Established in 201214+ Years of Service350+ Active Members Across OntarioSAVA Donates $50,000 to OVMA for Northern Ontario Wildfire Relief to support pet care & boardingEstablished in 201214+ Years of Service350+ Active Members Across OntarioSAVA Donates $50,000 to OVMA for Northern Ontario Wildfire Relief to support pet care & boarding
Serving Ontario since 2012

A professional home for South Asian veterinary professionals in Ontario.

We bring together veterinarians, technicians, and students through world-class continuing education, licensing support, mentorship, and a community rooted in shared heritage.

South Asian veterinarians and technicians together in a modern Ontario clinic

350+

Members across clinics, hospitals, and universities in Ontario.

350+

Active members

14+

Years of service

40+

CE sessions delivered

18

Ontario regions represented

Community Impact

SAVA Donates $50,000 to OVMA for Northern Ontario Wildfire Relief

In response to the devastating wildfires in Northern Ontario, SAVA is proud to contribute $50,000 to the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA). This donation directly supports vital veterinary treatments, emergency care, and temporary boarding for pets affected by the disaster.

What we do

Four pillars that hold our community together

Every SAVA program is built by practising veterinarians who know exactly what our members need — from first licence to practice ownership.

Continuing Education

RACE-style seminars, clinical rounds, and practice-management workshops led by specialists from across Ontario.

Licensing Pathways

Structured guidance for internationally trained veterinarians navigating CVO registration and the NAVLE.

Member Support

Mentorship matching, wellness resources, and a peer network that understands your journey first-hand.

Community & Advocacy

Cultural celebration, outreach clinics, and a collective voice representing our profession's diversity.

Community & Events

Recent Event Highlights

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Join 350+ colleagues shaping veterinary medicine in Ontario

Membership includes discounted CE, mentorship matching, the locum and employment board, and invitations to our annual gala.

Member Benefits

The SAVA Difference

See how membership transforms your practice, your career, and your community.

Before Joining SAVA

  • High operational costs
  • Inefficient systems
  • Poor team onboarding
  • Staff dependency risks
  • Solo management burden
After Joining SAVA

After Joining SAVA

  • Lower costs via group deals
  • Streamlined workflows
  • Discounted equipment rates
  • Reliable team support
  • On-site expert assessments

How to Join SAVA

  • Contact SAVA
  • Tell us about yourself
  • Complete the Application
  • Receive Confirmation
  • Get Involved
Join Our Community
Wide professional network
Education & learning
Career support
Community events
Testimonials

What Our Members Say?

Hear from veterinarians who have found connection, support, and professional growth through the SAVA community.

As a new graduate, navigating licensure and career opportunities felt overwhelming. SAVA provided guidance, mentorship, and a supportive network that helped me gain confidence early in my career.

Dr. Neha Patel

Recent Graduate

Our Partners

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