Study on veterinarian workforce gets funding boost

Oct 10, 2023

A workforce study is being conducted to determine veterinary labour market needs and to find ways to keep veterinarians in Saskatchewan.

The province is providing $100,000 and will partner with the Saskatchewan Veterinary Medical Association (SVMA) which will facilitate the work.

In 2020, the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association’s Workforce Study confirmed that Saskatchewan is experiencing vet shortages. This new study will provide information on recruitment and retention challenges specific to Saskatchewan, as well as determine which supports or incentives would be most effective to overcome those issues.

Malatest, who has been contracted to conduct the research study, will review the number of training seats for veterinarians and veterinary technologists in the province, define the scope of the shortage and explore approaches to better support the livestock industry.

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