US EditionB.C. Renews Interprovincial Agreement for Veterinary Training in Saskatchewan
- British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan renewed a veterinary training funding agreement on May 22 at the University of Saskatchewan.
- This new five-year deal builds on a half-century of collaboration aimed at addressing regional shortages in veterinary professionals through continued support of the local veterinary education institution.
- The provinces will provide over $194 million, maintaining current student numbers at 88, with seats allocated by province but no expansion planned due to space limits.
- Ken Cheveldayoff said the deal helps WCVM continue critical programs and research, ensuring skilled veterinarians serve rural and urban communities' health and food security.
- Despite funding, veterinarians and local leaders highlight the urgent need for more training seats and bridging programs to address increasing demand and service pressures.
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Provinces pledge $194M to Sask. veterinary college, but capacity stays the same
Saskatchewan, Manitoba and British Columbia announced a renewed $194-million interprovincial agreement that will fund the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) at the University of Saskatchewan over the next five years.
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