
Real Life Real Impact
Real Life Real Impact weekend is a spiritual retreat geared for veterinary students and professionals. During this weekend, you will have an opportunity to meet Christian veterinarians in private practice, make friends with students from across the country, take in sessions on a variety of professional and faith topics, learn about short-term missions with CVM, and enjoy activities and fellowship together.
RLRI Canada – Saskatchewan 2026!
February 13-15, 2026
For the first time, Real Life Real Impact is coming to Saskatchewan – February 13-15, 2026. Join us in the beautiful North Saskatchewan River Valley, 50 minutes north of Saskatoon, at Shekinah Retreat Centre!
Host school is the Western College of Veterinary Medicine.
Your registration includes: accommodations (2 nights), meals, sessions, and activities
Text or email Lisa Balzer with questions at 306-261-0194 or lbalzer@cvm.org.
Deadline: Please register by January 31st, 2026
Real Life Real Impact weekends are hosted at a camp or retreat centre, and start with a fellowship dinner and a time of worship and prayer. The next day, participants choose from various talks, outdoor activities, plenary sessions and worship time.
The Student and Professional RLRI serves as a powerful spiritual retreat where you can interact with like-minded veterinary professionals. The goals are fellowship, faith-building, education, and support in current issues facing our veterinary professionals.
