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Sun Apr 27/25 Dentistry WET LAB Extraction of the Maxillary Fourth Premolar and Molars in Dogs
Sun, Apr 27, 2025
 
Agenda: IN-PERSON DENTISTRY WET LAB 

This wet lab is full. To be added to our wait list, please email info@cavm.ab.ca. CAVM Members will be at the top of the wait list.

CAVM Members get priority registration for all wet labs.

The lecture on Sun Apr 6/25 is a pre-requisite for this wet lab.

Link to flyer

Description:

Hands-on application of the surgical techniques discussed during the lecture including practice of surgical and non-surgical extraction of the maxillary fourth premolar and molars in a canine cadaver specimen. During the lab we will be able to cater to a wide range of skill levels from beginner practitioners trying to nail down the basics of dental extractions to skilled practitioners aiming to improve their speed and reduce patient morbidity.

4 CE credits approved by ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

The cancellation deadline for a full refund is Apr 1, 2025.
After April 1, 2025 there are NO refunds issued unless we can fill your spot from our wait list or you can find someone to take your spot.



 
4.00 hrs CE credit
ABVMA approved
CVBC approved
 
Seating is limited to 24 (-2 places are currently available)
 
Please register before Apr 1

Attendance for this event has reached capacity.

 
  Clinical Skills Building, UCVM Spy Hill Campus

11877 85 St NW, Calgary, AB T3R 1J3

Link to map

AM Group Schedule: 7:15am-8am breakfast/registration/sign waivers. 8am-12:15pm wet lab (+ one coffee break).
The AM group can stay for lunch.

PM Group Schedule: 12pm-1pm lunch/registration/sign waivers. 1pm-5:15pm wet lab (+ one coffee break).  
  • Member - $400.00
(5% GST will be added)  
  • Serona Animal Health & Virbac
 
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Wed May 7/25 Hold your horses! Eye opening tales from equine ophthalmology. (ZOOM)
Wed, May 7, 2025
 
Agenda: Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

Link to flyer

Topics:

Eye Say Goodbye: The Ins and Outs of Enucleation: Discussion of enucleation for the equine practitioner with tips and tricks for a more successful intra-operative and post-operative outcome. 

Equine Recurrent Uveitis: In depth discussion of ERU, complications, treatment options, and client education.

2 CE/CPD credits approved by ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

To register for the online live Zoom option: login first, then add to cart below. You can add multiple sessions to the shopping cart before checking out. *You must checkout and make the payment to complete your registration.

A Zoom link will be emailed to you within 48 hours. *Check your junk/spam folder if you can’t find it.

 

Email info@cavm.ab.ca if you require a username/password to log in. Please include your first/last name, title, personal email address, and the clinic/province you work at.


 
2.00 hrs CE credit
ABVMA approved
CVBC approved
 
Seating is limited to 500 (437 places are currently available)
 
Please register before May 6

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
 

Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

7-9pm Mountain Time 

Please join the Zoom session at least 10 minutes early. Ensure your microphone is muted and camera is off. 

This session WILL be recorded and available for on-demand viewing for a limited time. If viewing the recording, a short quiz must be completed to get the CE credits. You must get 80% or higher on the quiz to pass. 

Please do not register here for the recordingAn email and registration instructions will be sent out once the recording and quiz are available.
 
  • Non-Member - $25.00
  • Office Manager - free
  • Office Manager (Non-Member) - $25.00
  • Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians - free
  • Retired - free
  • RVT - free
  • Support Staff - free
  • Vet Student - free
  • RVT Student - free
  • Intern - free
  • Member - free
  • Executive - free
(5% GST will be added)  
  • Eickemeyer & Summit Veterinary Pharmacy
 
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Wed May 14/25 How to get the best from your Teleradiologist (ZOOM)
Wed, May 14, 2025
 
Agenda: Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

Link to flyer

Description:

Good communication between the primary clinician and radiologist is vital for high quality, accurate, and nuanced study interpretation for ensuring optimal patient care. 
The aim of this talk is to provide deeper insight into the teleradiology partnership, and focus on key aspects that enhance that relationship from study design to report expectations.  


2 CE credits approved by ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

To register for the online live Zoom option: login first, then add to cart below. You can add multiple sessions to the shopping cart before checking out. *You must checkout and make the payment to complete your registration.

A Zoom link will be emailed to you within 48 hours. *Check your junk/spam folder if you can’t find it.

 

Email info@cavm.ab.ca if you require a username/password to log in. Please include your first/last name, title, personal email address, and the clinic/province you work at.


 
2.00 hrs CE credit
ABVMA approved
CVBC approved
 
Seating is limited to 500 (428 places are currently available)
 
Please register before May 13

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
  • Dr. Tim Spotswood, BVSc, MMedVet (DiagIm), Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging
 

Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

7-9pm Mountain Time 

Please join the Zoom session at least 10 minutes early. Ensure your microphone is muted and camera is off. 

This session WILL be recorded and available for on-demand viewing for a limited time. If viewing the recording, a short quiz must be completed to get the CE credits. You must get 80% or higher on the quiz to pass. 

Please do not register here for the recordingAn email and registration instructions will be sent out once the recording and quiz are available.
 
  • Non-Member - $25.00
  • Sponsor - free
  • Office Manager - free
  • Office Manager (Non-Member) - $25.00
  • Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians - free
  • Retired - free
  • RVT - free
  • Support Staff - free
  • Vet Student - free
  • RVT Student - free
  • Intern - free
  • Member - free
  • Executive - free
(5% GST will be added)  
  • Antech
 
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Sun June 15/25 Locked Zoo Social Event for CAVM Members
Sun, Jun 15, 2025
 
Agenda: FREE! Social Event for first 100 CAVM Members Only + 1 (spouse, partner, co-worker, guest, child)

Other members & guests can attend for $100 +GST. Kids are welcome!

Link to flyer


NOTE: this is Father's Day! Bring your Father or Son for a wonderful day!! :)

To register (CAVM Members Only + 1):
You MUST email info@cavm.ab.ca
You can not register through the website for this event.

RSVP & *Cancellation Deadline: 
Tues June 3/25 (no exceptions)
*A $100 +GST fee per person will be charged for cancelling after the deadline

Includes:
entrance to the Zoo, "Locked Zoo" activity, buffet dinner, drinks (approx. $150 value). You must pay for your own parking.





 
Seating is limited to 300 (259 places are currently available)
 
Please register before Jun 3

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
  Calgary Zoo, Asia Lawn & Tent (click on link for virtual tour of this fun venue!)

210 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7V6

Agenda:
4-7pm Locked Zoo activity (*see below for description)
6-7pm cocktails if done activity early (2 drink tickets each)
7-8pm cocktails/buffet dinner
8-10pm mingling/music
8:45pm last call
10pm event ends

*This outdoor escape game will have you using your wits and getting your steps in, whilst you explore the zoo. Along the way you will be looking out for hints and puzzles to unlock your next challenge and save the day! There's plenty of animals to see along the way.
 
  • Member - free
  • Executive - free
 
  • Platinum: WDDC Gold: ProConcepts AH, Boehringer Ingelheim, Zoetis Silver: Bronze: Eickemeyer, CDMV, Summit Vet Pharmacy, Aventix
 
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Wed Sept 10/25 Best Practices in Managing the Compromised, Contaminated Wound
Wed, Sep 10, 2025
 
Agenda: Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

Link to flyer PENDING

Description:

Using a framework of clinical cases, we will discuss techniques to maximize wound healing. Topics include assessment of tissue viability, targeted debridement, effective lavage, application of topical agents and moisture retentive dressings (such as calcium alginate, hydrophilic foam, hydrocolloid, and hydrogel), and countering tension with skin stretching and closure techniques. Attendees will expand their ability to provide effective wound care and achieve faster, more comfortable healing for their patients.


2 CE credits pending approval from ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

To register for the online live Zoom option: login first, then add to cart below. You can add multiple sessions to the shopping cart before checking out. *You must checkout and make the payment to complete your registration.

A Zoom link will be emailed to you within 48 hours. *Check your junk/spam folder if you can’t find it.

 

Email info@cavm.ab.ca if you require a username/password to log in. Please include your first/last name, title, personal email address, and the clinic/province you work at.


 
Seating is limited to 500 (500 places are currently available)
 
Please register before Sep 9

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
 

Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

7-9pm Mountain Time 

Please join the Zoom session at least 10 minutes early. Ensure your microphone is muted and camera is off. 

This session WILL be recorded and available for on-demand viewing for a limited time. If viewing the recording, a short quiz must be completed to get the CE credits. You must get 80% or higher on the quiz to pass. 

Please do not register here for the recordingAn email and registration instructions will be sent out once the recording and quiz are available.
 
  • Non-Member - $25.00
  • Office Manager - free
  • Office Manager (Non-Member) - $25.00
  • Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians - free
  • Retired - free
  • RVT - free
  • Support Staff - free
  • Vet Student - free
  • RVT Student - free
  • Intern - free
  • Member - free
  • Executive - free
(5% GST will be added)  
  • Petzoic Vet Hospital
 
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Sat Nov 15/25 Annual General Meeting, Banquet, and Guest Speaker
Sat, Nov 15, 2025
 
Agenda: For CAVM Members Only + 1 (spouse, partner, guest). This event is FREE for CAVM Members and their +1.

Link to flyer *PENDING

Guest speaker presentation title: "Where There Are No Roads and No Vets: Improving Access to Veterinary Care in Canada’s Far North"

Guest speaker presentation description: The veterinary shortage across Canada has been gaining awareness over the recent years. Unfortunately, lack of veterinarians and limited access to veterinary care has always been a reality in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. With a total population of over 80,000 residents - which is divided into 58 communities, with the majority of these being fly-in only - there are only 3 local veterinarians all of whom are located in Yellowknife, the capital of Northwest Territories. This leaves the remaining communities without regular access to veterinary care. Lack of access to veterinary services negatively affects human, animal, and environmental health, for example, community safety issues and potential increased rabies transmission between humans, dogs, and wildlife. To address these issues, Veterinarians Without Borders (VWB) North America’s Northern Animal Health Initiative (NAHI) delivers programming in collaboration with communities to increase access to veterinary services in Northwest Territories and Nunavut, Canada. Programming focuses on strengthening community capacity and One Health in these regions through interventions such as veterinary clinics, telehealth services, and Community Animal Health Worker training, alongside knowledge sharing and community engagement initiatives. Come learn about how VWB North America’s NAHI program is changing the lives of many animals across Canada’s North!

 


To register (CAVM Members Only + 1):
You MUST email info@cavm.ab.ca
You can not register through the website for this event.

RSVP & *Cancellation Deadline: 
Tues Nov 4/25 (no exceptions)
*A $70 + GST fee per person will be charged for cancelling after the deadline

1 CE credit pending approval from ABVMA & CVBC.

 
Seating is limited to 120 (119 places are currently available)
 
Please register before Nov 4

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
 
Calgary Zoo, Enmax Conservatory
1300 Zoo Road NE Calgary, AB T2E 2V6

*NEW Parking Instructions: park in the West or North Zoo Lot and walk to the Enmax Conservatory. You must pay for parking. We recommend the WEST LOT as it's a lot closer, then you can enter the Zoo at the South Security Entrance and tell them you are with the CAVM event. Or there is a parking lot across the bridge in Inglewood. If you have mobility issues please have someone drop you off at the South Security Lot. 

Link to map *PENDING

Agenda:
5-6pm registration/cocktails
6-7pm buffet dinner
6:45pm guest speaker
7:45pm business meeting (CAVM members only, guests wait in foyer)
8-9pm ZOOLIGHTS or stay inside
9pm ZOOLIGHTS ends, return to Enmax Conservatory for hot chocolate & cookies
11pm event ends (9:45pm last call)

Get home safely!
 
  • Member - free
  • Executive - free
 
  • Boehringer-Ingelheim, VCA CARE Centre, IDEXX, Eickemeyer