Upcoming Continuing Education Opportunities

Upcoming CE opportunities are time sensitive activities such as conferences and live webinars. 

Do you have an event you would like to post here? Please let us know at communications@bcvta.com 

Certified Companion Animal Palliative and End-of-Life Care for Vet Techs Online Course
Starts June 16, 2026

The Certified Companion Animal Palliative and End-of-Life Care for Vet Techs (CCAPEVT) course focuses on practical, compassionate hospice and end-of-life care that supports both patients and the veterinarian. Topics include quality-of-life assessment, comfort care techniques, emotional support for clients, and integrative approaches such as TCVM and Tui-na, along with strategies for managing the emotional demands of end-of-life care.
This fully online course begins June 16 and offers 16 RACE-approved CE hours. Open to veterinary technicians and experienced veterinary assistants.

For those interested in integrative medicine, this course complements Chi University’s TCVM for Vet Techs online course, which provides a deeper introduction to TCVM principles designed specifically for veterinary technicians.

Learn more and register: https://go.chiu.edu/navta-ccapevt-fb1

Free CE from Hill’s Global Symposium “Healthy Skin Starts From Within”
June 24 & 25, 2026

Join the free global virtual event to enhance your understanding of the complex relationship between nutrition, the microbiome, and dermatologic health and much more. The live event will be held June 23 & 24 in Phuket, Thailand. Due to the significant time zone difference, we will host a simulated live stream on the HVA platform approximately 12 hours after the live event.
The simulated livecast is scheduled for June 24–25 from 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM EDT both days (7am-4pm in BC)

CVMA Convention
June 24-26, 2026

The 78th CVMA Convention, hosted by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, will take place in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, bringing together veterinary professionals from across Canada for continuing education, networking, and professional development. The event will offer more than 80 hours of CE sessions covering clinical practice, practice management, animal welfare, and wellness, along with an exhibit hall, keynote presentations, and social events that foster connection within the veterinary community.

Register here!
Information regarding the conference is available here, including the schedule and registration price tiers. 

The Burnout Reset for Vet Techs, designed by Alaina Panesar, is specifically for RVTs who are experiencing burnout, emotional exhaustion, and overwhelm—but who still care deeply about their work and want sustainable tools to remain in the profession.

This is not a vent-only group or a quick-fix program. It’s a structured, supportive coaching experience that focuses on nervous system regulation, boundaries, sustainable habits, and long-term career longevity in veterinary medicine.

Program details:

  • Dates: March 24 – June 30

  • Schedule: Biweekly sessions, 7:00–8:30 PM

  • Format: Live group coaching

  • Investment: $500 (paid individually by participants – or they can request their clinic to pay as these hours can count for unstructured CPD)

lntention is to support RVTs in protecting their wellbeing while continuing to show up as skilled, engaged professionals—something that ultimately benefits both individuals and clinics.

Alaina Panesar graduated from UNBC with her BSc Biology then went on to graduate from the NAIT Animal Health Technology program with Honors in 2012 and has practiced companion animal medicine in the city of Edmonton for the past 13+ years. She is currently working as a Locum at various practices and holds a casual position at Edmonton Humane Society. She has worked in many types of clinic settings; Spay & neuter, emergency, high volume & extended hours clinics, management, fear free & surgical speciality. She is passionate about hospice & palliative care for our senior patients as well as anesthesia & analgesia. She also provides mentorship as well as VTNE tutoring for VT students. Over the past 3 years she has built her own business providing Career & Financial coaching for experienced RVTs. All of her coaching clients came to her in active burnout, looking to either leave vet medicine – or on stress leave from their clinical work. Each student that she has worked with has found the personal rejuvenation & desire to return to the field successfully. She is committed to exploring ways to further the RVT career pathway and ensuring that our professional association is at the forefront nationally when it comes to veterinary professional development.

Register here!

AVMA Conference
July 10-14, 2026

Join fellow veterinary professionals in Anaheim, California for the 2026 AVMA Convention. It brings together veterinarians, veterinary tech, practice managers, students, and industry representatives for five days of continuing education, workshops, hands-on learning, and networking. The convention features educational sessions covering clinical topics, practice management, and other areas relevant to veterinary professionals, as well as an exhibit hall showcasing products and services from veterinary suppliers. 

Register here!
More about the convention here.

IntroVet Free CE Day
July 26, 2026

Join IntroVet for the 5th Annual Free CE Day! Enjoy 6 hours of CE from experts in FIP Management, Feline Practice, Cardiology, Dentistry Pain Management, and AI Technology from the comforts of home. Follow the registration link for additional details and the program schedule. 

Register here! 

WVC Annual Conference – Nashville, TN 
August 15-18, 2026

WVC Nashville marks the exciting expansion of the renowned WVC (Western Veterinary Conference), bringing veterinary professionals to Nashville, in the Music City Center. Designed to offer the same high-impact education and engaging atmosphere as its Las Vegas counterpart, this conference pairs world-class CE sessions, hands-on workshops, and vibrant networking opportunities, all with a touch of Southern hospitality.

Register here!

Exotic365
August 30-Sept 3, 2026

Head to Philadelphia, PA to attend the Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians in-person conference. This flagship event brings together veterinarians, veterinary techs, students, and specialists focused on the health, medicine, and care of exotic species, including reptiles, amphibians, and companion mammals. Attendees can expect a comprehensive program of continuing education sessions, expert-led lectures, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities designed to advance clinical skills and species-specific best practices. 

Register here!

SBCV 2026 BARC Behaviour and Rehabilitation Conference 
Sept 12-13, 2026

Held at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, participate in the BARC conference – this new conference focuses solely on the latest diagnostics, treatment options, and research for veterinarians interested in all aspects of behaviour and rehabilitation.

Additional details and registration information can be found here.

IVECCS Conference
Sept 14-17, 2026

The International Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Symposium (IVECCS) is a premier annual conference hosted by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society that delivers high-quality, practical continuing education for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice managers, and students focused on emergency and critical care medicine. It features a diverse scientific program with lectures, hands-on workshops, interactive labs, and expert speakers covering cutting-edge clinical topics and best practices, and typically offers over 40 hours of RACE-approved CE alongside networking opportunities, an exhibit hall, and special events that support professional growth and collaboration across the veterinary community. This years’ conference is set to be held in Savannah, GA.

Register here!
click here for additional information about VECCS.

guidED – Veterinary Leadership Experience
Sept 26-28, 2026 

Join the Vet Alliance team in Edmonton, BC for guidED, a premier veterinary leadership conference designed to help professionals strengthen their leadership skills and drive meaningful change within their organizations. Built on three pillars – understanding, application, and action, it delivers practical, forward-thinking strategies that participants can immediately put into practice.

More than a conference, guidED is an immersive experience that brings together industry experts and veterinary leaders from across the country to learn, collaborate, and build lasting connections. Through engaging content and shared learning, participants leave with actionable plans, fresh perspectives, and the confidence to lead their teams and businesses forward.

Register here!

WSAVA 2026 Congress
Oct 13-15, 2026

The 51st World Small Animal Veterinary Association Congress will be held in Warsaw, Poland. This is one of the largest international veterinary conferences in the world, bringing together thousands of veterinarians, RVTs/veterinary nurses, researchers, and industry leaders to share the latest advances in companion animal medicine. The event features world-renowned speakers, cutting-edge scientific sessions, hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, and a global trade exhibition focused on innovation in veterinary medicine. 

Register here!
*Early bird registration is available until July 15, 2026. 

Canada West Conference 
Oct 17-20, 2026

The CanWest Veterinary Conference is one of Western Canada’s premier veterinary continuing education events, bringing together veterinary professionals from across the country for high-quality learning, networking, and collaboration. Held annually in Banff, Alberta, the conference features diverse educational tracks, industry-leading speakers, and opportunities to connect with colleagues and industry partners.

Registration opens July 1, 2026

SBCV 2026 Fall Conference & Trade Show
Nov 6-8, 2026

This is an annual continuing education event hosted by the Society of BC Veterinarians, bringing together veterinary professionals from across British Columbia for a weekend of learning, networking, and industry engagement. Held at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel in Richmond, BC, the conference features expert-led presentations on clinical and practice management topics, opportunities to earn continuing education credits, and a trade show showcasing the latest products and services in veterinary medicine.

Registration is not yet open/announced. 
View the schedule here.