College News

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

College launches consultation
July 21, 2017

The Council of the College of Veterinarians of Ontario is inviting input on a proposal to bring a modern approach to the regulation of veterinary medicine in Ontario. Read more

College Council adopts animal welfare agenda
June 26, 2017

The Council of the College of Veterinarians of Ontario has established an animal welfare agenda that reflects the College’s mandate. Read more

College Council establishes advisory group focused on innovation
June 22, 2017

The Council of the College of Veterinarians of Ontario is seeking expertise to stay abreast of technology’s impact on veterinary medicine. Read more

Update on medical marijuana
May 25, 2017

In ongoing consultation with Health Canada about the Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations (federal government legislation) and how it pertains to veterinarians, the College has received further information related to this evolving topic. Read more