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Understanding the impact of the Cannabis Act on animal welfare October 17, 2018
With the Cannabis Act in effect today, there is speculation about the impact the Cannabis Act will have on veterinary practice in Ontario. Read more
CVO opens consultation on draft standard on humane animal handling and restraint by veterinarians October 04, 2018
The Council of the College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO) is seeking public input on a draft standard on humane animal handling and restraint by veterinarians. Read more
College releases new standards September 13, 2018
The Council of the College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO) has released four new and revised standards setting out veterinary obligations related to drugs. Read more
New College survey seeks your perspective June 04, 2018
The College of Veterinarians of Ontario is seeking the feedback and advice of licensed members. Read more
College finalizes recommendations to modernize the Veterinarians Act March 15, 2018
At its December 2017 meeting, the College Council approved 19 recommendations for modernizing the Veterinarians Act with amendments based on stakeholder feedback. Read more
College elects 2018 Executive December 13, 2017
Dr. Steven Jacobs, of Guelph, Ontario, is the new president of the College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO). Read more
Profession establishes agenda for veterinary stewardship of antibiotic use December 04, 2017
Through this second GF2 project studying antimicrobial resistance, the College continued to work with veterinarians and producers to review antibiotic use in food animals and establish a consensus on opportunities for lasting and meaningful changes in practice. Read more
College Statement on Recent Court Decision on Use of Cosmetic Teeth Cleaning November 06, 2017
A recent decision of the Superior Court of Justice - Ontario has provided further clarity related to the area of anesthesia-free dentistry performed by non-veterinarians. Read more
College articulate position on antimicrobial resistance October 18, 2017
At a recent meeting, Council clearly articulated its position on antimicrobial resistance in a new policy document. Read more
Practice Advisory: Pregnancy Diagnosis using Transabdominal Ultrasound August 28, 2017
In late spring of 2017 the College received an inquiry related to the utilization of technicians to perform pregnancy checks on small ruminants with transabdominal ultrasound. Read more