LEGISLATION AND BY-LAWS
Veterinary professionals in Manitoba are governed by provincial law as well as the By-Laws established by the MVMA. It is essential that veterinary professionals familiarize themselves with their responsibilities under these regulations.
The MVMA has established five by-laws to govern members and operations of the MVMA.
- The MVMA General By-Law No. 1–This By-Law addresses governance and member obligations.
- The MVMA General By-Law No. 2
- The MVMA General By-Law No. 3
- The Code of Ethics – This By-Law speaks to members’ ethical obligations.
- MVMA Practice Inspection and Practice Standards By-Laws – This By-Law speaks to the rule that veterinary practices must follow.
Approved by-law not yet in force:
Practice Inspection Practice Standards (PIPS)
Approved by the membership at the Annual General Meeting on January 30, 2026. This by-law will come into force on a date to be determined by resolution of the MVMA Council. Members may review the proposed by-law changes here: 2026 PIPS By-Law Amendments
Other provincial legislation influencing the practice of veterinary medicine includes:
Federally, the Health of Animals Act and associated regulations require veterinarians to notify the Canadian Food Inspection Agency of specified animal diseases when encountered domestically – Read more
In addition, the practice of pharmacy as it relates to veterinary medicine is governed by The Pharmaceutical Act of Manitoba – Read more