Information
Hours
Open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20, and Saturday, Sept. 21
Admission
| Adults (18 and over) | $12.00 |
| Students (under 18 or university student) | $7.00 |
| Seniors (65 and over) | $7.00 |
| Children under six years old | $2.00 |
| Family (maximum two adults, two children) | $25.00 |
| Pre-Vet Night — REGISTRATION CLOSED | $15.00 |
Click here to view the location of Vetavision 2024 student exhibits and demonstrations
| The veterinary profession | Ophthalmology | Animal welfare | Emergency medicine |
| Medical imaging | Nutrition | Germs, worms and toxins | CFIA and public health |
| Pathology | Oncology | Sheep and goats | Llamas and alpacas |
| Theriogenology (reproduction) | Pet wellness | Equine | Beef cattle |
| Swine | Dairy cattle | Poultry | Exotic pets |
| Wildlife and acupuncture | Anatomy | Physiology and pharmacology | "Kiddie Corner" |
| Small animal medicine and surgery | Large animal medicine and surgery |
Sponsors
Thank you to all of our generous sponosors who contributed to Vetavision 2024.
We couldn't do this without you!
Location
Vetavision takes place at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, located on the University of Saskatchewan campus (52 Campus Drive). Please enter through the south entrance (across from the Agriculture Building).
- Click here for the Google link.
- Click here to view a map of available parking lots. If you have any questions about parking, please visit the USask Parking Services website or phone parking at 306-966-4502.
Parking
Friday, Sept. 20
- Please view the USask parking lot map to find public pay parking lots. The closest public pay parking lots to the WCVM are Lots P4, P5 (Agriculture Parkade) and P16.
- Metered parking is also available on campus.
- Free parking is available after 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20, in Lots Q, V and Y adjacent to the WCVM (east of building).
Saturday, Sept. 21
- Free parking is available all day in Lots Q, V and Y adjacent to the WCVM (east of building).
Schedule
Demonstrations and special events
| Time | Fri., Sept. 20 | Sat., Sept. 21 (Demo 1) | Sat., Sept. 21 (Demo 2) |
| 10-11 a.m. | Fistulated cow demonstration Beef Booth | Reproductive Centre (18) |
Fistulated cow demonstration Beef Booth | Reproductive Centre (18) |
Rehabilitation demonstration Sign up at Wellness Booth (16) |
| 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Saskatoon Police Canine Unit demonstration WCVM 2302 (lecture theatre) |
Bovine hoof trimming Bovine chute complex (1421) |
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| 12-1 p.m. |
Rehabilitation demonstration Clydesdale Talk with Michaela Thrasher (RVT), Ryan/Dubé Equine Peformance Centre (17) |
Rehabilitation demonstration Clydesdale Talk with Michaela Thrasher (RVT), Ryan/Dubé Equine Peformance Centre (17) |
Veterinary medicine: then and now WCVM 2302 (lecture theatre) |
| 1-2 p.m. | Equine lameness demonstration (sand arena) Ryan/Dubé Equine Performance Centre (17) |
Equine lameness demonstration (sand arena) Ryan/Dubé Equine Performance Centre (17) |
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| 2-3 p.m. | Calving demonstration (CD) Ryan/Dubé Equine Performance Centre (15) |
Calving demonstration (CD) Ryan/Dubé Equine Performance Centre (15) |
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| 3-4 p.m. | Rehabilitation demonstration Sign up at Wellness Booth (16) |
Falconry demonstration (sand arena) Ryan/Dubé Equine Performance Centre (17) |
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| 4-5 p.m. | Fistulated cow demonstration Beef Booth | Reproductive Centre (18) |
Fistulated cow demonstration Beef Booth | Reproductive Centre (18) |
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| 5-6 p.m. | Bovine hoof trimming Bovine chute complex (1421) |
Pre-Vet Night (advance registraton required) Room 2302 |
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| 6-7 p.m. | Rehabilitation demonstration Sign up at Wellness Booth (16) |
Pre-Vet Night (advance registraton required) Room 2302 |
Rehabilitation demonstration Sign up at Wellness Booth (16) |
Vetavision Q & A
Vetavision is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on both Friday, Sept. 20, and Saturday, Sept. 21.
Yes! Vetavision is open to all ages. Please keep in mind that this is a walking-intensive event. If you have little ones who may get tired, bringing a stroller is a good idea!
Vetavision is geared toward children and families, so we think that most kids would enjoy it!
If you have children who want to be biologists, scientists, veterinarians, veterinary technologists, it's a great chance for them to learn more about these types of careers. Or if your kids just love animals, they especially will enjoy this event!
There will be no food or drinks for sale at Vetavision 2024. Please bring your own snacks and water/drinks for your family members.
Please note: the WCVM has water fountains that are equipped with bottle refilling stations.
Vetavision has sections both inside and outside buildings, so we recommend that you dress in layers!
Vetavision — like veterinary medicine — isn’t always clean and tidy. Wear clothing that you won't mind if it gets a bit dusty or dirty.
Wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes. Expect to do a fair bit of walking!
Vetavision is a fun and diverse event, so come prepared! Here are some items that we suggest bringing?
- snacks and water (no food or drinks will be available for sale at Vetavision)
- a sweater if the forecast calls for cooler weather or sunscreen/hat if it’s going to be sunny
- your phone/camera to capture memories!
This special evening is a chance for high school and university students to learn more about a career in veterinary medicine and the admissions process from current WCVM veterinary students and the college's admissions team.
This year, the WCVM Pre-Vet Night takes place from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, in Room 2302 at the WCVM. Please note: registration for the WCVM Pre-Vet Night is now closed.
For more details and the full schedule, visit the "Pre-Vet Night" section below.
No. For the safety of your animal and the many animals at this event, no outside animals will be allowed to attend — with the exception of certified service animals. You will not be allowed to enter Vetavision if you bring your own animals.
PLEASE NOTE: if your service animal is reacting poorly to the wide variety of animal exhibits, we ask that you avoid those booths including animals for the safety of you, your service animal and all animals in the Vetavision exhibits.
Pre-Vet Night
Please note: registration for the WCVM Pre-Vet Night is now closed. Thanks to everyone for their interest and support!
Time: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. (please see schedule below)
Date: Saturday, Sept. 21
Location: Room 2302, WCVM
Cost: $15 per person (includes Vetavision entrance fee and pizza supper)
PLEASE NOTE: you must register ahead of time for this event if you wish to attend. We ask that registration be limited to only those individuals who are thinking about or intending to apply to the WCVM in the immediate future.
A family member may accompany the prospective student, but they must also complete the registration process (including $15 payment). We ask that small children or multiple family members not attend in order to have seats available for prospective students. Thank you!
Schedule
Please note: the WCVM Veterinary Medical Centre (VMC) tour will take about 15 to 20 minutes within one of the time blocks below.
- VMC tour block 1: 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Presentation/panel and pizza: 5:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- VMC tour block 2: 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Tours
Vetavision invites school groups and clubs to take a tour of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) during our public open house.*
*Please note: only school groups or large groups from clubs or other organizations need to book tours for Vetavision. Individuals, families and small groups can attend Vetavision and tour through the college's open house independently.
Questions? Please email vetavisiontours@gmail.com
Contact Us
- General questions or comments: wcvmvetavision@gmail.com
- Tour-related questions and requests: vetavisiontours@gmail.com
- For updates about Vetavision, please visit us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram