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A world leader in advancing veterinary science, learning and research to improve the lives of animals, people and our planet

At the Ontario Veterinary College, we are educating the next generation of health leaders, fueling discovery and providing our expertise to improve health and well-being across our world. Discover how you can contribute to the ever-evolving world of medicine, care, scientific discovery, and community.

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QS World University Rankings By Subject 2026: Veterinary Science
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QS World University Rankings By Subject 2026: Veterinary Science
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QS World University Rankings By Subject 2026: Veterinary Science
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OVC Announces New Chair of the Department of Biomedical Sciences 

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New Funding Expands Made-in-Ontario Solution to Northern Ontario's Veterinary Care Shortage

Thursday, March 26, 2026
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We are committed to the highest standards of education and animal care. OVC is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) Council on Accreditation (COE), as well as the American Animal Hospital Association .
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The Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) at the University of Guelph is a world leader in advancing veterinary medicine and health research to improve the health of animals, people, and our planet. OVC educates the next generation of health leaders and provides high-value experiential learning opportunities through an interdisciplinary, comparative approach aimed at finding real-world solutions to real-world problems.

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