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More than 15,000 pounds and $13,000 donated during our fourth annual Holiday Donation Drive
January 29, 2026
We are excited to share this year’s national donation results! All participating practices were entered to win a $500 donation to the charity of their choice – congratulations to our three winners
Throughout the 2025 holiday season, practices from across the VetStrategy and Daubigny network, as well as both Support Office locations collected food, pet products, personal hygiene items, toys, and more in support of local charities. From food banks to animal rescue charities to social service agencies, over 150 unique charities and non-profit organizations received donations. Seeing our teams come together for their communities is a reminder of the impact we can achieve together as a force for good.
An impressive 15,593 pounds and $13,201* donations were collected thanks to your incredible efforts! Your generosity, commitment to supporting the community, and giving spirit are making a difference. *This includes the $1,500 donation made on behalf of the three winning practices.
Another meaningful impact in our communities through OSCAR Funds
This holiday season, many of our practices hosted creative fundraising events, from pet photos with Santa to festive photo booths, to support their OSCAR Fund or local equivalent. These initiatives help provide subsidized care for animals in their communities, giving them a second chance at life. Thanks to the generosity of our incredible colleagues and clients, over $14,000 was raised for OSCAR Funds across our network!
To date, more than 82,000 pounds and $37,000 have been donated through the Holiday Donation Drive from 2022 through 2025.
Hear what a few colleagues had to say:
“We’re so deeply grateful to our amazing clients, friends, and team for helping us give back this holiday season to support animals and people in need right here in our community. In a time that can be especially hard for many, every bag of food and every dollar truly makes a difference.
Our custom tote bag, designed by one of our talented team members, Samantha, is part of an ongoing, year-round initiative through our Poco Passion Fund (OSCAR Fund), with 100% of the proceeds continuing to help local pets and families in need all throughout the year. Our community is at the heart of everything we do, and we’re proud to stand together for our village!”
– Kerry Craig, Practice Manager at Port Coquitlam Animal Hospital (BC)
“Participating in the Holiday Donation Drive is our team putting our values into action. It means we’re showing up for our community, not just through our work, but through generosity, empathy, and shared effort.
For us as a team, it’s about giving back to people who could use extra support during a meaningful time of year, strengthening our connection by coming together around a common purpose, and remembering our impact, even in small actions, can make a real difference. At its core, the holiday drive reminds us that we’re not just coworkers – we’re a team that looks outward and shows up for others when it counts.”
– Barbara Jewer, Practice Manager at Veterinary Specialty Centre of Newfoundland and Labrador (VSCNL) (NL)
“At Embrun Veterinary Hospital, we partnered with the volunteer-run, non-profit rescue organization Sit With Me for a pet sponsorship initiative, similar to an Angel Tree. We had a little over a dozen tree ornaments, and we had 10 “Angels” who bought different items for the dog they chose.”
– Martin Lavigne, Practice Manager at Embrun Veterinary Hospital (ON)
Congratulations to our donation winners!
Every participating practice was entered to win a donation of $500 to their charity of choice. Our congratulations go to: Airdrie Animal Health Centre, Veterinary Specialty Centre of Newfoundland and Labrador (VSCNL), and Hôpital vétérinaire St-Lazare.
To view the full Holiday Donation Drive photo gallery and result details, click here!