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b'The Veterinary Viewfinder was founded in 2016 to \\u201ctackle the toughest topics in veterinary medicine.\\u201d One of the tough topics we\\u2019ve covered repeatedly is the growing movement to ban non-therapeutic, non-preventive procedures such as feline digit amputation, often referred to as \\u201cdeclawing.\\u201d This week we\\u2019re excited to introduce you to the Canadian Animal Health Technician (same as US RVT/CVT/LVT) who succeeded in the enactment of a law banning declawing in the Province of Quebec. If you\\u2019re wondering, Quebec is the second-most populous province with a population of over 8 million. Not bad for a vet tech!\\n\\nHosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT are thrilled to bring you a master class in how one person can bring about big change. Leading the class is the amazing vet tech (animal health technician in Canadian-speak) Alexandra Yaksich, BSc., AHT. Alex wears many hats. She is currently working as a freelance writer, communications consultant, content creator, and relief animal health technician. \\n\\nThe story we share this week is about how anyone can overcome their doubts and fears to create change. Viewfinders, prepare to be inspired!\\n\\nAlex is a loyal podcast subscriber and decided to email us at veterinaryviewfinder@gmail.com and tell us she had a story to share! (You can, too!)\\n\\nIf there\\u2019s something in your world you want to improve or change, Alex lays out a practical, logical, and systemic approach. \\n\\nWhether it\\u2019s animal welfare, social justice, LGBTQ+, worker rights, or anything you feel is wrong or less than ideal, we believe this episode will not only inspire, but offers a pathway for change. Viewfinders, this is a good one!\\n\\nFollow Alex on Instagram (@alexandra.yaksich) or connect with her via LinkedIn at https://bit.ly/3znSCoZ.'