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08/24/2026

We're getting closer to guidED 2026 in Edmonton Alberta, and the excitement is building!
If attending has been sitting on your "I really should register…" list, now is a great time to make it official. Our conference hotel room block reaches an important booking date in just 48 hours, so we're encouraging attendees to register and reserve their rooms now.

- Experts known for their roles in driving positive change
- Practical learning you can bring back to your practice
- Meaningful connections with veterinary colleagues from across Canada
- Meals, activities and opportunities to connect built right into the experience
- Optional ONTour add-on! A behind-the-scenes experience of the Edmonton Zoo!

Not ready to make the decision in the next 48 hours? Don't worry—registration will remain open and the hotel will continue to welcome conference bookings based on availability. We'd still love to have you join us!
But if you already know you want to be there… why wait?

Register today! https://web.cvent.com/event/991cf897-4671-4a7e-bbf0-90277eaa2b0a/summary?RefId=guidED+Register+Now

08/17/2026

📣 Reminder: Vet Alliance Office Hours is this week!
Have you registered for our special Office Hours session on August 20 from 12-1PM ET.

Join Jan Robinson, Registrar and CEO of the College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO), for an informative discussion on Human Pharmacies and Their Impact on You and Your Team.

We're also pleased to be joined by Dr. Megan Bergman, Registrar, ABVMA, and Dr. Margitta Dziwenka, Deputy Registrar, ABVMA, who will bring additional regulatory perspectives to this important discussion, and participate in the conversational Q&A.

This member-exclusive session will explore the realities behind prescription dispensing, the evolving relationship between veterinarians and pharmacists, and what these changes may mean for your practice. As more pet owners turn to human and online pharmacies, this conversation will help provide valuable context and insights for veterinary teams navigating this evolving landscape. While there are differences from province to province, there are fundamental considerations no matter where you practice in Canada, making this an important conversation for veterinary teams across the country.

💬 Have a question you'd like addressed? Be sure to submit it in advance through the registration form.
✅ If you haven't registered yet, you can find the registration link in the July Noteworthy Newsletter or the recent Vet Alliance Vet Med Alert communication.

08/15/2026

What makes guidED different? Here's what others had to say.

We could tell you about the leadership growth, the real-world leadership strategies, the confidence you'll gain, and the incredible community of veterinary professionals you'll build along the way.

But we'd rather let Canadian Practice Leaders tell you themselves.

Watch the video to hear how guidED has impacted leaders from practices across the country, and why many describe it as a leadership experience unlike any other CE opportunity in veterinary medicine.

You could take our word for it.

Or the word of the many Practice Leaders who return year after year.

But the best way to understand the impact of guidED is to experience it for yourself.

📅 September 26th-28th, 2026
🎟️ Register now: https://web.cvent.com/event/991cf897-4671-4a7e-bbf0-90277eaa2b0a/summary?RefId=guidED+Register+Now

08/12/2026

The reality? We know many veterinary professionals register at the last minute. We get it. You're busy.
And if joining guidED 2026 is already on your radar, there's one thing we'd encourage you to do now: register.

Not because we're worried about seats filling (though they will).
Not because we won't welcome you if you decide later (we absolutely will).
But because registering now helps us create the best possible leadership experience for every attendee.
Our hotel room block deadline is approaching, and with it comes access to preferred accommodations at a great conference rate. If you're planning to join us in Edmonton, securing your registration now can help you take advantage of those savings and make your travel planning easier.

guidED is more than a conference.
It's an immersive leadership experience designed specifically for veterinary leaders. With asynchronous learning components launching soon, your journey begins long before you arrive onsite. Registering now ensures you'll be connected to resources, updates, and learning opportunities as they're released, helping you engage in a way that fits your schedule.

Will we support those who register later? Absolutely.
We understand the realities of veterinary practice and we're committed to helping every learner succeed.
But if you've already decided that guidED is part of your fall, now is the time to get yourself on the roster and start taking advantage of everything the experience has to offer.

This year's exceptional lineup includes Aaron Shaw, Dr. Jennifer Edwards, Jason Keown, and Dr. Jessica Vogelsang, tackling topics that matter to today's veterinary leaders: conscious leadership, evolving client expectations, performance through a veterinary athlete lens, and the stories we tell ourselves that shape our experience of veterinary medicine.

Your registration also includes meals, social events, networking opportunities, and the chance to connect with veterinary leaders from across Canada. You can even extend your experience with the optional Vet Alliance OnTour event on September 26th before the Welcome Reception.
Great speakers. Practical learning. Meaningful connections. An experience worth the investment.

Come and work ON your practice - not just IN it.
guidED Veterinary Leadership Experience

📍 Edmonton, Alberta
📅 September 26-28, 2026
👉 Register today: https://web.cvent.com/event/991cf897-4671-4a7e-bbf0-90277eaa2b0a/summary?RefId=guidED+Register+Now

08/05/2026

The conversation isn't about prescriptions. It's about relationships.
As pet parents increasingly explore online and human pharmacy options, veterinary teams are facing new questions, challenges, and opportunities.
Some clients will buy products elsewhere. That's a reality. But the conversations you have today will determine whether they continue turning to your team for guidance tomorrow.

Join Senani Ratnayake tomorrow evening for a special TEAM session focused on helping veterinary teams confidently communicate their value, strengthen client trust, and navigate these evolving dynamics with purpose and professionalism.

Don't miss this timely discussion.
📅 August 6 | 7:00 PM
📍 Register through the July Noteworthy Newsletter

07/31/2026

Pet parents filling their prescriptions at human or online pharmacies is a hot topic, and one that we wanted to address. If this topic has left you frustrated, uncertain, or wondering what to say, you're not alone. The truth is, you might lose some product sales, but it's more important to keep the client. This isn't a pricing discussion. It's a relationship discussion. So, we're going to talk strategy.

Our landscape is changing – that's a fact. How we respond, and what we defend, matters. The conversations you have today will shape whether clients continue to turn to your team for advice tomorrow. Get in the know. Have confident conversations. Advocate for your pet parents and their pets. Get empowered by joining our National Director of Engagement & Practice Services, Senani Ratnayake, on August 6th at 7pm.

Vet Alliance Members can register through the July Noteworthy Newsletter.

07/07/2026

Tomorrow: Mistakes Leaders Make When Trying To Be Fair

Fairness is one of the hardest parts of leadership — especially when every decision seems to disappoint someone.
Join Lucie Langevin-Neil, Strategic Advisor at Vet Alliance, tomorrow at 2pm ET as she breaks down why fairness feels so difficult in practice, and what leaders can do instead of getting stuck trying to "get it right" for everyone.
We'll explore common pitfalls, what employees are really responding to, and how to reduce the emotional load of decision-making while still leading effectively.

If you've ever second-guessed a decision in the name of fairness, this session is for you.

Vet Alliance Members can register through the June Noteworthy Newsletter.

07/06/2026

While scouting Edmonton for guidED 2026, this mural stopped us in our tracks.
Not because we think attending our conference is a risk.
But because it made us wonder...
What if the biggest risk in leadership isn't trying something new?
What if it's assuming the way we've always led is the way we should keep leading?

The way we've been thinking about leadership may no longer serve us.
The challenges facing veterinary leaders today aren't the same as they were five years ago. Neither are the skills needed to navigate them.
Veterinary leadership is evolving - and the way we support our teams, make decisions, and meet the needs of our clients, has to evolve with it.

Success today requires more than clinical expertise or operational oversight - it demands intentional leadership, stronger communication, sustainable performance, and the ability to adapt as our profession and landscape continue to change.

This is modern veterinary leadership... guidED is exactly where those conversations are taking place, and challenges are being addressed, in real time, with real leaders keen to drive our profession forward.
Join us September 26–28 in Edmonton, Alberta, and be part of the conversation. guidED is open to all veterinary practice leaders who believe leadership is never finished - that growing as a leader strengthens not only ourselves, but our teams, our practices, and ultimately, our profession.

Curious? Learn more about the guidED Experience here: https://web.cvent.com/event/991cf897-4671-4a7e-bbf0-90277eaa2b0a/websitePage:27095f22-d5ce-4b1e-b38b-8dce5cb07f87?RefId=guidED+Register+Now

07/01/2026

As Pride Month comes to a close and Canada Day begins, we're reminded that Canada is a country with many stories, perspectives, and lived experiences—and that building stronger communities is work that belongs to all of us.
At Vet Alliance, we're proud to support independently owned Canadian veterinary practices that care for the people, pets, and communities they call home. Every day, veterinary teams across the country bring compassion, expertise, and a deep commitment to the communities they serve.
Today, we're celebrating being Canadian. We are celebrating the veterinarians, RVTs, practice teams, and clinic owners who make a difference in communities from coast to coast to coast. Thank you for the care you provide, the connections you build, and the communities you help strengthen every day.

06/22/2026

Thinking about attending guidED for the first time?
You are not alone.

Every year, leaders join us who are experiencing guidED for the first time – coming from veterinary practices and leadership teams across Canada, from different leadership roles, and different levels of experience.

What connects them is simple: a commitment to strengthening how they lead their teams and their practice.

From the moment you arrive, guidED is designed to support connection, shared learning, and practical engagement.

You'll experience:
✔ structured learning before the event
✔ immersive workshops in Edmonton
✔ ongoing discussion with peers and experts throughout the entire event

Whether you attend independently or alongside another leader from your practice (checkout our shared learning perks), you will be part of a collective learning experience from start to finish.

You don't need to have attended before, you just need to be ready for the evolution of your leadership journey.

Visit our guidED Website to learn more. https://web.cvent.com/.../websitePage:27095f22-d5ce-4b1e...

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