Nominations are now open for the 2026 Canadian RVT of the Year Award. The award is given to a Registered Veterinary Technician/Technologist who exemplifies the definition of an outstanding individual in the Veterinary Technology profession. Since its inception, 23 outstanding RVTs from across Canada have been acknowledged with this prestigious accolade.

RVTTC is thankful to have Hill’s Pet Nutrition Canada as the sponsor for the award. Hill’s has supported the award since it was created in 2003. With their support, award winners receive travel and accommodation arrangements (up to $2500) and one CVMA Convention registration to attend the upcoming CVMA Convention being held June 24-26, 2026 in Charlottetown, PE.I. )

Nominees must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be an RVT/TSAc in good standing in Canada
  • Must have participated as (A) a past or present Board Member of RVTTC or their provincial association and/or (B) been recognized as a provincial RVT award winner by their own provincial member organization.
  • Be involved, active or current in the veterinary technology profession.
  • Have outstanding performance in their workplace.

Nominations are to be submitted to the RVTTC Board of Directors by email to info@rvttcanada.ca. Submissions, in WORD or PDF format, are to include:

    • name and contact information for the nominator
    • the name, contact information, and designation of the nominee,
    • a brief biography of the nominee, (outlining their education, work history, volunteerism, association involvement, and contributions to the profession) and
    • a photo/headshot of the nominee suitable for announcing the winner
    • a summary of how and why this nominee meets the identified award criteria:
      • when and how did they contribute as a board member of their association and/or when/how were they recognized as a provincial award winner?
      • how are they involved, active, or current in the veterinary technology profession?
      • how are they outstanding in their workplace?
      • how do they meet the definition of an outstanding individual in the RVT/TSAc profession?
      • how have they contributed to the profession at large? e.g. outstanding in their workplace, as a leader in veterinary organizations or as a mentor for others, recognized as an expert in their field, etc.

The 2026 Nomination Deadline is April 15, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. Eastern.

RVTTC looks forward to reviewing applications and recognizing an outstanding RVT as the next Canadian RVT of the Year. The winner will be announced and presented their award in Charlottetown on June 25, 2026 during the CVMA Awards Gala

Sponsored by: Hill’s Pet Nutrition Canada

Thank you to Hill’s Pet Nutrition Canada for their ongoing support of RVTs. The award has been generously sponsored by Hill’s Pet Nutrition Canada since its inception.

Founded more than 75 years ago with an unwavering commitment to science-led pet nutrition, Hill’s Pet Nutrition is on a mission to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets. Hill’s is dedicated to pioneering research for dogs and cats using a scientific understanding of their specific needs. As a leading veterinarian recommended pet food brand, knowledge is the first ingredient with nearly 200 veterinarians, PhD nutritionists and food scientists working to develop breakthrough innovations in pet health. Hill’s Prescription Diet therapeutic nutrition; plus the everyday wellness product line, Hill’s Science Diet, are sold at vet clinics and pet specialty retailers worldwide. For more information about Hill’s products and nutritional philosophy, visit hillspet.ca.