The Northern Animal Health Initiative is focused on improving animal health in Canada's North by providing services for underserved communities across Nunavut and the Northwest Territories.
Northern Animal Health Initiative (NAHI) clinics offer a unique opportunity to veterinarians (licensed in a Canadian province/territory) and RVTs to contribute to the health and well-being of animals in remote communities, while gaining valuable experience in veterinary practice.
Recruitment for the NAHI autumn 2025 clinics is now finished. We encourage you to check back in the fall for recruitment for future clinics.
To learn more about these clinics, we encourage you to click here and watch this video, which will provide you with information about NAHI. While the video is slightly dated, most of the information remains relevant, with only a few minor changes.
Thank you for your interest!
We appreciate your interest in volunteering and contributing to our mission and look forward to the possibility of working with you.
Please note: We are a small (but mighty) team. For that reason, we cannot always reply to individual emails and only the candidates who are selected will be contacted.
Thank you for your dedication and enthusiasm for animal health.
Questions? Please reach out to: northernprogram@vwb.org
What makes an effective volunteer?
Beyond the technical skills necessary for volunteer placements, we seek individuals who embody a growth mindset and bring a genuine passion for contributing to meaningful change.
Effective volunteers possess a positive attitude and the ability to demonstrate the following key competencies:
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