Continuing Education Seminars
Evening and weekend sessions on dermatology, cardiology, anaesthesia, dentistry, and emergency care — delivered by board-certified specialists.
- 2–6 CE credits per session
- Member pricing
- Recordings for members
Education
Continuing Education & Professional Learning
From your first licensing exam to your first clinic purchase, SAVA's education programs meet you where you are — with content that is rigorous, practical, and grounded in Ontario practice.
Programs
Four learning streams, one community
Licensing Pathway Program
A cohort-based program for internationally trained veterinarians covering credential evaluation, NAVLE preparation, and clinical proficiency exams.
- Study group matching
- Mock exam sessions
- CVO application review
Clinical Rounds
Monthly virtual case rounds where members present challenging cases and receive specialist input in a supportive setting.
- Monthly, online
- Case submission welcome
- Open to students
Practice & Business Track
Practical training on associate contracts, clinic valuation, financing, team leadership, and the realities of ownership in Ontario.
- Contract review clinics
- Ownership 101
- Finance & lease guidance
Learning tracks
Guidance matched to your career stage
Tell us where you are and we'll point you to the right cohort, mentor, and CE calendar.
New Graduates
Confidence in the first 24 months: clinical basics, communication, and contracts.
Internationally Trained
Licensure roadmap, exam prep, and Canadian clinical culture.
Experienced Practitioners
Advanced clinical CE, leadership, and ownership pathways.
Students & Pre-Vet
Application mentorship, shadowing, and scholarship guidance.
What we offer
Education at SAVA, end to end
Four connected pillars that keep our members learning all year — not just at conference time.
Overview of CE Events
SAVA hosts regular continuing education events across Ontario throughout the year — evening lectures, weekend intensives, and an annual conference — helping members meet CVO requirements while staying clinically current.
Workshops & Learning Events
Hands-on, small-group workshops on dentistry, ultrasound, anaesthesia, surgery, and diagnostics, so members leave with skills they can apply the next morning in practice.
Industry Collaboration
We partner with pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and equipment leaders to bring member-exclusive product training, research updates, and preferred pricing to our community.
Knowledge Sharing
Case rounds, journal discussions, WhatsApp clinical groups, and shared slide decks keep learning going between events — knowledge stays inside the community.
Who it's for
Programs for every stage of a veterinary career
Practicing Veterinarians
Advanced clinical CE, practice-management training, and peer discussion for veterinarians in associate, locum, and ownership roles.
- Specialist-led CE credits
- Ownership & business track
- Clinical case rounds
Students & New Graduates
Support through vet school and the critical first years — mentorship, shadowing, contract literacy, and confidence building.
- Mentor matching
- Shadowing days
- First-contract guidance
Internationally Trained Vets (IEVs)
A clear roadmap to Ontario licensure for internationally educated veterinarians, plus settlement guidance from members who did it themselves.
- NAVLE & CPE prep
- Credential evaluation help
- Study groups
