COOPERATION WITH PARTNERS The College welcomes opportunities to work with its partners in the veterinary industry . The College regularly collaborates with the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association ( OVMA ), the Ontario Veterinary College ( OVC ), and the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians .
YEAR TWO OF THE ANIMAL WELFARE AGENDA Animal welfare , inclusive of harm reduction and the prevention and relief of suffering , is central to the practice of veterinary medicine . As part of Strategy 2023 the College Council has identified specific welfare areas as priorities . In its second year , the College continued work on its animal welfare agenda including publishing a revised policy statement on complementary and alternative veterinary medicine after extensive consultation with key stakeholders , and exploring the One Welfare movement and the potential role of veterinarians and the College .
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