Veterinary Continuing Education
Ontario Veterinary CE Requirements
Continuing education requirements for veterinarians licensed in Ontario, with the rule sources and board link.
Re-verification pending · last reviewed February 19, 2026. This page is informational only and is dated per jurisdiction. Requirements change. Verify every requirement with your own licensing board before you rely on it.
Veterinarians
- Total required CE
- 50 hours · yearly (3-year benchmark: 150hrs)
- Renewal frequency
- Every 1 year
- Next renewal date
- Renewal date: check with your board
- Online CE allowed
- 50 hours
- Additional information
- 50hrs/yr recommended (150hrs/3yr). Reporting mandatory but specific hours not enforced. CPD Activity Log in Professional Practice Portal. Categories: Organized (A1-A5) and Self-directed (B1-B5).
- Rule reference
- Veterinarians Act (Ontario); CVO Quality Improvement Program
Delivery Limits
| Format | Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Live interactive | Unlimited | No restriction CVO Professional Practice Standard: CPD |
| Non interactive online | Unlimited | Virtual CPD events accepted (category A3) CVO CPD Program |
| Self study | Unlimited | Self-directed categories (B1-B5) accepted CVO CPD Program |
Veterinary Technicians
Technician CE requirements are set separately and are not listed here. For current technician requirements, check with your board.
Sources
- CVO CPD Program: The College recommends licensed members complete at least 50 hours of CPD each year, or 150 hours over a three-year period
Licensing Board
Earn CE with Vet On It
RACE Approved Provider #50-29055. Courses are offered as Live Online Interactive Webinars and on demand. Confirm with your board which formats and how many hours count toward your renewal.
This page is informational only and is dated per jurisdiction. Requirements change. Verify every requirement with your own licensing board before you rely on it.