Dr. Megan Bergman
Former CVO for Manitoba, 2014-2018
Dr. Megan Bergman is the Registrar for the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. She served as Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) of Manitoba from August 2014 to August 2018, where she led a team specializing in animal health and welfare, food safety, and laboratory diagnostics. During her time as CVO, she worked closely with provincial industry groups, veterinary professionals, and other partners, fostering a collaborative approach to managing animal disease, welfare, and food safety.
One of Dr. Bergman’s key achievements as CVO was navigating the Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea outbreak, which significantly impacted Manitoba's swine industry, the largest livestock sector in the province. She believes that the role of CVO is crucial to animal health and welfare in Canada and emphasizes the importance of empowering CVOs to lead and innovate in their work.
Dr. Bergman advocates for continued collaboration among federal and provincial governments, industry groups, and animal health partners, following the Animal Health Canada model, to ensure cohesive and effective management of animal health and welfare across the country.
Outside of her professional life, Dr. Bergman enjoys change management and seeks opportunities where she can positively contribute to the veterinary profession. When not working, she can be found at the barn with her horse, Urban, or spending time with her two dogs, Freya and Katla, and her husband, Tyler, at home.