The national and international voice for Canada’s veterinarians.

Extreme Confirmations

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.

Veterinary Workforce Shortage

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

2023 CVMA Convention

The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) is excited to celebrate its 75th anniversary in the historic Quebec City next July.

Latest News See All

Mar 29, 2023

Points of Light National Volunteer Week — April 16 to 22, 2023

Mar 24, 2023

The CCAC Publishes New Wildlife Guidelines

Mar 22, 2023

Registration is now open for the 2023 Virtual Animal Welfare Assessment Contest

Mar 22, 2023

Share your thoughts: Consultation on proposed changes to Part XV of the Health of Animals Regulations (Identification and Traceability)

Mar 22, 2023

2023 Sir James Dunn Animal Welfare Centre Webinar Series

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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March

2023

COVID-19

The CVMA wants to reassure members that their national association will continue to bring veterinarians the most current information to protect their clients, teams, and families.

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