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Our Service Commitment Read our brand promise Our Commitment to Inclusion College's commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility Council & Committees Council regulates the practice of veterinary medicine in the public interest.

Annual Reports A summary of the year's accomplishments and financial statements. Strategic Plan Strategy 2026 lays the foundation for the College. President & Registrar Get to know the College leadership.

Land Acknowledgement Legislation Reports from Reference Panels
Veterinary Practice

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Licensure Maintaining your licence with the College Accreditation Ensure a professional environment Quality Practice Veterinarians demonstrate their continued competence

Practice Advisory Service A listing of FAQs for online reference and contact information for helpful, personal service! Ethics Resource Hub Learn about the Ethics Consultations Your input is important to Council

Your Well-being is Important We care about your well being Professional Corporations Privacy in your Practice Protection of Personal Information
Applicants

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Accredited School Graduates For individuals graduating from an accredited veterinary school. Unaccredited School Graduates For individuals graduating from an unaccredited veterinary school. Applicants licensed in Canada For individuals who are currently licensed in Canada.

Jurisprudence Exam Information Resource & instruction guides to prepare for the exam. Registration Committee Public protection balanced with access to the profession. Supervision for Restricted Licensees

Licensure in Emergencies Facilitates licensure in an emergency situation. Supporting New Licensees Understand your ethical, legal and professional obligations. Applicant Fees
Investigations & Hearings

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Complaints Process Investigations and hearings navigator Mediated Resolution Programs Alternative means of resolving disputes. Discipline Process The public trusts the College to address concerns about a veterinarian’s practice or conduct.

Discipline Orders Furthering your understanding of professional misconduct.
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Subscribe to Community Connection

The College invites you to subscribe to Community Connection, the CVO Public Newsletter. The College supports quality and safety in the delivery of veterinary medicine in Ontario. The newsletter shares information on College activities, programs and resources and is circulated five times a year.

Our Service Commitment

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Council & Committees

Annual Reports

Strategic Plan

President & Registrar

Land Acknowledgement

Legislation

Reports from Reference Panels

Subscribe to Community Connection, the CVO Public Newsletter

Thank you for your interest in Community Connection, the CVO public newsletter. The College of Veterinarians of Ontario supports quality and safety in the delivery of veterinary medicine in Ontario. The newsletter shares information on College activities, programs and resources and is circulated five times a year.

Below are links to previous issues of Community Connection. Take a look!

Learn more about navigating tick season, protecting your pets from rabies, managing heartworm risks, how bird flu is impacting the dairy industry, and how veterinary teams help injured wildlife.

Learn more about petting zoo and farm animal safety, the updated entry requirements for dog travelling to the United States, indoor and outdoor cats, how the Practice Advisory Service can assist you, and keeping your pets safe in emergencies.