The national and international voice for Canada’s veterinarians.

2025 CVMA Convention

The CVMA is excited to host the 77th annual convention in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia next June!

Veterinary Workforce Shortage

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

Extreme Conformations

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.

Latest News See All

Jul 2, 2025

CVMA Presents Inaugural Youth Science Canada Award

Jul 2, 2025

Animal Health Canada Forum 2025 – Registration is open!

Jun 30, 2025

Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Explores Access to Care and Pathways to a Sustainable Profession during Canada’s Only National Multi-Species Convention

Jun 26, 2025

B.C. Veterinary Hospital Recognized for Lifesaving Innovation and Deep Community Impact

Jun 26, 2025

B.C. Veterinarian Recognized with Distinguished Award for Lifelong Commitment to Animal Welfare, Veterinary Profession

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.

Coming Events See All

July

2025

Antimicrobial Resistance, Surveillance and Stewardship

Antimicrobials are a cornerstone of modern health care. However, the effectiveness of antimicrobials is declining due to the development of resistance.

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