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2026 CVMA Convention

Join us in beautiful Charlottetown, PEI for the CVMA Convention, taking place from June 24 to 28.

Veterinary Workforce Shortage

A severe shortage of veterinary professionals is negatively impacting the health and well-being of the veterinary workforce

Extreme Conformations

Certain animals are being bred to have extreme conformations. Their use in marketing and as pets to celebrities has increased public interest, resulting in excessive and often less selective breeding to meet market demand.

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Apr 13, 2026

Under development: Competence Assessment for Limited Practice for experienced Internationally Educated Veterinarians in Production Animal, Companion Animal, and Equine Practice

Apr 13, 2026

Council on Education Site Visitor Application

Apr 3, 2026

The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Raises Concern over Temporary Lifting of Ban on Strychnine for Population Control of Richardson’s Ground Squirrels

Mar 4, 2026

2026 CVMA Convention: Online Registration is NOW OPEN!

Mar 4, 2026

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE: What has the CVMA done for me lately? Well, let me tell you...

Veterinarians in the Media See All

Veterinarians can play an important role in educating the public through media interviews. Here you can read articles featuring veterinarians that have recently appeared in the news.

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2026

Antimicrobial Resistance, Surveillance and Stewardship

Antimicrobials are a cornerstone of modern health care. However, the effectiveness of antimicrobials is declining due to the development of resistance.

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