Veterinary technician jobs in Canada (607 jobs)

Find veterinary technician jobs across Canada. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Nov 8, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 607
Employers: 86

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $27.93Across 41 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%1 listing
Hybrid: 1%4 listings
On-site: 99%600 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include VetStrategy / Daubigny (152), NVA Canada (98), VCA Animal Hospitals (95).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Veterinary technician jobs in Canada

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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
NVA Canada
Regina, SK
- Part-time
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Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT)
NVA Canada
Kelowna, BC
- Full-time
Burtch Animal Hospital is a small general practice looking for a Registered Veterinary Technologist who is flexible, adaptable, and enjoys being part of a team. We’re looking for someone…
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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
P3 Veterinary Partners
Prince Rupert, BC
- Full-time
Pacific Coast Veterinary Hospital is looking to grow and strengthen our team by adding another full time Registered Veterinary Technologist.
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Veterinary Technician / Technologist
VetStrategy / Daubigny
Quebec, QC
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Registered Veterinary Technologist - Carrington Animal Hospital
VetCare Canada
West Kelowna, BC
- Full-time
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NC
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
NVA Canada
New Glasgow, NS
- Full-time
The New Glasgow Veterinary Clinic is seeking a Full Time RVT to join us! Our team is experienced, compassionate, enthusiastic and dedicated to providing our clients with excellent service…
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Registered Veterinary Technician
Ethos Veterinary Health
Toronto, ON
- $26 to $35 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Registered Veterinary Technician | $26–$35/hour | $2,500 Sign-On Bonus
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Registered Veterinary Technician: Small-Team Culture, Surgical Exposure & Halifax Lifestyle
VetStrategy / Daubigny
Halifax, NS
Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.
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Registered Veterinary Technician - Thrive in a Progressive, High-Case-Volume Toronto Hospital
VetStrategy / Daubigny
Toronto, ON
Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.
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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
P3 Veterinary Partners
Stephenville, NL
- Full-time
Find everything you're looking for at WestCoast Veterinary Services, a progressive Small Animal clinic that values preventative medicine, impeccable care, and harmon
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VA
Veterinary Technician Neurology, Alta Vista Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centre
VCA Animal Hospitals
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
Level: Minimum 2+ years as a practicing Veterinary Technician
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VA
Veterinary Technician (ICU), Alta Vista Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centre
VCA Animal Hospitals
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
Alta Vista Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centre has a new opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team in Ottawa, Ontario. Our ICU team…
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Senior Registered Veterinary Technician (Marine Life)
West Edmonton Mall Property Inc. (West Edmonton Mall & Fantasyland Hotel)
Edmonton, AB
The Senior Registered Veterinarian Technician position has the primary responsibility of providing quality care to the animal collection, assist on a wide variety of standard clinical…
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Registered Veterinary Technician (Marine Life)
West Edmonton Mall Property Inc. (West Edmonton Mall & Fantasyland Hotel)
Edmonton, AB
The full-time Registered Veterinarian Technician position has the primary responsibility of providing quality care to the animal collection, assist on a wide variety of standard clinical…
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Registered Veterinary Technician: 4-Day Work Week in Toronto
VetStrategy / Daubigny
Toronto, ON · East York, ON
Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.
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Registered Veterinary Technician - Unique Specialty Case Exposure & Flexible Scheduling
VetStrategy / Daubigny
Komoka, ON
Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.
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Instructor, Veterinary Technician (DVM)
College of the North Atlantic
St. John's, NL
- Full-time
Facilitate learning to students in theory, lab, and clinical as part of the Veterinary Technician program.
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Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT
Eastern Veterinary Technicians Association (EVTA)
Galway-Cavendish and Harvey, ON · Trent Lakes, ON
- Internship
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Animal Care Technician II, Research Vivarium
St. Michael's Hospital
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Orono Veterinary Hospital
VetStrategy / Daubigny
Clarington, ON
Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.
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Registered Veterinary Technician - 4-Day Work Week & Supportive Team Culture
VetStrategy / Daubigny
Toronto, ON
Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.
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Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT
Eastern Veterinary Technicians Association (EVTA)
NS · East Hants, NS
- Internship
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Registered Veterinary Technician
Eastern Veterinary Technicians Association (EVTA)
Eastern Passage, NS
- Full-time
Back Added September 23rd 2026Eastern Passage Village Veterinary Hospital (VCA Canada)
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EV
Veterinary Technician, RVT
Eastern Veterinary Technicians Association (EVTA)
Chester Basin, NS
- Full-time
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VA
Registered Veterinary Technician, Dentistry, Alta Vista Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centre
VCA Animal Hospitals
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
Alta Vista Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centre has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our Dentistry team in Ottawa, Ontario. Our RVT’s are…

Eastern Veterinary Technicians Association (EVTA)

Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT

Galway-Cavendish and Harvey, ON, Canada
Trent Lakes, ON, Canada

Internship

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Job details

Job type: Internship
Working hours: 24 hours per week
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 24, 2026

Original job description

Back Added September 24th 2026VCA Canada Uniacke Lakes Animal Hospital

572 Highway #1 Mount Uniacke, NS B0N 1Z0

careers.canada@vca.com

https://www.vcacareers.com/ca/en/job/R-254266/Registered-Veterinary-Technician-RVT-Uniacke-Lakes-Animal-HospitalAt Uniacke Lakes Animal Hospital, we welcome Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) to join our team in Mt. Uniacke, Nova Scotia. This is an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Technologist to work alongside a collaborative team to provide high-quality small-animal patient care. Clinical & Surgical Assistance: Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, surgeries, and medical procedures, including patient preparation, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, pain management, and surgical and dental procedures. Comprehensive Patient Care: Place and maintain IV catheters and administer medications, fluids, and treatments as directed. Collect and process blood, urine, cytology, and other laboratory samples. Client Education & Compassionate Support: Educate and communicate with clients on medications, treatments, nutrition, preventive care, and at-home patient care. Medical Records: Maintain accurate patient files, medical logs, and inventory. Team Collaboration: Work with team members to deliver exceptional patient and client experiences. Team Training: Support, train and mentor new graduates, including Veterinary Assistants. Patient Appointments: Assist with 8+ scheduled and walk-in appointments per day. Completion of a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program, with eligibility for registration in the applicable province. Experience in a veterinary hospital or clinical setting is an asset. (not for new grad jobs) Strong knowledge of patient care, anesthesia, pharmacology, and clinical procedures. Strong technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory procedures, and patient assessment. Ability to safely handle and restrain animals using appropriate techniques. Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Compassionate, patient-focused approach to animal care. Commitment to continuing education and ongoing professional development. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and schedules.Competitive compensation that reflects your skills, experience, and the role. RRSP Employer Group Match Program (5%) to help you save for the future. Paid time off for continuing education, vacation, sick days, and personal wellness days. Annual CE Allowance. Benefits: Minimum 24 hours per week for eligibility, with flexible options. Paid annual certification memberships and uniform allowance. Mental health support tools and resources: Virtual health care (telemedicine), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and digital wellness tools supporting mindfulness, sleep, and physical fitness. Various career development pathways. Generous personal pet care discounts and lifestyle perks, including exclusive shopping discounts and access to a wellness app. Our hospital: Uniacke Lakes Animal Hospital proudly opened its doors in April 2024, in the charming Mount Uniacke, NS community. Positioned just 10 minutes from Sackville and a convenient 25-minute drive from the Valley, and conveniently near ER Referral hospitals, we ensure a balanced work-life schedule - no on-call duties, overnight shifts, Sundays, or holidays required. Actively engaged in our community, we forge partnerships with our clients to ensure the highest quality pet care. Our dedicated culture team nurtures a positive work environment, including various activities aimed at enhancing our collective work experience, from team-building events to regular feedback sessions. Come for a tour of our beautifully renovated hospital! We can't wait to meet you!VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.

In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers. Most recently, we received 2026 Great Place to Work® Certification™ Canada.

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Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, surgeries, anesthesia, and dental procedures, while providing comprehensive patient care and processing laboratory samples. Educate clients, maintain medical records and inventory, support daily appointments, and collaborate with and mentor team members.

Requirements

Completion of a Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician program and eligibility for registration in the applicable province are required; veterinary hospital or clinical experience is an asset. Candidates should have strong knowledge of patient care, anesthesia, pharmacology, and clinical procedures, along with technical, communication, organizational, and animal-handling skills.

Skills

Patient Care
Anesthesia Monitoring
Venipuncture
IV Catheter Placement
Medication Administration
Laboratory Procedures
Patient Assessment
Animal Handling and Restraint
Surgical Assistance
Dental Procedures
Pain Management
Client Education
Medical Records Management
Communication
Team Collaboration
Training and Mentoring

Benefits

Employer RRSP Match
Paid Continuing Education Time
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Days
Personal Wellness Days
Annual Continuing Education Allowance
Uniform Allowance
Virtual Health Care
Employee Assistance Program
Digital Wellness Tools
Career Development Opportunities
Pet Care Discounts
Shopping Discounts

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Keywords

Registered Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technician
Animal Health Technician
Veterinary Hospital
Small-Animal Care
Patient Care
Clinical Procedures
Surgical Assistance
Dental Procedures
Anesthesia Monitoring
Patient Recovery
Pain Management
IV Catheter Placement
Medication Administration
Fluid Therapy
Venipuncture
Blood Collection
Urine Collection
Cytology
Laboratory Procedures
Patient Assessment
Animal Handling
Animal Restraint
Client Education
Preventive Care
Medical Records
Inventory Management
Team Training
Continuing Education

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