Members

We're With You Every Step Of Your Way

Only the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) represents the interests and priorities of Canada’s diverse veterinarians and protects the integrity of the veterinary profession across Canada.

We speak for you on national veterinary issues

• We educate and inform the public and governments about the critical roles veterinarians play in protecting animal welfare and the safety of Canada’s food supply
• We track emerging trends in Canada and internationally to anticipate challenges and develop solutions

We help you achieve a meaningful career and personal wellness

• We help you thrive at every stage of your career
• From your student days through to your first years in practice, to managing your practice and planning for retirement, we have resources to support your professional and personal needs

We protect the integrity of your profession

• We ensure the highest standards of veterinary medicine are practiced across Canada, today and in the future
• We do this by administering national exams and accrediting Canadian veterinary colleges and veterinary technician/technologist programs