The national and international voice for Canada’s veterinarians.

Veterinary Workforce Shortage

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

2025 CVMA Awards

Each year, the CVMA proudly recognizes veterinarians, veterinary teams, and student veterinarians for their outstanding contribution to veterinary medicine.

Dogs Travelling to the U.S.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently announced changes to import requirements for dogs entering the U.S effective Aug 1, 2024. The CVMA is working closely with the CFIA and partner organizations to keep members updated as these changes unfold.

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Jan 13, 2025

Revised Position Statement: Castration of Cattle, Sheep, and Goats

Jan 13, 2025

CVMA Meets with Liberal MP to Advocate for Workforce Support

Jan 10, 2025

Less Than One Month Left to Nominate a Deserving Colleague for a 2025 CVMA Award

Jan 9, 2025

Position Statement: Spaying and Neutering of Dogs and Cats

Jan 8, 2025

CVMA Partners with Agricultural Stakeholders to Improve Access to Veterinary Healthcare Tools

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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Position Statements

The CVMA National Issues Committee (NIC) and Animal Welfare Committee (AWC) develop position statements on issues or matters judged to be of concern to CVMA Members.

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