Koji Aoki, BVSc, DACVS 

Sarah Armstrong, DVM

Elizabeth Bellavance, MBA, CEPA, DVM

Alexandra Frey Belotta, MSc, Phd,  DVM, DACVR

Fraser Davidson, BVSc

Liz Meiman, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology)

Conny Mosley, CVA, DVM, DACVAA

Kevin Ponte

James Sudhoff, BSc, DVM

Greg Toner, CPA, CA, TEP, CLU 

Greta VanDeventer, DVM, DACVS

SBCV 2025 Fall Conference & Trade Show  (In-Person with Remote Component)

The SBCV is a leader in providing BC veterinarians with what they need — when they need it. We introduce novel programs and undertake new activities to meet the expressed needs of BC veterinarians, including professional issues management, trends analysis and responses, personal health and wellness, BC business practices and legal information, and practice management assistance, as well as the economic benefits of membership.Enjoy all the benefits of membership, including a 50% discount on our Spring Sunday CE Sessions, Fall Conference & Trade Show, and our classified ads. To become a member today, please call 604.406.3713 or email us at sbcvchapter@gmail.com.

SBCV Society of BC Veterinarians

The SBCV Fall Conference & Trade Show offers 15 hours of CVBC-approved CE. Five sessions, five topics - all developed for BC veterinarians.

Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel

The SBCV 2025 Fall Conference &amp; Trade Show takes place in-person on Friday, November 7; Saturday, November 8; and Sunday, November 9, 2025 at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel at 7551 Westminster Highway, Richmond, BC V6X 1A3. CE sessions are offered in-person, however for those who wish to attend remotely, we provide tickets for real-time Zoom attendance (these sessions are not recorded, real-time participation is encouraged). Click <a href="https://www.canadianveterinarians.net/sbcv/sbcv-pdf-resources/2025-fall-conference-trade-show-program/" title="https://www.canadianveterinarians.net/sbcv/sbcv-pdf-resources/2025-fall-conference-trade-show-program/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a> for the program.To book your hotel room, <a href="https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1760481400218&amp;key=GRP&amp;dtt=true&amp;app=resvlink" title="https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1760481400218&amp;key=GRP&amp;dtt=true&amp;app=resvlink" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">please click here</a>. There is a one-day only Trade Show on Saturday, November 8, 2025. We encourage those attending on Saturday to visit our marvelous industry partners who support our conference. IMPORTANT NOTICE:IN-PERSON CATEGORY: If you are purchasing a ticket for the in-person event, your ticket is only valid for in-person attendance.Parking Instruction for In-Person Attendees:On-site parking is available at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel at $2.75 per hour. Use the code SR12 on the meter and select "Special Rate" for this price. For guests who are staying at the hotel, the parking is $11.19 per day. Cars can be parked anywhere on the surface lot or in the parkade.REMOTE CATEGORY: If you are purchasing a ticket for remote attendance, your ticket is only valid for remote attendance. Each ticket buyer MUST register with a unique email address - you cannot use an email address used by your practice or shared with any other person who is also registered to attend. If you are registering multiple individuals, please use a unique email address for each person.RVT/AHT LUNCH AND LEARN TICKET: This ticket is only for RVT/AHT to attend the Delegation of Care to Animal Health Technologists, on Sunday, November 9, 2025, from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm, in person or remote. This ticket does not provide access to the morning session. For in-person attendees, the ticket includes lunch hosted by AVP, starting at 12:30 pm.NON-VETERINARIAN STAFF: As an exclusive benefit of membership, SBCV members can purchase staff tickets (cannot be for other veterinarians but can be for technicians, assistants, managers) at a 33% discount off the member price. These tickets are available for Saturday or Sunday attendance and include refreshments and lunch. If you are interested in this option, send an email to sbcvchapter2@gmail.com or contact us at 604.283.6220 to get the discount code.Prices for veterinarian tickets are "per day" and there are no discounts if you do not wish to take a morning or an afternoon session. There are no refunds for any reason unless SBCV cancels the event. There is no price difference between in-person and remote attendance as there are specific costs associated with each category.CE certificates are issued in hard copy for in-person attendees and by email for remote ticket holders. You can earn up to 15 CVBC-approved CE hours during the SBCV 2025 Fall Conference &amp; Trade Show.Any notes or presentations from presenters are posted online as we receive them. Ticket holders will receive the link for these notes before the event. Should you wish a printed copy, please print them yourself before the event.SBCV ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM) IN-PERSON AND REMOTE: SBCV members are invited to attend our Annual General Meeting on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 5:30 pm. In-person attendance is in the Elmbridge Room, and remote attendance will be done via Zoom (members MUST pre-register). This is a different link than for any CE session. There is no charge to attend the AGM. You MUST use your real name as your display name when you register for remote attendance.

Friday, November 7

Generously sponsored by TD. This session will focus on succession planning, practice acquisition, and the process of starting or buying a veterinary practice, targeting recent graduates and mid-career veterinarians interested in ownership. Speakers will explore the complexities of purchasing an existing practice versus launching a new one, providing insights into current market trends, seller priorities, and the step-by-step process of practice acquisition. Additionally, the session will provide an overview of bank financing options, including strategies for securing funds for expansion and equipment purchases, while clarifying loan types, qualification criteria, and the application process. The goal is to empower veterinarians to make informed financial decisions and build strong relationships with lenders. Speakers will also emphasize that, to purchase a practice, veterinarians do not need to be experts in every area—successful owners build a supportive team of professionals.

Round Table: Building or Buying A Veterinary Practice (3 CE credits)

Saturday, November 8

Generously sponsored by VetStrategy. This session will explore soft tissue procedures and the use of diagnostic images in veterinary medicine. It will begin with strategies for identifying and managing intestinal foreign bodies and obstructions, including the use of abdominal ultrasound and radiographs to identify obstructions. The discussion will then move to surgical techniques for intestinal surgery, with a focus on diagnosing and managing complications. Speakers will explore the challenges of GDV—from diagnosis to surgery and other solutions—and cover the essentials of splenic tumors, including types of imaging and their limitations, and tips on splenectomies.


Soft Tissue Surgery and Diagnostic Imaging (3 CE credits)

Generously sponsored by True North Veterinary Diagnostics.
This session on pain management and arthritis explores chronic pain as a complex challenge in veterinary medicine. New developments in osteoarthritis research call for a fundamental change in its management—emphasizing prevention, early diagnosis, and timely intervention. This proactive approach aims to slow joint deterioration, prevent compensatory muscle changes, and minimize the development of chronic pain syndromes. The overall impact of chronic pain on a pet's health and emotional well-being plays a significant role in treatment outcomes. Treatment plans, including integrative options, should be tailored to the individual patient's pain level and disease stage, with thorough assessments guiding decision-making. Educating and communicating effectively with pet owners is crucial for building a strong, trusting relationship—key to managing this challenging long-term disease successfully.


Pain Management and Arthritis (3 CE credits)

This is a one-day only Trade Show on Saturday, November 8, 2025. This is the best opportunity for BC veterinarians to meet colleagues and chat with our industry partners. We encourage those attending on Saturday to visit our marvelous industry partners who support our conference.


Trade Show

AGM Registration with Wine and Cheese for SBCV Members. Generously sponsored by NVA Canada

AGM Registration with Wine and Cheese for SBCV Members

AGM is open to SBCV members only. Members attending the entire AGM (in-person or remotely) will be entered into a draw for a $250 RBC Visa gift card. 

Annual General Meeting of SBCV

Sunday, November 9

Generously sponsored by Associated Veterinary Purchasing Co. Ltd. 
This session will address the complex challenges of diagnosing and treating canine patients with “wonky back ends” by comparing the nuances of both neurological and orthopedic assessments. Attendees will learn to distinguish between these approaches when evaluating hind end lameness and gait issues. The session will cover the components of a neurologic examination and how to localize a lesion within the nervous system, comparing and contrasting these evaluations with orthopedic conditions. Video footage of gait analysis cases will allow attendees to test their skills, building confidence in recognizing patterns of neurologic versus orthopedic weaknesses. The speakers will also review the mechanics of the orthopedic exam of the hind end and share tips for differentiating orthopedic from neurologic causes of pelvic limb gait abnormalities.

Wonky Back Ends: Neurological or Orthopedic? (4 CE credits)

Join us for a delicious lunch hosted by our friends at AVP. Their kind staff will share valuable insights, including AVP exclusive programs and opportunities to enhance your practice. This is a wonderful collegial opportunity to learn over a delicious meal. Lunch is included as part of the all-day ticket; lunch tickets are not sold separately.

Lunch

Generously sponsored by Associated Veterinary Purchasing Co. Ltd. 
This session addresses how animal health technologists can be used to their fullest potential by interpreting the legislative framework of the CVBC bylaws and exploring the boundaries of clinical applications that can be delegated to them in practice. Learning outcomes include understanding the extensive scope of training that animal health technologists receive, understanding the meaning of the “registered” designation, defining “supervision” as used in the CVBC bylaws, and differentiating procedures that can be delegated at each level of supervision (direct personal, direct, and indirect). The session will demonstrate strategies to expand the in-clinic utilization of technologists within their full scope of practice (e.g., anesthesia, dentistry) while staying within regulatory parameters and ensuring appropriate competence and experience. 

Delegation of Care to Animal Health Technologists (2 CE credits)

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