Key Proposed Concepts
The final concepts being proposed to facilitate modernization of the
Veterinarians Act are the result of a three-year period of intense study and
deliberation by the College Council. In-depth research and benchmarking
at the provincial, national, and international levels, consultation with
content experts, legal counsel, and regulatory colleagues, and the
examination of existing College data and experience has led to this
important series of recommendations for regulatory change. (See
Appendix B for methodology)
The proposed concepts are divided into two broad areas; modernizing
the governance of the College (which includes the overarching purpose,
structure, and authorities within the Act) and modernizing the regulation
of the practice of veterinary medicine (which includes concepts related
to scope of practice, quality assurance, investigations and resolutions, and
administrative amendments).
Achieving a
Modern Approach
to the Regulation
of Veterinary
Medicine in
Ontario
KEY PROPOSED
CONCEPTS
It is important to note that there are several provisions in the Veterinarians
Act, 1989 which remain relevant and appropriate, and where no
amendments are proposed.
For a complete comparison of current provisions contrasted against the
proposed concepts, inclusive of legislative references, please refer to
Appendix A.
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