About Our Region

Inspired by a family member and their pet experiencing homelessness, Dr. Dayle Borchardt wanted to find a way to improve access to human and animal healthcare that many individuals don’t have.

CVO Saskatoon has proudly held events since 2020 to serve the community. Their first One Health clinic was held in August 2022 and continues to expand services and clinic capacity.

An important aspect of CVO Saskatoon’s work has included student involvement and teaching. The core planning team includes veterinary students at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, many of whom return to help at subsequent clinics.

Continuing relationships with community members and finding collaborative and creative ways to improve access to care through a One Health approach will continue to be our goal.

Services

• Vaccines

• Deworming

• Microchip placement

• Minor / non-urgent medical care

• City licences

• ID tags

• Nutrition advice

• Pet food

• Dental care information

• Nail trims & grooming

• Pet supplies

• Nutritious meals

• Programming for kids (reading, crafts, etc.)

• Toiletries/Clothes

• Legal information and support

• Naloxone training

Partners

• Station 20 West

• SWITCH - Student-based community health service hub

• Veterinary Social Work service (WCVM)

• Northern Engagement & Community Outreach (WCVM)

• CLASSIC (Community Legal Assistance Services for Saskatoon Inner City)

• Saskatoon Animal Control Agency

• Saskatchewan SPCA

• SAGE Clan Patrol

• Dental health, Sexual health, Mental health services (Saskatchewan Health Authority)