Our Communities Recognize 58 Colleagues and Practices Through Trupanion Award Nominations
May 21, 2026
We are proud to celebrate 40 colleagues and 18 practices across our network who were nominated by their communities for a Trupanion Veterinary Appreciation Day award this year.
These nominations recognize the compassion, dedication, and everyday impact our teams make in the lives of pets and the people who love them. Behind every nomination is a story of teamwork, empathy, exceptional care, and meaningful moments that left a lasting impression.
To the colleagues and teams nominated: thank you for the passion, heart, and commitment you continue to bring to veterinary medicine. Your work leaves a lasting impact not only on the patients you care for, but also on the clients, colleagues, and communities around you.
Cast your vote for each category before May 26, 2026!
Award winners will be announced on Veterinary Appreciation Day, June 18, 2026.
Veterinarian of the Year
Recognizing a veterinarian who has demonstrated exceptional clinical care, leadership, and dedication to improving the lives of pets and the people who love them.
- Dr. Ashley D. (Sunrise Animal Hospital)
- Dr. Blythe S. (West Coast Animal Veterinary Emergency Specialty Hospital)
- Dr. Charlotte S. (Walden Animal Hospital)
- Dr. Debbie R. (Toronto Animal Health Partners Emergency and Specialty Hospital)
- Dr. Jenny S. (Lakeshore Animal Health Partners Emergency and Specialty Hospital)
- Dr. Kate M. (Canine Companion Clinic)
- Dr. Kelsey G. (Parkwest Pet Clinic)
- Dr. Lara C. (Clinique vétérinaire de Hull)
- Dr. Laura S. (Acadia Veterinary Hospital)
- Dr. Michael P. (Acadia Drive Animal Clinic)
- Dr. Nasim M. (Edgemont Veterinary Clinic)
- Dr. Rayna A. (Albert North Veterinary Clinic)
- Dr. Rebeccah S. (Kamloops Veterinary Clinic)
- Dr. Sepideh V. (North Town Veterinary Hospital)
- Amanda F (All About Cats Veterinary Clinic)
- Amber-Rachel M (Parkwest Pet Clinic)
- Angelene W (North Town Veterinary Hospital)
- Bridgette D (Cranberry Hill Animal Hospital)
- Caitlin H (Halifax Veterinary Hospital)
- Chantelle M (Parkwest Pet Clinic)
- Cheryl B (Cranston Veterinary Hospital)
- Christine Y (All About Cats Veterinary Clinic)
- Courtney A (Parkwest Pet Clinic)
- Emma N (Headon Forest Animal Hospital)
- Gabrielle N (Parkwest Pet Clinic)
- Hannah S (Pandosy Village Veterinary Hospital)
- Heidi W (Aspen Animal Hospital)
- Kaylee I (Valley Veterinary Services)
- Kerry C (Port Coquitlam Animal Hospital)
- Lisa N (Kennedy Heights Animal & Bird Hospital)
- Madison M (Lakeshore Animal Health Partners Emergency and Specialty Hospital)
- Melissa B (Langdon Veterinary Clinic)
- Melonie F (Westbridge Veterinary Hospital)
- Michelle B (Port Coquitlam Animal Hospital)
- Rebeccah S (Kamloops Veterinary Clinic)
- Samantha S (Kamloops Veterinary Clinic)
- Sarah M (Edgemont Veterinary Clinic)
- Sarah R (Davisville Park Animal Hospital)
- Tessa K. (Toronto Animal Health Partners Emergency and Specialty Hospital)
- Thalita E (Edgemont Veterinary Clinic)
- Aldergrove Animal Hospital (Aldergrove, BC)
- Animal Emergency Clinic of Durham Region (Whitby, ON)
- Canine Companion Clinic (Calgary, AB)
- Centennial Animal Hospital (Winnipeg, MB)
- Chase River Veterinary Hospital (Nanaimo, BC)
- Clinique vétérinaire de Hull (Gatineau, QC)
- Davisville Park Animal Hospital (Toronto, ON)
- Edgemont Veterinary Clinic (Calgary, AB)
- Halifax Veterinary Hospital (Halifax, NS)
- Harbour Cities Veterinary Hospital (Dartmouth, NS)
- Headon Forest Animal Hospital (Burlington, ON)
- Kamloops Veterinary Clinic (Kamloops, BC)
- Komoka-Kilworth Animal Clinic (Komoka, ON)
- North Town Veterinary Hospital (Brampton, ON)
- Orleans Veterinary Hospital (Orleans, ON)
- Valley Veterinary Services (Chilliwack, BC)
- Walden Animal Hospital (Lively, ON)
- Watzin Veterinary Clinic (Waterdown, ON)
Veterinary Professional of the Year
Honoring a veterinary technician, assistant, or support professional whose skill, compassion, and commitment help elevate the standard of care within their hospital and community.
Veterinary Team of the Year
A new category this year celebrating a hospital team that exemplifies collaboration, excellence in patient care, and a shared commitment to supporting pets, pet parents, and one another.