Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians

Learn. Connect. Belong.

Since 1971, the Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians (EASAV) has brought veterinary professionals together in the spirit of learning, collaboration, and community. What began as a small group of local veterinarians seeking relevant continuing education opportunities has grown into a vibrant organization dedicated to supporting both the professional excellence and personal well-being of small animal veterinarians throughout the Edmonton region and beyond.

Today, EASAV's work is guided by a clear mission, a shared vision, and three pillars that define who we are and what we strive to achieve: Learn. Connect. Belong.

Mission Statement

To bring Edmonton’s small animal veterinarians together through continuing professional development, collegiality, and community that strengthens both professional excellence and personal well-being.

Vision Statement

A thriving, connected small animal veterinary community in Edmonton and beyond — where continuing education elevates practice, collegiality strengthens relationships, diversity is respected, and every member feels valued, supported, and empowered to deliver exceptional care.

Learn

Continuing professional development remains at the heart of EASAV. For more than five decades, the organization has provided access to exceptional educational opportunities by welcoming respected speakers and experts from across Canada and around the world. Through lectures, workshops, wet labs, and interactive learning experiences, EASAV helps members stay current with advances in veterinary medicine while fostering a culture of lifelong learning and professional growth.

EASAV is committed to delivering educational experiences that are relevant, practical, and responsive to the evolving needs of veterinary professionals. By encouraging curiosity, innovation, and excellence in practice, we help our members provide the highest standard of care to their patients and clients.

Connect

Strong veterinary communities are built on meaningful relationships. EASAV creates opportunities for members to connect with colleagues, share ideas, exchange experiences, and build professional networks that extend beyond individual clinics.

Through educational events, social gatherings, collaborative initiatives, and peer engagement opportunities, EASAV promotes collegiality and encourages a supportive, non-competitive environment where veterinarians can learn from and support one another. These connections strengthen our profession and remind us that we are part of something larger than our individual practices.

Belong

Veterinary medicine can be both rewarding and challenging. EASAV is committed to fostering a community where every member feels welcomed, respected, and valued.

Guided by our vision of a thriving and connected veterinary community, we strive to create an environment where diversity is respected, different perspectives are welcomed, and every member feels supported and empowered. Whether newly graduated, new to the Edmonton area, returning to practice, or a long-established practitioner, EASAV provides opportunities to engage, contribute, and find a sense of belonging among colleagues who understand the unique experiences of veterinary medicine.

Looking Forward

As veterinary medicine continues to evolve, EASAV remains dedicated to strengthening the profession through continuing professional development, collegiality, and community. More than fifty years after its founding, the organization continues to serve as a trusted resource and gathering place for small animal veterinarians in Edmonton and beyond.

Guided by our mission, inspired by our vision, and grounded in the principles of Learn. Connect. Belong., EASAV is helping build a stronger, more connected veterinary community for the future.