Proposed New Veterinary Legislation 2026

The Legislation Committee of the Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association has been engaged in a review of its governing legislation, the Veterinary Medical Act, and is now seeking feedback on the proposed changes.

 

In the link below you will find a Summary of the Proposed Changes, and on page 2 of that Summary you will find a link to the Survey.  Please provide your feedback to the proposed changes in the Survey document.

Survey Summary for Consultation

 

The deadline to respond to the Survey has been extended to 5 pm on February 23, 2026.

 

We look forward to your insights. If you have questions please email registrar@nsmva.ca

 

 

 

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