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2026 CVMA Convention: Online Registration NOW OPEN!

Online registration for the 2026 CVMA Convention is officially open! Join colleagues from across the country for a dynamic program featuring continuing education, networking, and CVMA signature events.

Download the 2026 CVMA Convention Preliminary Program

Sessions on Friday, June 26

• Companion Animal Tracks: Soft Tissue Surgery, Oncology, Emergency & Critical Care, Dentistry, POCUS-Case Studies

• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Neurodivergence

• Ruminant: Internal Medicine, Practice

• Equine: Anesthesia & Pain, Internal Medicine

• One Health: Sustainability, Public Health

Be sure to visit the Convention website for more information.

Watch this video from the CVMA Professional Development Committee!

Wednesday Wedges – CVMA Golf

Enjoy a relaxed round of golf and casual networking at one of Prince Edward Island’s most scenic courses. This optional Convention experience is a great way to connect with colleagues and sponsors in an informal, social setting. Limited spaces available. Additional fee: $99 + tax



View full details and add the Golf Event to your registration!

Crowbush Cove Golf Course

The CVMA Wellness Zone

Need a moment to pause during a busy Convention day?

The Wellness Zone is your space to refresh, reset, and reconnect at the 2026 CVMA Convention.

Part of the CVMA RISE Wellbeing, DEI & Accessibility Program and generously sponsored by Merck Animal Health, the Wellness Zone offers a calm, inclusive environment designed to support your wellbeing throughout the Convention.

Open Thursday to Saturday, the Wellness Zone will feature relaxing spaces, wellness-focused activities, and opportunities to connect with CVMA wellbeing and mentorship initiatives, with more details coming soon.

Discover what’s planned and check back for updates.

CVMA Social Evening

A Taste of Prince Edward Island

Saturday, June 27 6:30 -11:00pm

Join colleagues for a memorable evening celebrating the veterinary community in the heart of Charlottetown.

The evening begins with a seaside cocktail reception at Lobster on the Wharf featuring locally inspired drinks, light hors d’oeuvres, and classic Island hospitality. Guests will then enjoy a traditional sit-down lobster dinner, served with all the fixings — a true taste of Prince Edward Island.



This intimate event offers the perfect opportunity to connect, unwind, and savour an iconic PEI experience. Additional fee: $115 + tax

Photo credit: Tourism PEI

The 2026 CVMA Convention will be held at the Delta PEI Hotel and Conference Centre.

Delta Hotels Prince Edward - Host Hotel

18 Queen Street, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 4A1

Standard Room: $329.00 per night + applicable taxes

Waterview Room: $359.00 per night + applicable taxes

Rodd Hotel - Convention Overflow Hotel 

75 Kent St, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 1N1

Standard Room: $299.00 per night + applicable taxes

Classic Room: $309.00 per night + applicable taxes

Visit our Hotel and Venue information page for more details

The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association is the national and international voice for Canada’s veterinarians, providing leadership and advocacy for veterinary medicine.