Skip to content

New sponsorship improves access to animal health care in remote communities

It’s official – Canadian North is the new airline sponsor of Veterinarians Without Borders North America (VWB) and its Northern Animal Health Initiative (NAHI). That means we’re helping keep both pets and community members healthy.

The NAHI veterinary teams work in remote communities in Nunavut and the Northwest Territories. The teams partner with the communities to identify needs and create the conditions for long-term, local-led animal health services. This past year, the teams visited 11 communities, reaching 1,233 animals.

“This sponsorship means our veterinary teams can support even more animals and pet guardians across remote areas that, otherwise, would have no access to animal health care,” says Dr. Scott Zaari, VWB’s Veterinary Director.

Strengthening the health of animals in northern communities can also strengthen the health of local people, Zaari adds. This ensures that both community members and pets remain safe from diseases like rabies that can spread from animals to humans.

“It’s been a privilege to work with the VWB team,” says Craig Walker, Canadian North’s Director Customer Support and Community Investment. “This collaboration has allowed us to better understand their needs and challenges to provide a sponsorship that both supports the current needs of VWB and looks to the future, increasing their capacity and community accessibility.”

He adds, “Our mission is to make lives better in the communities we serve, and our partnership with VWB is an excellent opportunity to support that mission.”

Canadian North also sponsors vet visits to Kuujjuaq on an as-needed bases. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about Vets Without Borders or the vet visits, please contact our Customer Relations team.

Learn more about Veterinarians Without Borders North America: vwb.org.

Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok

 

Canadian North will now redirect you to the new Canadian North Cargo portal.