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Educational Merit Review
The Canadian Council on Animal Care (CCAC) is an autonomous and independent body, created in 1968 to oversee the ethical use of animals in science and teaching in Canada. The University of Guelph adheres to the policies and guidelines of the CCAC. As part of executing its responsibilities, the University recently created the Educational Review Committee to provide peer review of the use of animals in educational settings, particularly those outside degree or diploma credit courses which undergo rigorous review through the various bodies of Senate. (to find more please click here)
Animal utilization protocols go electronic
The Animal Utilization Protocol submission and review process is moving to an electronic system beginning May 2012. The new system, administered by Animal Care Services, has been under development since August 2011. Animal Care Services will be offering a series of training sessions throughout April and May in various departments to assist in familiarizing users with the new system in preparation for the May 14, 2012 official roll out date. After that date, all new protocols must be submitted and processed within the new electronic environment. Read more here…[link]
It is our desire to provide leadership, service and support in the field of laboratory animal science through education, diligence and co-operative involvement, while aspiring to provide the highest standards of animal care and welfare. See our complete mission statement and statement on animal welfare
If you have an injured or sick animal, please contact the Ontario Veterinary College Teaching Hospital. A referral from your Veterinarian may be required.
Animals in Research
- Animal User Training Program
- Forms, Policies, Memoranda, and Guidelines
- April 2010 - the University of Guelph Animal Care Policy and Procedures document was updated and posted on this website.
- Animal Care Committee Membership
- Provincial and National Inspectorates
- Animals for Research Act
- CCAC
- May 2012 - CCAC has launched their newly redesigned Three Rs microsite

