Atlantic Veterinary College
One of five veterinary colleges in Canada, the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) is the only institution offering in Atlantic Canada educating doctors of veterinary medicine. Since our first class graduated in 1990, AVC has been a fully accredited college and has experienced remarkable success and growth.
Over 1,700 graduates from AVC now work in private practice, academia, research, government, and industry around the world.
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We take great pride in providing our students with an excellent education in veterinary medicine. Because of our small size, we get to know our students by name while offering them world-class opportunities. We are focused on fostering innovation and academic excellence. Guided by our mission as stated below, we are educating future leaders in veterinary medicine and research.
AVC’s Mission
AVC is committed to improving the health and welfare of animals and humans through excellence in education, discovery, professional practice and dedicated service to Atlantic Canada, our nation, and the world.
Meet Roshan McGuinness, second-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine student
Second-year student Roshan McGuinness talks about his experience in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at the Atlantic Veterinary College and UPEI.
