Calgary, AB – The Government of Alberta has invested $9 million over three years in the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) for the essential Diagnostic Services Unit (DSU), the only laboratory in Alberta offering routine in-province livestock diagnostics.
Receiving this critical funding would not have been possible without steadfast support from the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association (ABVMA) and livestock industries. “We could not be more excited or grateful for the investment. This investment will allow the DSU to increase its support to meet the growing needs of Alberta veterinarians. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of diagnostic services to protect our livestock industry and, by extension, rural communities and the economy.” Dr. Jennifer Davies, Director of the DSU at UCVM
The DSU is crucial in safeguarding against animal diseases that threaten food safety, public health, and the sustainability of the livestock industry, which are integral to the economic well-being of rural communities. Animal diseases can severely impact economies by blocking market access and reducing consumer
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