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2026 Great Lakes Veterinary Conference (GLVC)

Monday, June 15, 2026 to Wednesday, June 17, 2026

* Registration open until 5/29/26 at 11:59 PM (EDT)

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Take your entire veterinary team out of the clinic and onto Mackinac Island this summer for an unforgettable in-person CE experience at Mission Point Resort.

Earn valuable continuing education while reconnecting with your staff in a one-of-a-kind setting. Fresh air, waterfront views, and meaningful learning designed for the whole practice. It’s the perfect mix of professional growth and team bonding in a destination everyone will love.

Spots will fill quickly. Make plans now to learn, recharge, and elevate your entire team together.
Credits Price
Member Veterinarian
Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$390.00
Member LVT/Practice Staff
Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$331.00
Organizational Member
Ticket and pricing is available to individuals under an Organizational Membership only Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$293.00
Nonmember
Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$490.00
Credits Price
Attendee Welcome Reception
Monday's Welcome Reception is part of your attendee registration. To help us plan, please let us know if you plan to join us.  Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
FREE
Credits Price
One (1) Adult Guest - Welcome Reception
Attendees may register a guest to the Monday evening Welcome Reception Only.  Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$35.00
Two (2) Adult Guests- Welcome Reception
Attendees may register a guest to the Monday evening Welcome Reception Only.  Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$70.00
One (1) Child Guest - Welcome Reception
Attendees may register a guest to the Monday evening Welcome Reception Only.  Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$25.00
Two (2) Child Guests - Welcome Reception
Attendees may register a guest to the Monday evening Welcome Reception Only.  Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$50.00
Credits Price
Attendee - Night on the Green
A Night on the Green of Mackinac Putting Course! Reserved just for us, enjoy two hours with friends and family on the 18-hole Mission Point putting course with beautiful views of the Straights of Mackinac. 
Separate registration and fee required - includes private golf, two drink tickets and light snacks.  Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$35.00
One (1) Adult Guest - Night on the Green
Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$35.00
Two (2) Adult Guests - Night on the Green
Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$70.00
One (1) Child Guest - Night on the Green
Ages 5-16 only 
Fee includes Includes private golf, and light snacks.  Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$25.00
Two (2) Child Guests - Night on the Green
Ages 5-16 only 
Fee includes Includes private golf, and light snacks.  Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
$50.00
Credits Price
MVMA Leadership Breakfast
Registered attendees are invited to meet and discuss current events and hot topics with MVMA leadership at breakfast on Monday morning.  Registration Ends 5/29/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
FREE
Attendee RSVP to Staff Workshop
Elizabeth "Betsy" Charles, DVM, MA will host a staff workshop on Tuesday morning from 8:30 to 11:30 am. Due to limited space for participation, registered attendees are asked to RSVP to save their spot in this workshop. All members of the veterinary staff are invited to participate. Registration Ends 5/31/26 at 11:59 PM EDT
FREE

Agenda

June 15
1:30 PM - 5:00 PM Courage Under the Coat: Leadership and Resilience in Veterinary Medicine with Elizabeth "Betsy" Charles, DVM, MA The opening session is worth 3 hours of CE credit.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Welcome Reception Registered attendees and guests welcome.
June 16
7:30 AM - 8:15 AM Breakfast with MVMA Leadership For registered attendees only, no guests.
RSVP during registration to attend this event.
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM Courage Under the Coat: Putting Resilience into Practice with Dr. Betsy Charles This workshop is designed for staff members of all levels and is worth 3 CE credits. Preregistration is required.
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM CE Sessions: Oncology with Carissa Norquest, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology) Each 50 min. session is worth 1 CE credit.
Sponsored by IDEXX

8:30 - 9:20 am: From Suspicion to Specialist: Practical Approaches to Common Cancers

9:30 - 10:20 am: Confidence in Cancer Care: Practical Approaches to Mast Cell Tumor Diagnosis and Management

10:30 - 11:30 am: Confidence in Cancer Care: Practical Approaches to Lymphoma Diagnosis and Management 
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM CE Sessions: Preventive Care with Jennifer Lopez, DVM, MBA Sponsored by Antech

8:30 - 9:20 am: Enhancing Patient Wellness and Practice Growth Through Preventive Care: From Purpose to Practice

9:30 - 10:20 am: Enhancing Patient Wellness and Practice Growth Through Preventive Care cont. and No More Ruff Guesses: Unleashing the Precision of AI Diagnostics

10:30 - 11:30 am: No More Ruff Guesses: Unleashing the Precision of AI Diagnostics cont.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Lunch For registered attendees only.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CE Sessions: Cytology with Rick Alleman, DVM Sponsored by IDEXX

1:00 - 1:50 pm: The Do's and Don’ts of Cytology: Sample collection, slide preparation, and basic interpretation.

2:00 - 2:50 pm: The Cytological Criteria for Malignancy

3:00 - 4:00 pm: Evaluation of Urine Sediment With & Without Your Microscope
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CE Sessions: Microbiology and Diagnostic with Meera Surendran-Nair, DVM, MS, MSCTR, Ph.D. DACV Sponsored by Antech

1:00 - 1:50 pm: MIC Drop: Results to Boost Your Diagnostics Game

2:00 - 2:50 pm: MIC Drop cont. and Urine the Right Place: A UTI Deep Dive with Microbiology that Matters

3:00 - 4:00 pm: Urine the Right Place cont.
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM GLVC Offsite Social Event All attendees and registered guests welcome. Separate ticket purchase required. 
June 17
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM CE Sessions: Hematology with Rick Alleman, DVM Sponsored by IDEXX

8:30 - 9:20 am: Significant Abnormalities in the Hemogram - Part 1: The numbers.

9:30 - 10:20 am: Significant Abnormalities in the Hemogram - Part 2: Detecting abnormal cell morphology with and without your microscope.

10:30 - 11:30 am: Hematology Case Challenges
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM CE Sessions: Preventative Care with Lindsay Avila-Bourne, DVM Sponsored by IDEXX

8:30 - 9:20 am: Paws and Effect: Sample Preparation Practices for the Most Accurate Results

9:30 - 10:20 am: Maximizing the Minimum Database with In-House Diagnostics: What's Up with that Reference Interval?

10:30 - 11:30 am: Laser Therapy for Busy Clinics: Less Drama, More Trauma Healing
HOTEL INFORMATION

MVMA's group room block is reserved for registered GLVC attendees. Additional rooms held at our discounted group rate for invited family and friends is prohibited. 

Mission Point Resort
One Lakeshore Drive
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
www.missionpoint.com 

Recently recognized as one of the Midwest's exceptional travel destinations by
Midwest Living.

Discounted block ends: Friday, May 15, 2026

Reservations by phone: 800.833.7711

Room Rates: 

Main Lodge Double (two doubles) $369/night
Main Lodge King (single) $399/night
Main Lodge Two Room Family Suite $469/night
Straits Lodge Double or King $359/night
Straits Lodge Two Room Family Suite $469/night

The rates listed above do not include taxes and fees: 

  • 6% State sales tax
  • 3% Mackinac Island City Assessment
  • 10% Hotel Levy
  • $6 Luggage transfer fees (per person)

Rates are for double occupancy only, unless otherwise noted at the time of reservation. An additional $25 per person charge applies after two (2) adults.
A deposit of one night's room charges is required to confirm reservation. Contact Mission Point for additional information. 

FERRY INFORMATION

Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry
800.828.6157

Visit www.sheplersferry.com to purchase tickets in advance. To ensure you receive the discounted rate, use the promotion codes listed below.
If purchasing tickets at the time of arrival, reference Great Lakes Veterinary Conference.

Ferry Fees (plus $2 per person booking fee):

  • $32/adult (Use code: 06vets26)
  • $21/child (ages 5-12) (Use code: Child26)

Overnight parking is arranged at the time of arrival. All options are self-parking and vary between Mackinaw City and St. Ignace. Shepler's provides shuttle service to and from the off-site lots at both locations. 

Welcome Reception
Monday, June 15, 5:30 - 6:30pm

Join colleagues, staff and sponsors on Mission Point Resort's Promenade Deck. This tented rooftop pavilion overlooks Mission Point's Great Lawn and comes with the most stunning view of the Straits of Mackinac. 
This event is included with conference registration fees. A separate fee applies for guests.

  • Adult Guest - $35/person
  • Child Guest (5-16 years) - $25/person

Night on the Greens of Mackinac Putting Course (private)
Tuesday, June 16, 7 - 9pm

Two hours - reserved just for us! Spend an evening with friends and family on the 18-hole Mission Point putting course with the beautiful views of the Straits of Mackinac. 

Your guest/s are welcome. Separate registration and fee applies. Purchase includes private golf, two drink tickets per person ad light snacks. 

  • Adult - $35/person
  • Child (5-16 years) - $25/person

Should weather keep us from holding this function, MVMA will issue appropriate refunds. 

Elevate Your Entire Veterinary Team This Summer at Mission Point Resort on Mackinac Island!

15 total in-person CE credits offered

RACE accreditation is being sought for this event.