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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.

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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
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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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Veterinary Practice

Information for licensed members and the public about the practice of veterinary medicine in Ontario. This includes licensure or veterinarians, accreditation of veterinary facilities and competency and professionalism in the profession.

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Facility Accreditation

Veterinary facilities must provide a professional environment.

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Licensure

Managing your licence & licensure requiremements.

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Quality Practice

Supporting the delivery of safe, quality veterinary medicine.

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Talk to the Practice Advisor

The practice advisory service is available to anyone seeking information related to the regulations, policy and expectations associated with the practice of veterinary medicine in Ontario.

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Decision-Making

Ethics Resource Hub

The public trusts veterinarians to make sound, ethical decisions. Even in the most challenging ethical issue, a veterinarian must decide on the course of action that will best address the situation. Throughout the Ethics Resource Hub, you will find online resources to assist veterinarians in building their skills in ethical decision-making.

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Quick Links about Veterinary Practice

Peer Advisory Conversation

Peer Review of Medical Records

Practice Advisory Service