Become a Registered
Veterinary Technologist
Veterinary Technologists
Veterinary technologists must be registered with the SVMA to be legally able to practice in Saskatchewan.
Veterinary Technologist Membership Categories
- Active
An active registrant is a veterinary technologist who is registered to assist in the practice of veterinary medicine.- Conditional
A conditional registrant has conditions or limitations imposed by SVMA Council. The conditional veterinary technologist is able to assist in the practice of veterinary medicine in accordance with the conditions of their registration. - Provisional
A provisional registrant is either awaiting the results of having written the Veterinary Technology National Examination administered by the AAVSB or is registered to write the VTNE at the next available opportunity.
- Conditional
- Short Term
A short-term registrant is a registered veterinary technologist who is registered to assist with the practice of veterinary practice for a period not exceeding 90 days total in any fiscal year. The short-term registration is valid until December 31st in the year in which it is granted. - Student
A student is a registrant who shall be enrolled, and maintain enrollment, in a CVMA/AVMA accredited program in veterinary technology. A student registrant shall assist in the practise of veterinary medicine only under the supervision of a General licensed veterinarian member or an Active registered veterinary technologist. - Social
A social registration may be issued to any person who has held registration in the Association or any equivalent veterinary association. Registrants in this category may not assist in the practice of veterinary medicine in Saskatchewan.
Requirements for Registration
To qualify for registration with the Saskatchewan Veterinary Medical Association (SVMA), an applicant must:
- be a graduate of veterinary technology from a CVMA/AVMA accredited program
- be in good standing with any veterinary association or equivalent body in which membership or registration is or has been held.
- be legally entitled to work in Canada
Application Checklist
You cannot assist in the practise of veterinary medicine in Saskatchewan until you have received notification from the SVMA office that you have been registered.
Your veterinary technology application will not be processed until the following required documents have been received:
- Completed application.
- Notarized/certified true copy of your veterinary technology diploma.
- VTNE results can also be obtained through the AAVSB and sent directly to the SVMA office.
- Letter(s) of standing from other regulatory bodies, if applicable (regulatory body to submit directly to the SVMA)
- Proof of identity
- government issued photo I.D.: driver licence or passport
- Proof of Canadian citizenship
- birth certificate or passport
- or evidence of eligibility to work or study in Canada
- notarized/certified citizenship card, residency card or landed papers
- notarized/certified passport, VISA, work permit or border authorization
- If applicable, provide criminal offense statement.
- Pay application and registration fees (as outlined in the 2025 fees schedule)
Questions
T. 1 (306) 955-7860 E. lserhienko@svma.sk.ca
The application process must be completed within sixty (60) days from the date it was initiated by the applicant or it will be considered lapsed and the process must be re-started. Please allow 2-3 weeks for applications to be processed. Under no circumstances may the applicant commence practice in Saskatchewan until the application is approved and registration is confirmed.
Licensing Course and Animal Welfare Course
All new Veterinarians, Veterinary Students, Veterinary Technologists and Veterinary Technology Students must successfully complete the online licensing course and exam.
The Animal Welfare: What Every Veterinary Professional Should Know is a required course designed to ensure all SVMA members and registrants are familiar with the most recent legislation pertaining to animal welfare in Saskatchewan and has been identified as a required component of registration as per the SVMA Continuing Education Standards and Educational Policies. The course includes two short videos both of which are followed by a brief multiple-choice questionnaire.
Before approval of SVMA registration, you will be required to successfully complete the licensing and animal welfare courses. Upon application submission, you will be emailed information on how to log in to the Online Classroom, to access the courses.
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