Mentorship Matching
We pair you with an experienced member in your region and area of interest for a structured six-month partnership.
Member Support
Practical support from people who have walked the same path
Licensing, first jobs, difficult cases, burnout, ownership — our members have been through it. Support at SAVA is personal, confidential, and always peer-led.
How we help
Six ways we show up for members
Wellness & Peer Support
Confidential peer conversations, burnout resources, and referrals to mental-health professionals who understand veterinary work.
Careers & Locum Board
Member-only associate, locum, and technician postings from clinics that value our community.
Workplace Advocacy
Guidance on contracts, licensing complaints, and workplace concerns — including referral to legal professionals.
New Arrival Support
Practical help settling into Ontario: credential steps, housing pointers, and a welcoming local chapter.
Regional Chapters
Informal meetups in Brampton, Mississauga, Scarborough, London, and Ottawa throughout the year.
Membership
What's included with membership
- Discounted registration for all CE seminars and the annual gala
- Access to session recordings and slide decks
- Mentor matching and study groups
- Member-only locum and employment board
- Voting rights at the annual general meeting
- Committee and leadership opportunities
Member voices
"My mentor walked me through the entire CVO process and sat with me the week before the NAVLE. I passed on my first attempt — I would not have without SAVA."
"The ownership workshop changed how I read my purchase agreement. Two years later I own the clinic I trained in."
Support framework
Five pillars of member support
Expand each pillar to see exactly what SAVA provides and who to reach out to.
We guide internationally educated veterinarians through every step of practising in Ontario, and help new arrivals settle into life here with a community already in their corner.
- CVO licensure roadmap & document review
- NAVLE and clinical proficiency exam prep
- Settlement guidance: housing, schools, banking
- Buddy matching with a member nearby
