada.  For further information and/or to apply for dosimetry services: National Dosimetry Services

 

  1. Not all classifications of workers will be issued with dosimeters.  Only those staff that have the potential to receive a radiation dose greater than 1 mSv per year.  Contact Radiation Protection, CCMB, for further information.

 



The Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association regrets to report the passing of Dr. Jacqueline Enns. The MVMA offers condolences to family, friends, and close colleagues of Dr. Jacqueline Enns. More information can be located here.

The MVMA reminds members of the services offered by Homewood Health.



The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) Animal Health Technology/Veterinary Technician Program Accreditation Committee (AHTVTPAC) is conducting a survey to help inform the future education of technicians/technologists in Canada. We are asking for your assistance in completing the survey and in distributing it widely across your network.

You can click here to access the survey. You will have until October 6 to complete the survey.



Hello MVMA Members,

We would like to remind members about the telemedicine program.

On February 4, 2022, the MVMA adopted a new by-law to allow for a VCPR to be established without a hands-on examination of an animal or without visiting the premises where the animal is kept in limited circumstances.

To be clear, the MVMA Telemedicine Permit only applies to Telemedicine files.

Telemedicine files: Patient files where a VCPR is established without a hands-on examination of an animal and/or visiting the premises where the animal is kept. This applies to both new and existing patients where there has not been a hands-on examination of an animal and/or visiting the premises where the animal is kept within the last 12 months.

Please note:

  1. Members must follow the process below in order to establish a VCPR via telemedicine alone. Failure to do so may result in a complaint being filed with the PRC.
  2. This program only covers telemedicine files in Manitoba. If you are providing telemedicine services to animals in another jurisdiction, please contact the regulatory body for the jurisdiction to ensure compliance in the jurisdiction where the animal is located. Regulatory body contact information can be found here.

More information about the program can be found here.



The Canadian Animal Blood Bank’s first charity golf tournament was a resounding success due to the generous contributions from these Manitoba veterinary clinics. CABB could not have achieved the $18,100.00 raised to carry on our mission, without their support!  Together, we save dogs’ lives!!  Thank you!

  • Bridgwater Veterinary Hospital
  • Centennial Animal Hospital
  • Clearspring Animal Hospital
  • Corydon Animal Hospital
  • Fort Garry Veterinary Hospital
  • Grand Valley Animal Clinic
  • Great Plains Veterinary Surgery
  • McPhillips Animal Hospital
  • Silver Heights Veterinary Hospital
  • St. Norbert Animal Hospital
  • St. Vital Veterinary Hospital
  • Tuxedo Animal Hospital
  • Westwood Veterinary Hospital

-CABB



Thank you to the Assiniboine Park Zoo, Dr. Charlene Berkvens and Dr. Andrea Nace and their team for hosting the 2023 DVM Student Summer Day at the Zoo!

DVM students were treated to a wonderful day at the zoo with a behind the scenes tour of the polar bear exhibit and veterinary facilities, as well as hearing about zoo practice and the ways in which private practitioners and government veterinarians often engage in zoo practice.

Also a shout out to our volunteers, Dr. Mackenzie Marks, MVMA President, Dr. Glen Duizer, MVMA Council Member, Dr. Morgan Wawryk, MVMA Council Member, Dr. Chris Bell, CVMA Past President, and Dr. Kris Torske, CVMA Representative for engaging with DVM students and introducing them to the veterinary community in Manitoba.

 



Please help us spread the word through social media and clinic communications (email newsletters, bulletin boards, etc). Manitoba Agriculture’s poultry and swine specialists, as well as extension veterinarian, are hosting two in-person small holder nutrition seminars in July and August. The free evening events will cover various aspects of animal nutrition and feeding for swine and poultry raised in small-scale settings. Event details and registration links are below and the PDF poster can also be shared.

 

July 26, 2023 – 6:30-8:30pm – Neepawa Public Library – Neepawa, MB

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/673206828747

 

August 3, 2023 – 6:30-8:30pm – Mennonite Heritage Village – Steinbach, MB

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/673260950627

 

 

You can download a poster for the event here.



The Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association regrets to report the passing of Dr. Martha Jo (MJ) Willard. The MVMA offers condolences to family, friends, and close colleagues of Dr. Martha Jo (MJ) Willard. More information can be located here.

The MVMA reminds members of the services offered by Homewood Health.



The Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association regrets to report the passing of Dr. Corey Jones. The MVMA offers condolences to family, friends, and close colleagues of Dr. Corey Jones. More information can be located here.

The MVMA reminds members of the services offered by Homewood Health.


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ABOUT THE MVMA

Mission: To protect the public through the regulation of veterinary medicine, to support our members and to promote the profession in Manitoba.

Vision: A sustainable veterinary community working together to prioritize the health and welfare of animals, people and the environment.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement: The MVMA is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion across gender identity, ethnicity, religion, age, neurodiversity, physical or mental ability, sexual orientation, and marital status. The MVMA membership is multicultural and we value multiple approaches and different points of view in a safe, positive and collaborative environment.

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