About OAVT Membership

The association works for and with its members presenting a professional image of Veterinary Technicians

and advocating on their behalf for the development and recognition of the profession, while guaranteeing a

standardized level of education and experience.

Benefits of Membership:

• Occupational title protection to be called a" Registered Veterinary Technician" (RVT)
• Observance of an established ethical standard and official code of conduct
• The Association works for and with its members presenting a professional image of the Veterinary Technician
• The Association has established a Veterinary Technician register and provides technicians with Continuing Education programs
• The Association members receive a quarterly Journal. Each issue contains 3 continuing education articles
• Members also receive e-mail updates on breaking association news items as well as industry awareness issues
• The Association is a network of valuable resources:
• Registry of employment opportunities
• Annual Conferences
• Professional support and sharing
• Reciprocity between provincial and national AHT associations
• CAA discounts
• Medical and Dental care benefit packages
• Group, home and auto insurance packages
• The Association offers four levels of membership:
• Registered Veterinary Technician
• Veterinary Technician
• Associate
• Student
• The Association offers four Bursary Awards each year to a Veterinary Technician student, entering final year, who displays outstanding technical and academic ability.