EVTA Awards

Nominations can be made by either EVTA members or NBVMA/NSVMA/NLVMA/PEIVMA members. Nominees must be members in good standing.

Nominations close September 1st each year - selections are made by the EVTA Board of Directors and announced at the Annual General Meeting

The recipients will be notified with an invitation to attend the AGM for presentations

 

TO NOMINATE:

Submit online by creating/logging in to your account on our website, then scroll to the bottom of the awards page to see the submit button 

OR

Submit via email to awards@evta.ca

**Nomination letters should highlight the descriptions for each award category, awards are given based on merit and the number of nominations

 

The EVTA RVT of the Year Award

  • The recipient of this award should be exemplary in what it means to be a Registered Veterinary Technician - dedicated to practicing high-quality medicine and nursing care, educating clients and advocating for their patients as well as being supportive to their peers.

  • Recipients from each province are awarded

  • Recipients of this award are to receive a crystal engraved award as well as coverage of a conference of their choice OR accommodations to attend, up to $250.00

2023 RECIPIENTS

Nova Scotia - Kim Irvine, RVT

New Brunswick - Sophie Beaudin, RVT

Newfoundland & Labrador - Delaney Barnes, RVT

Prince Edward Island - Jennifer MacEachern, RVT

PAST RECIPIENTS

2022 - Janet Munday (NS) Mackenzie Ashby (NB) Megan Wiggins (NL) Emily Van Horne (PEI)

2021 - Christina Miller (NS) Mylene Losier (NB) Michele Sheppard (NL) Kendra Stewart (PEI)

2020 - Crystal Hunt (NS) Patsy Osmond (NB) Amanda Maloney (NL) Laura Stapleton (PEI)

 

The Laurel MacIntosh Excellence Award

  • This award is given to a Registered Veterinary Technician who demonstrates dedication to the Veterinary Technology profession as well as promotes and supports the progression of our field and the members in which it holds.

  • This award is not given annually, rather than on a case-by-case basis when a nominee is presented who meets the criteria and would be presented during the AGM.

  • The winner will receive a crystal engraved award + $500 monetary award. 

2023 RECIPIENT

Beverly Macdonald, RVT

 

The Veterinarian Recognition Award

  • This award is given to a DVM who exemplifies a veterinary professional who shows support and advocacy for the Veterinary Technology profession. They demonstrate value for the RVTs they work with and understand they are integral parts of the vet team.

  • This award is not given annually, rather than on a case-by-case basis when a nominee is presented who meets the criteria and would be presented during the AGM.

  • The winner will receive a crystal engraved award.

 

Veterinary Technology Student Award

  • A student within the Atlantic provinces will be selected by the faculty of their respective institution

  • The award value is $200.00. This is an annual award to be presented at the institution’s awards ceremony. 

  • The criteria for winning the award will be set out by the EVTA board of directors

 

*Please login with your EVTA account to see the nomination button

Current Nominations

  • Crystal Mercer

    Province Nominated: Newfoundland
    Date Nominated: September 2024
    Reason Nominated:
    Crystal has been an RVT practicing in NL for 17 years and now works in education teaching veterinary assistant program for Academy Canada. She has also gone above and beyond her RVT certification to obtain a certification in Lab Animal Medicine which is a feat in itself. Crystal wears many hats in regards to her efforts as an RVT. She sits on the Board of Directors for the EVTA as well as RVTTC, co-chairs and organizes NLvetcon to be the fabulous event that it is as well as has taken lead in communications with the Veterinary College of NL in legislative discussions. Crystal is extremely dependable, compassionate, and always willing to lend a helping hand and is a veterinary professional to look up to, this past year she has found the time to be very active in all of the extracurriculars above in addition to being available for her students, which is my belief that she deserves to be recognized as RVT of the year for NL.

  • Margaret Dunnett

    Province Nominated: New Brunswick
    Date Nominated: August 2024
    Reason Nominated:
    This veterinarian goes above and beyond for her clients, staff and family. She has a huge heart and does her very best to see patients whenever possible, for their health concerns. She is amazing at ensuring patients receive the care and attention they need. She is also an incredible employer who takes the time to have regular meetings and open conversations with her staff. She ensures her staff are working together and understand the flow of work, reason for policies, etc, so that everyone can work together, strong as a team. She makes sure we have time off when needed, as she understands the need for breaks, to allow for better work performance. She continues to inspire and surprise me, as we have our regular meetings and discussions.

  • Samantha Burgess

    Province Nominated: New Brunswick
    Date Nominated: August 2024
    Reason Nominated:
    I am thrilled to nominate Samantha Burgess for the EVTA RVT award this year. She is an exceptional employee and an invaluable asset to our hospital, making her eminently worthy of this award and recognition. Having worked closely with Sam for 3 years, I can attest to her unwavering dependability, efficiency, and dedication to her job. Her attention to detail, empathy, and passion for animals is unparalleled. Every day, she infuses our hospital with a contagious positive energy. Sam's exemplary interactions with our clients ensure their comfort and well-being, always placing the needs of our animal patients first. She not only excels in her role as an RVT but also wholeheartedly shares her knowledge with her colleagues and imparts valuable training to students. Her outstanding qualities make her a true leader within our industry, consistently inspiring those around her.

  • Samantha Burgess

    Province Nominated: New Brunswick
    Date Nominated: August 2024
    Reason Nominated:
    I am happy to recommend Samantha Burgess for the RVT of the Year award for 2024. I believe Sam encompasses everything it means to be an RVT. I have known Sam for a little over 3 years and have seen an incredible amount of both personal and professional growth. Sam is a hard-working individual with a passion for her job. She is always willing to assist her peers and take on new challenges. She consistently seeks to improve our practices by applying the knowledge and experience she’s gained from her work at the emergency hospital. She treats all of her patients as if they were her own, going above and beyond to make sure they are happy and comfortable while in the hospital with us. Sam’s positive attitude, strong leadership skills, and genuine care for her patients make her a truly outstanding and invaluable Registered Veterinary Technician.