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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 16, 2025

CVMA Highlights Veterinary Workforce Shortage via National Media

Jan 16, 2025

President's Message: Around the world in 80 days — Part 3

Jan 16, 2025

Veterinary Practice Management: Will more veterinarians lead to more pet owners going to the veterinarian?

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

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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2025

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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