Proclamations

In Manitoba

Veterinary Technologist Month

Every year the MVTA writes a letter to the government of Manitoba asking them to proclaim the second week in October as Veterinary Technologist Week in Manitoba. The government has recognized our profession and granted our request since 2015. In 2017, through a national initiative, the month of October was proclaimed and celebrated as Veterinary Technologists Month.

RVTs are essential and regulated veterinary professionals who work with other veterinary team members in several areas of the veterinary industry. They play a major role in contributing to not only protecting the health and safety of animals but to all Manitobans as well through their knowledge of animal and public health, biosecurity, and infectious disease control. RVTs are involved in various tasks such as surgical assistance, anesthesia monitoring, diagnostic imaging, laboratory work, animal nursing, client education, and much more. Their expertise serves as an integral part of the health of Manitobans by contributing to the safety and supply of the food chain, as well as ensuring the well-being of Manitobans by keeping their animal companions healthy.

The MVTA was founded in 1982 to support and empower a knowledgeable network of Registered Veterinary Technologists to advance our profession while providing compassionate veterinary care. Our collective voice is the voice of RVTs across Manitoba. We are a strong association of individuals, driving the profession of RVTs and placing an emphasis on professional development and advancement.

Proclamations

Province of Manitoba

Proclamation of 2025

2025 REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNOLOGISTS’ MONTH

WHEREAS The Manitoba government values and commends our province’s Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVTs) for their tremendous contributions to support companion animals and their owners, and commercial animal agriculture;

AND WHEREAS RVTs are trained professionals performing a wide range of critical duties, including surgical assistance, anesthesia monitoring, diagnostic and laboratory work, animal nursing, client education, biosecurity, infectious disease control, and more;

AND WHEREAS The Manitoba Veterinary Technologists Association (MVTA) represents nearly 500 practicing RVTs in Manitoba and 80 students pursuing veterinary technologist careers at Red River College Polytechnic and accredited distance programs.

AND WHEREAS Since 1982, the MVTA has served as a collective voice advocating for professional advancement and providing its membership with educational skills development opportunities;

AND WHEREAS The dedicated work of RVTs supports public health, promotes biosecurity, and helps to ensure a safe and sustainable food supply chain, and contributes positively to the welfare of all Manitobans;

AND WHEREAS Celebrating and recognizing our RVTs in Manitoba pays tribute to their professionalism, compassion, and strong dedication to animal healthcare in our province;

NOW THEREFORE LET IT BE KNOWN THAT I, Honourable Ron Kostyshyn, Minister of Agriculture, in the Province of Manitoba, do hereby proclaim: the Month of October 2025, as

REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNOLOGISTS’ MONTH IN MANITOBA