Online from 339 eNews is distributed to members of the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association to provide an update on current veterinary issues and information on CVMA programs and initiatives.

The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has sent out a pet food recall on Diamond Pet Foods, due to possible contamination with Salmonella.

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) is a federation of over 80 national veterinary medical associations throughout the World.

Register before the June 1, 2012 early bird deadline to save $100 on your general registration fee!

For the first time, the third edition of the CVMA Emerging Leaders Program will accept a limited number of paid participants.

To view the video (duration: 54min19), CVMA members must log into the member-only section of the CVMA website.

Recent media attention has focussed on scrapie and Canada’s approach to managing this livestock disease.

Whether finicky, frisky or friendly, cats are the main focus for a national program that has the companion animal industry collaborating to help increase the value of owned, homeless and feral cats in Canada.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of scrapie in a quarantined sheep flock in Eastern Ontario. The disease was confirmed in a sheep that recently died on the farm.

Antimicrobial resistance highlighted for World Veterinary Day, April 28, 2012.

The World Veterinary Association has announced that World Veterinary Day on April 28, 2012 will be recognized under the theme of "Antimicrobial Resistance.”

The Government of Canada has strengthened its approach to controlling avian influenza in domestic poultry by adding low pathogenicity H5 and H7 avian influenza viruses to the list of reportable diseases.

Register before May 31 to attend the 64th annual CVMA Convention in Montréal, Québec and save on your registration fee! Book Space to Attend One of Our Dry Labs - Wednesday, July 11

Canadians have a rich history of volunteering and community involvement. National Volunteer Week (NVW) pays tribute to the millions of Canadian volunteers who donate their time and energy.

Wondering how you can enhance your leadership skills? Perhaps you are looking for a way to attain a state of balance with your personal and professional life? During the 64th CVMA Convention, two opportunities will be offered to answer those question

Following the alert sent on March 7 by the CVMA on the availability of veterinary medication at Sandoz Canada, an updated list of alternative products has been provided by CDMV and is now available.

The CVMA Emerging Leaders Program will be held on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 during the 64th CVMA Convention.

The Equine Medication Control Committee (EMCC) is looking for veterinarians across Canada to attend local Equine Canada sanctioned competitions as specified by Equine Canada to collect blood samples.

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