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CVMA Contacts Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship to Express Concern about Immigration Targets
November 14, 2024
The CVMA sent a letter to Mr. Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, on November 13 to express our concerns about the federal government’s recent decision to reduce Canada’s immigration targets over the next three years—from 485,000 in 2024 to 395,000 in 2025, 380,000 in 2026, and 365,000 in 2027.
This change comes at a critical time, as Canada grapples with a significant shortage of new veterinarians entering the profession, forcing Canadian veterinary clinics to rely on internationally trained professionals to help address gaps in the system.
The CVMA urges the federal government to address these pressing needs by developing and implementing strategies for recruiting and assessing internationally trained veterinarians who can help fill the current labour shortage.
Read the complete letter here.