Western Canadian Association of Bovine Practitioners

06/08/2026

The deadline to apply for the Dr. Murray Jelinski Externship Scholarship is fast approaching on June 15th! The WCABP established this scholarship to honour Dr. Jelinski’s 21 years of dedication to the association, leadership in veterinary education and long-standing contributions to the beef industry and veterinary profession across Western Canada. The purpose of the scholarship is to support fourth year veterinary students in their externship rotations in food animal practice, particularly bovine practice.

Eligibility Requirements for the Scholarship:
✅WCABP student member for at least two years and have participated in at least one WCABP conference.
✅Currently entering 4th year at UCVM or WCVM.
✅Externships must be pre-approved by academic units.
✅Students must receive a passing grade by the participating practice veterinarian.

Email [email protected] to receive more information or the application form.

01/12/2026

We’re getting ready to kick off something special at the WCABP 2026 Conference — and it starts with our Silent & Live Auction in support of the Dr. Murray Jelinski Scholarship Fund.

This fund was created to honor Dr. Jelinski’s 21 years of dedication to WCABP and his passion for bovine practice, students, and the sustainability of rural veterinary medicine. Proceeds from the auction will help support fourth-year WCVM and UCVM students pursuing externships in rural bovine practice.

📸 Take a look at just a few of the incredible items that will be up for bid!
🎤 Don’t miss the live auction following Thursday night’s dinner, featuring Dr. Denis Nagel as auctioneer.

With the conference starting in just a few days, we’re excited to see everyone there and can’t wait to launch this meaningful initiative together. Come ready to bid, support future bovine veterinarians, and celebrate a lasting legacy!

01/10/2026

Dear members,

I am sure you are dealing with the latest issue of traceability. I hope this new updated statement from CFIA might be of assistance to you when speaking to your clients. We are working on having someone from CFIA, CCIA, and CCA at our conference this next week to discuss the current situation.

Sincerely Jay Thurgood

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is aware of public discussion regarding the proposed amendments to Part XV (Traceability) of the Health of Animals Regulations.