
Canadian Association of Poultry Veterinarians
​L’Association canadienne des vétérinaires aviaires
Mission / Vision
Mission Statement
We support:
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1. A "Farm gate-to-Plate" system of food safety assurance in the production of poultry products. This includes validated HACCP programmes throughout the production-marketing process.
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2. The accurate diagnosis of infectious diseases and sensitivity testing before birds are given antibiotics.
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3. The viability of all aspects of the Canadian poultry enterprise. This involves health surveillance and risk assessment to protect Canadian and export consumers and provide them with safe, high-quality poultry products.
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4. Bird welfare, by providing an optimum environment including fresh air, clean water, dry litter and adequate room so that they remain healthy and in a state of well-being.
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5. Prevention of diseases based on good management practices, biosecurity and hygiene during growth, production and transportation.
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6. Continuous progress of the poultry industry through education and research, which we source, develop and share with our clients, industry partners and colleagues.
Vision Statement
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CAPV - ACVA will be the premium national resource for knowledge relating to health, welfare and food safety for the commercial poultry industry throughout Canada.