The OVMA Canada's Premier Veterinary Conference 2026 will be a transformative experience for every veterinary professional, taking place in Toronto from January 29-31, 2026. Every year, OVMA brings together the best veterinary conference for veterinary professionals, providing practical learning experiences, innovative tools and surgical packs, and practical knowledge that directly benefits patients.
Whether you are a veterinarian, technician, or practitioner, attending this conference will ensure you return to your clinic fully equipped with new knowledge and tools.
Why OVMA 2026 Is a Must-Attend Event
The OVMA 2026 conference stands for the perfect triad of education, networking, and the latest instruments and technologies that one can access. The attendees are going to be highly informed, and their clinical decision-making and patient outcomes will improve.
Therefore, the conference is an opportunity veterinarians should not miss for their continuous professional development.
• Hands-on learning: Live demonstrations covering dentistry, cardiology, dermatology, anesthesia, and equine care.
• Networking: Meet top veterinary experts and get to know your colleagues for the purpose of helping each other and working together.
• Latest technology: Take a closer look at new surgical instruments and kits for small animals, big animals, and horses.
OVMA 2026: Agenda Highlights
Wednesday, January 28
Canadian Veterinary Cardiology Network Meeting
• 2:00 PM: Welcome & Introduction
• 2:10 PM: Tachyarrhythmia: Dr. Chong
• 2:40 PM: Bradyarrhythmia: Dr. O’Sullivan
• 3:10 PM: ECG Approach & Examples: Dr. Colpitts
• 4:00 PM: Emergency Imaging: Dr. Raheb
• 4:30 PM: Neurology Session
Thursday, January 29
Sunrise Symposium & Small Animal Program
• Sunrise Symposium (6:00–7:30 AM): Greg Toner, Kevin Commins, Amy Ma, Michael Parent, Teressa Jonescu
• Keynote (8:00–9:00 AM): “How to Thrive in the Brave New World of AI”: Dan Riskin
• Small Animal Dentistry: Jane Pegg
• Small Animal Cardiology: Lynne O’Sullivan
• Practice Management & Infection Control: Angie Arora, Scott Weese
Friday, January 30
Anesthesia, Behavior & Equine Program
• Anesthesia & Pain Management: Craig Mosley, Conny Mosley
• Behavior: Karen Overall
• Equine Care: Jamie Kopper
• Infectious Disease Round-Up: Maureen Anderson & Scott Weese
Saturday, January 31
Dermatology, Exotics & Leadership
• Dermatology: Charlie Pye
• Exotics: Peter Helmer
• Practice Management: Tools for Team Leaders: Andy Roark
With a broad range of speakers, participants can learn and apply insights immediately to their practice, thereby improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Explore the Latest Surgical Instruments at OVMA 2026
The veterinary conference opens on Thursday and ends on Saturday, providing an excellent opportunity to see and test the latest veterinary instruments and surgical packs for the year 2024-2025.
Attendees will be able to examine kits and instruments for small and large animals, including cats and dogs, and identify the best solutions for your clinic.
Pony Serrated Forceps 19" Modified
With serrated jaws modified and a 19" length, these special forceps are ideally designed for efficiently gripping and extracting equine teeth. The angled jaws make it easier to access teeth in the back of the pony's mouth.
Equine Extraction Elevator 8”
Extraction Elevator 8” is designed to gently separate tooth roots from the alveolar socket, facilitating safe extraction while minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues. The handle made of phenolic material provides the user with an ergonomic grip and better control, which in turn leads to less tiredness of the hand in long-lasting dental treatments.
The instrument is designed to last and can endure sterilization through autoclaving,g and is resistant to rust. It is a dependable and accurate instrument that can be used in various equine dental procedures, from removing wolf teeth to extracting decayed molars.
VDF Mandibular Fracture Repair kit
The VDF Mandibular Fracture Repair Kit is a surgical instrument set that is specialized and ready for use. It is designed to effectively stabilize and manage mandibular fractures in small animals.
This complete kit provides veterinarians with the necessary tools for accurate fracture manipulation, wiring, and fixation treatments during their work on maxillofacial traumas.
Dr. Robert Weedon Spay Pack
Dr. Weedon Spay Pack, named after expert veterinary professional Dr. Robert Weedon, includes 10 specially designed instruments to improve efficiency and reduce surgical time in high-volume spay/neuter procedures. This precision-crafted kit with all essential instruments ensures optimal performance and efficiency.
Equine Molar Spreaders 19"
The Equine Molar Spreaders are specialized instruments for veterinarians to correct malocclusions in horses. They are 19 inches long and have flat, sharp, angled blades that make them effective for spreading equine molars. The round, knurled handle ensures a firm grip for added control.
Dr. Bellows Extraction Kit
The Dr. Bellows Extraction Kit is a complete veterinary dental set featuring GLux and Winged elevators with essential instruments for precise extractions. This comprehensive extraction kit is built for precision, durability, and efficiency in veterinary dentistry. Made from German-forged stainless steel, it includes:
• Luxating straight elevators
• Winged elevators, periosteal elevators
• Olsen Hegar needle holder scissors
• Forceps
• Lip retractor
• Gum scissors
• A sterilization cassette
RTR Feline Luxating Kit with Mini Handle
The RTR Feline Luxating Kit with Mini Handle is a specialized set of precision instruments designed for feline dental extractions. Featuring mini handles for enhanced control, this kit allows veterinary professionals to perform atraumatic extractions with minimal tissue damage.
The carefully selected instruments ensure precise luxation, root retrieval, and tooth extraction, optimizing procedural efficiency and patient recovery.
Extraction Kit for Large Dogs
The Extraction Kit for Large Dogs is a specialized set of veterinary dental instruments designed to facilitate efficient, atraumatic tooth extractions in large-breed dogs. Each instrument is carefully selected for its size, strength, and precision to accommodate the larger oral structures of these animals.
The kit includes periosteal, luxating, and winged elevators, ensuring veterinarians have the tools for effective tooth removal with minimal tissue trauma.
Attendees can also request customized surgical packs for their practice, tailoring instruments to their specific workflow and patient needs.
While buying customized and even solely from GerVetUSA, the main thing that comes to everyone’s mind is
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Networking & Peer Learning Opportunities at OVMA 2026
OVMA 2026 is not only about the lectures and instruments, but also about the connections built. Meet the best veterinary professionals, share your experiences, and learn from other people who work in the same specialty.
• Have discussions with the veterinary experts about difficult cases and surgical methods.
• Collect the insights of practice management to improve your clinic's efficiency and the performance of your team.
• Share your thoughts in the interactive sessions, which will be a place for collaboration and mentorship to arise.
This conference will make it easy for every participant to implement what they have learned straight away, thus turning the conference knowledge into actual improvements in patient care.
How OVMA 2026 Transforms Your Practice
Attending OVMA Canada's Premier Veterinary Conference 2026 ensures that every session contributes to better patient outcomes:
• Dentistry, anesthesia, dermatology, and behavior techniques you can implement immediately.
• Hands-on access to new surgical instruments and packs improves precision and efficiency.
• Practice management sessions help streamline workflows and enhance team performance.
Every lecture, hands-on session, and instrument demonstration is designed to create a practical, lasting impact in your clinic.
Final Words
OVMA Canada's Premier Veterinary Conference 2026 opens the door to authentic learning, practicality, and improved patient outcomes. The use of the latest instruments, hands-on training, and expert presentations ensures that every participant's learning is reinforced by equipping them with skills and knowledge they can apply in their clinics immediately.
This conference is a way to ensure that not only does your practice keep up with the veterinary field, but it also sets the pace. All your decisions, procedures, and patients are going to be the ones that are going to benefit the most from the practical knowledge and advanced tools you got at OVMA 2026.
Many participants of OVMA 2026 will opt to add learning with excellent instruments and surgical packs from GerVetUSA Inc., which are known for their accuracy, durability, and reliability. Veterinarians, by combining the skills and insights acquired at the conference with the right tools, can spontaneously raise the standard of care offered to each patient.
FAQs
Who should attend OVMA 2026?
Veterinarians, veterinary technicians, clinic owners, and practice managers are seeking to improve clinical skills, patient outcomes, and operational efficiency.
Can I explore new surgical instruments at the conference?
Yes! GerVetUSA’s newest 2024/2025 instruments and packs will be on display, including customizable surgical kits.
Are there sessions for small and large animals?
Absolutely. The conference features dedicated programs for small animals, equine, and large animals, covering dentistry, anesthesia, behavior, cardiology, dermatology, and more.
Will there be opportunities to network with experts?
Yes! Interactive sessions, workshops, and tabletop displays allow direct engagement with leading veterinary professionals.
