CVMA | Canadian Veterinary Medical Association 2026
Event Date
June 24–28, 2026
Location
Charlottetown, Canada
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe 2026 CVMA Convention is the annual national gathering of the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), held June 24–28, 2026 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. The convention brings together veterinarians, veterinary technologists and technicians, students, industry partners, and thought leaders to learn, collaborate, and advance the future of veterinary medicine. It is open to veterinarians, technologists and technicians, veterinary students, and the entire veterinary team.
The program features more than 80 hours of continuing education, alongside two signature events addressing key priorities for the profession. Sessions span clinical, professional, and emerging topics across streams such as companion animal medicine, equine, ruminant practice, one health, oncology, and professional wellness. The event attracts veterinarians, educators, suppliers, and industry experts eager to connect, explore new solutions, and stay ahead of trends in veterinary care.
Beyond education, the convention offers a trade show, keynote presentations, an awards gala, and social events set against the coastal charm of Charlottetown. It is positioned around the theme of the support that veterinarians deserve, making it a valuable stop for professional development and networking across the Canadian veterinary community.
Show Highlights
Key features of the 2026 CVMA Convention include:
- More than 80 CE hours presented live across four days, spanning clinical, professional, and emerging topics. The program features more than 80 hours of continuing education.
- Two CVMA Signature Events: the CVMA Summit, "Making New Graduates Future-Ready," which explores how the profession can better prepare new graduates for a rapidly evolving practice environment; and the National Issues Forum, "Beyond Red Tape: Game-Changing Moves for Canadian Vet Drug Availability."
- Keynote speakers: comedian, writer, and keynote speaker James Mullinger (Friday, June 26), and Dr. Betsy Charles, MA, Executive Director of the Veterinary Leadership Institute (Saturday, June 27).
- Welcome Reception & Awards Gala on Thursday evening celebrating achievements in veterinary medicine.
- CVMA Social Evening — a traditional sit-down lobster dinner at Lobster on the Wharf, a short walk from the convention hotel.
- Wellness Zone, sponsored cocktail hour, Workshop Wednesday sessions (including POCUS for DVMs and the Emerging Leaders Program), Wednesday Wedges golf, and Sunday FUN Day tours of Prince Edward Island.
Registration
Online registration for the 2026 CVMA Convention is open through the official event site. Registration is available to veterinarians, technologists and technicians, veterinary students, and the entire veterinary team.
Available pass types and rates (in CAD) for the Full Convention Package are:
- CVMA Member: $729 early bird / $849 regular
- CVMA Retired Member: $399 early bird / $449 regular
- Non-Member DVM: $959 early bird / $1,099 regular
- RVT/Hospital Staff: $399 early bird / $449 regular
- Veterinary Student: $345 (early bird and regular)
Individual Day Pass rates range from $115 (student) to $399 (non-member DVM). The early bird rate applies until April 15 at 11:59pm, with regular pricing from April 16 to June 28.
Registration includes keynote presentations, the Welcome Reception & Awards Gala, the CVMA Signature Events, over 80 CE hours, exhibit hall access, the Wellness Zone, cocktail hour, and refreshment breaks and lunches. Additional-fee options include Workshop Wednesday, the CVMA Golf event, the CVMA Social Evening, and Sunday FUN Day tours.
History
The CVMA Convention is the annual national convention of the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, hosted in a different Canadian city each year. The 2026 edition is being held in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, from June 24 to 28. The convention is organized by the CVMA in collaboration with the Registered Veterinary Technologists and Technicians of Canada (RVTTC), and each year features a local chair who helps shape the program and social events. Reliable sources reviewed did not state the convention's founding year.
Venue & Travel
Venue
Prince Edward Island Convention Centre
18 Queen Street
The convention is headquartered at the Delta Hotels Prince Edward by Marriott, which connects directly to the Prince Edward Island Convention Centre. Delta Prince Edward, a 4.5 star hotel, adjoins the PEI Convention Centre, offering 60,000 square feet of combined meeting and event space with floor-to-ceiling water views. The hotel's direct connection to the Prince Edward Island Convention Centre includes the largest ballroom in Charlottetown. The property is equipped to handle meetings of any size, from seminars for 10 to conventions for over 2,000. As Charlottetown's only waterfront hotel, it is located in the heart of downtown just steps from shopping, theatres, restaurants and nightlife. On-site amenities include a restaurant and lounge, an indoor pool, hot tub, saunas, a fitness centre, and a full-service spa.
Parking
The Delta Hotels Prince Edward offers convenient private underground parking. Self parking is available onsite, subject to charges. Additional public parking is available in downtown Charlottetown near the waterfront and Queen Street.
Getting There
By air: The Delta Hotels Prince Edward is about 3 miles / 7 minutes from Charlottetown Airport (YYG). Rideshare and taxi service are available from the airport to downtown.
Getting around: The venue's central downtown location means many restaurants, shops, and attractions are within walking distance. Prince Edward Island is also reachable via a roughly 75-minute ferry ride from Nova Scotia, and by road across the Confederation Bridge.
Nearby Hotels
The Delta Hotels Prince Edward by Marriott (18 Queen Street) is the host hotel, directly connected to the convention centre. It sits within a 5-minute walk of The Guild and about 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from the Confederation Centre of the Arts and Victoria Row.
Because the venue is in the heart of downtown Charlottetown, numerous additional hotels, inns, and guesthouses are within walking distance along and near the historic waterfront and Victoria Row. Attendees should check the official CVMA Convention website for any negotiated room-block rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2026 CVMA Convention?
The 2026 CVMA Convention takes place June 24 to 28, 2026, in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. It is headquartered at the Delta Hotels Prince Edward, which connects directly to the Prince Edward Island Convention Centre at 18 Queen Street.
Who should attend the CVMA Convention?
The convention is open to veterinarians, veterinary technologists and technicians, veterinary students, and the entire veterinary team. It also draws industry partners, educators, and suppliers from across Canada and beyond.
How do I register and what does it cost?
Online registration is open through the official CVMA Convention website. Full Convention Package rates range from $345 for students to $1,099 for non-member DVMs (CAD), with an early bird discount available until April 15; individual day passes are also offered.
What is included in the program?
The 2026 program offers more than 80 hours of continuing education, plus keynote presentations, the CVMA Summit and National Issues Forum, a national veterinary trade show, a Wellness Zone, a Welcome Reception and Awards Gala, and networking events.
How do I get to the venue?
The Delta Hotels Prince Edward is about 3 miles (roughly 7 minutes) from Charlottetown Airport, with taxi and rideshare service available. The venue is in downtown Charlottetown, within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and attractions.
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