PetSmart Charities of Canada Addresses Lack of Access to Veterinary Care in Historically Excluded Communities
Lack of access to veterinary care in Canada is disproportionately experienced in Indigenous communities where the nearest veterinarian may be several hours away.
- Lack of access to veterinary care in Canada is disproportionately experienced in Indigenous communities where the nearest veterinarian may be several hours away.
- The national shortage of veterinarians adds to the complexity of accessing pet care in historically excluded communities.
- These grants are just one component of PetSmart Charities of Canada's $18 million commitment , over five years, to improve access to veterinary care across Canada.
- For more information on how PetSmart Charities of Canada is working to expand access to veterinary care nationwide or to help support initiatives like this for pets and their families, visit PetSmartCharities.ca .