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Ask an Expert: "How Can Healthy Wildlife Help Protect People and Pets in the North?" with Dr. Naima Jutha, Wildlife Veterinarian & NWT's Chief Veterinary Officer

Posted Oct 9th, 2025 in Country, Featured, News, Northern Canada, Stories

In this edition of Ask an Expert, we connected with Dr. Naima Jutha, Wildlife Veterinarian and Chief Veterinary Officer for the Government of the Northwest Territories. Based in Yellowknife, Dr. Jutha leads the Wildlife Health Program within the Department of Environment and Climate Change, monitoring and responding to emerging health threats among northern wildlife populations.

Inside the Patron Pet Center: A Vision of What Animal Welfare in Ukraine Can Become

Posted Sep 25th, 2025 in Country, Featured, News, Stories

The Patron Pet Center in Kyiv has grown from a handful of kennels into one of Ukraine’s most advanced animal welfare facilities, providing care for injured and abandoned animals from frontline areas. They recently unveiled a new cat wing offering veterinary care, socialization, and adoption support. We spoke with former director Iryna Podvoyska about the center’s growth, challenges, and vision for the future.

Ask an Expert: "Can One Health Help Build a Healthier Future for Canada and Beyond?" with Dr. Richard Rusk

Posted Sep 8th, 2025 in Country, Featured, News, Stories

In this edition of Ask an Expert, we connected with Dr. Richard Rusk, a public health physician and clinician who grew up in South Africa and is now based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With expertise in the epidemiology of infectious and vector-borne diseases, he brings both human and animal clinical experience, along with a systems-level perspective, to addressing challenges facing communities in Canada and around the world.

Veterinarians Without Borders North America Welcomes New Executive Director, Janine Mitchell

Posted Aug 11th, 2025 in Africa, Asia, Country, Media Releases, News

VWB welcomes Janine Mitchell as its new Executive Director, bringing over 20 years of global health and One Health leadership across 30+ countries. As she works alongside outgoing ED Charmaine Brett during the transition, Janine is poised to guide VWB into its next chapter—advancing its mission and 2025–2030 Strategic Plan to improve lives, protect livelihoods, and strengthen communities worldwide.

Strengthening local capacity: One Health research meets community care in Gjoa Haven

Posted Jun 20th, 2025 in Country, Featured, News, Northern Canada, Stories

When Hannah Liao, a Master of Science student at the Ontario Veterinary College, traveled to Gjoa Haven with Veterinarians Without Borders, she brought more than just research; she brought a vision for sustainable, community-led veterinary care. Her thesis on Community Animal Health Worker programs explores how local training and a One Health approach can transform access to animal health services in Canada’s North.

Coordinating Compassion: VWB Responds to Manitoba's Wildfire Emergency

Posted Jun 12th, 2025 in Country, Featured, News, Stories

As wildfires displace families across Manitoba and other areas of Canada, Veterinarians Without Borders North America is stepping in to ensure animals aren't left behind. Working with over 10 partner organizations, VWB is coordinating emergency shelters, veterinary care, and food deliveries—already supporting more than 650 animals in affected communities.

Veterinarians Without Borders North America Announces Leadership Transition

Posted May 30th, 2025 in Africa, Asia, Country, Media Releases, News

VWB announces the upcoming departure of Executive Director Charmaine Brett, who will step down in September after four years of visionary leadership. As Charmaine begins a new chapter, VWB remains grounded in its mission and Strategic Plan—continuing to lead global One Health efforts that improve lives, protect livelihoods, and strengthen communities.

Voices from Myanmar: Caring for Women, Animals, and Lives in Crisis

Posted May 9th, 2025 in Asia, Country, Featured, News, Stories

This blog shares firsthand accounts from VWB’s earthquake response in Myanmar, highlighting how local partners are delivering urgent care to people and animals alike, and demonstrating the impact of a locally led, One Health approach in the midst of a humanitarian crisis.

Goats, Grit, and Growth: A Sustainable Dairy Model in Perechepyne, Ukraine

Posted May 1st, 2025 in Country, Featured, News, Past Projects, Stories

This article explores how VWB’s goat farming and cheese-making initiative in Ukraine supported rural families in rebuilding livelihoods during conflict—highlighting sustainable agriculture, community-led training, and a replicable model for economic resilience.

At the Epicenter: Why Animal Health and a One Health Response are Critical in Myanmar’s Earthquake Crisis

Posted Apr 8th, 2025 in Asia, Country, Featured, News, Stories

This blog examines the critical role of animal health in Myanmar’s earthquake response, highlighting the interconnected impacts on people, animals, and livelihoods. It outlines the rationale for a One Health approach and details how VWB is responding through a coordinated, two-phase intervention.

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Ask an Expert: "How Can Healthy Wildlife Help Protect People and Pets in the North?" with Dr. Naima Jutha, Wildlife Veterinarian & NWT's Chief Veterinary Officer

Inside the Patron Pet Center: A Vision of What Animal Welfare in Ukraine Can Become

Ask an Expert: "Can One Health Help Build a Healthier Future for Canada and Beyond?" with Dr. Richard Rusk

Veterinarians Without Borders North America Welcomes New Executive Director, Janine Mitchell

Strengthening local capacity: One Health research meets community care in Gjoa Haven

Coordinating Compassion: VWB Responds to Manitoba's Wildfire Emergency

Veterinarians Without Borders North America Announces Leadership Transition

Voices from Myanmar: Caring for Women, Animals, and Lives in Crisis

Goats, Grit, and Growth: A Sustainable Dairy Model in Perechepyne, Ukraine

At the Epicenter: Why Animal Health and a One Health Response are Critical in Myanmar’s Earthquake Crisis

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Ask an Expert: "How Can Healthy Wildlife Help Protect People and Pets in the North?" with Dr. Naima Jutha, Wildlife Veterinarian & NWT's Chief Veterinary Officer

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