The OAVT's
Recognition Program
The OAVT's Recognition Program
Each October, during RVT Month, we celebrate recipients of the Association’s Annual Awards Program, along with members who have reached membership milestones (aka OAVT Anniversary Pin recipients).
Annual Awards Program
To celebrate award recipients during RVT Month, nominations open annually in June and close on August 1st. After the selection committee performs a thorough review of all submissions, award recipients will be notified in September.
Award Categories
Click on a category below to submit a nomination.
RVT of the year
This award is presented to an RVT in good standing with the OAVT who exemplifies dedication to the humane medical treatment of animals and excels in all aspects of their profession.
Outstanding contribution
The recipient of this award is an RVT in good standing with the OAVT who provides exceptional support for the RVT profession and strives to advance the recognition of RVTs.
New RVT Excellence
Recognizes a new RVT in good standing with the OAVT who is in their first two years of practice, is excelling in their career, and making a notable difference in animal healthcare.
Veterinarian Appreciation
Recognizes a veterinarian who demonstrates outstanding support for RVTs and helps improve awareness of the RVT profession.
Best In Practice
This award recognizes a clinic that embodies the ideal veterinary team model by using RVTs to their fullest capabilities, while also building an integrated and supportive team throughout the clinic.
Volunteer of the Year
Nominated by the OAVT's staff or Board of Directors, this award recognizes an individual that has provided outstanding volunteer support to the OAVT and its initiatives.
OAVT ANNIVERSARY PINS
Anniversary pins are distributed to members to recognize milestone years of membership with the OAVT, starting at 20 years, and every five years thereafter. Members receive pins based on the number of years they’ve been a continuous member of the OAVT. Pins are mailed to recipients each year at the end of October.
Pins do not recognize the number of years as an RVT. Relocating to another province, or having a lapse in membership because of unpaid dues or incomplete CE collection will affect a member’s years of OAVT membership.
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