The Chief Veterinary Office (CVO), Winnipeg Humane Society (WHS), and Vets Without Borders (VWB) are hosting a second annual World Rabies Day Free Pet Vaccines event at the West End Commons (641 St. Matthews Ave, Winnipeg) on Saturday, September 28th, 2024. The event will run from 10am to 4pm. Core vaccines (DA2PP, FVRCP, rabies) and a physical exam will be offered to cats and dogs at no charge.

We are looking for additional RVT and DVM volunteers for the event. Please bring your own stethoscope, water bottle, snacks, and lab coat if desired. All other equipment will be provided.

If you are interested, please contact Valli at vfraser@vwb.org

As of August 15, 2024, the EU has implemented changes to the import requirements and new export certificates for commercial movements (as defined by the EU) of dogs, cats and ferrets to the EU. This includes commercial dogs, cats and ferrets transiting through the EU. All commercial movements of dogs, cats and ferrets certified on or after August 15, 2024 must meet the new conditions and be certified using the new export certificates found on this page.

• All commercial movements must be dispatched from the establishment of origin, with an associated Registration/Approval number.
• An option was added for animals to be dispatched from an approved animal shelter. There are currently no approved animal shelters in Canada for exporting dogs, cats or ferrets to the EU.
• When Echinococcus multilocularis treatment is required, it must be given between 24-48 hours before the time of dispatch of the dog(s) to the EU.
• Minor changes to wording.

The import requirements and export certificates for non-commercial movements (as defined by the EU) of dogs, cats and ferrets to the EU have not changed.

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Please note that there have been updates to the Telemedicine program. Participating veterinarians are no longer required to submit each telemedicine file for review. More information about the program can be located at https://www.mvma.ca/telemedicine/.

As of June 1, 2024, The College of Physicians & Surgeons of Manitoba, the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba, and the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba have authorized the following changes related to the M3P Program:

• The temporary guidance implemented for M3P prescriptions during the pandemic is now permanent.
• M3P booklets are being phased out.
• Prescribers are strongly encouraged to use the following templates for M3P prescriptions.

Prescriptions for M3P drugs now must be faxed directly to a pharmacy of the patient’s choice using the following methods:

• A prescription electronically generated.
• A handwritten prescription.

The new M3P Prescription Requirements, Electronically Generated M3P Prescription Template, and Handwritten M3P Prescription Template are available in Alinity. Can also be found in Alinity “Groups” –> “Member Information” –> “M3P Requirements & Templates.” If you have any questions about the templates, please email michelle@mvma.ca.

Unfortunately, pharmacies will no longer accept emails or prescription pads. Vets must fax the prescription, or give it to the client to take to the pharmacy. It’s important to note that if using an electronically generated template, the prescriber must sign the prescription by hand (fill out electronically, print, sign by hand). Additionally, the client must fill the prescription within 3 days.

Clinics without fax machines are encouraged to look into mobile fax apps (HP Smart App, FaxZero, pdfFiller, etc.) to find a system/app where you can fill out a PDF and fax it from your device.

Members can now find the 2023 Non DVM Wage Report on the member side (through Alinity).

Expand your fracture fixation skills with External Skeletal Fixation!  Join us September 7-8 at the University of Calgary and set yourself up for success with this introductory workshop, designed to equip you with the skills needed to safely and effectively use external fixation in your clinical practice.  The workshop covers the principles and techniques of ESF, including patient selection, equipment and implants, proper application techniques, postoperative care, and how to recognize and manage potential complications. Modern ESF theory and practice are reinforced through laboratory exercises using plastic bones and cadavers.  Visit Movora Education to view the agenda and secure your seat!

Date: September 7-8, 2024

Location: University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Calgary, AB

Level: Introductory, appropriate for general practitioners with little to no ESF experience and veterinary surgeons wanting to refine their orthopedic skillset for treating fractures with ESF.

CE Credits: This program has been AAVSB RACE-Approved for Total of 15.75 CE Credit Hours

The MVMA Council is seeking a licenced Veterinarian that is interested in filling a vacancy on Council. After over a year of dedicated service to the MVMA, Dr. Morgan Wawryk,  has recently resigned from the MVMA Council as she makes a move to Alberta. The MVMA Council thanks Dr. Wawryk for her hard work and dedication to the profession and wishes her the best on this next chapter.

Pursuant to section  6(10) of The Veterinary Medical Act the MVMA Council will fill the vacancy through the appointment of a licenced Veterinarian of the MVMA.

Vacancies

6(10)   The council may fill a vacancy on the council by appointing a member of the association, who is qualified to be elected to the vacant position, for the unexpired term. This subsection does not apply to a vacancy in a public representative position.

This Council term would expire at the 2026 AGM with the opportunity for nomination for a second term.

The MVMA Council asks that any interested veterinarians please email Corey Wilson, MVMA ED/Registrar, at registrar@mvma.ca no later than Friday, August 30^th, 2024.

Qualifications of Veterinarian council members:

Veterinary council members must

(a) be a licensed veterinarian member of the association and be eligible to vote in the election during which the member’s name will stand;

(c) not be a council member who is currently serving his or her second consecutive term;

(d) not be a former council member who had served two (2) consecutive terms, the most recent of which ending within any of the previous five (5) calendar years; and,

(e) not have served as the President within any of the previous six (6) calendar years.

Council Member Position

Council Member Responsibilities and Job Description can be located here.

Please note that the MVMA Council will meet on the following dates (9am-5pm) in the remainder of 2024:

September 13 – In Person Meeting
November 6 – Hybrid meeting

December 4 – Hybrid meeting

The WCABP Annual Conference and AGM is being held January 16-18, 2025 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Thanks to the reciprocity proposal agreed to be all four regional associations (WCABP, OABP, AMVPQ, ABPA), CABV/ACVB members from across Canada may attend this conferences at the WCABP member rates.

Western Canadian Association of Bovine Practitioners (WCABP) Annual Conference and AGM (Hybrid)

Thursday-Saturday, January 16-18, 2025 in Saskatoon, SK

Conference Chair:  Dr. J. Thurgood   Conference Theme:  Strengthening The  Herd

For more information visit www.wcabp.com