CAHI is the trusted, science-based voice of the Canadian animal health industry.
CAHI works with governments, veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and the general public. We actively participate on international, national and provincial working groups, coalitions and committees with the goal of improving animal health and animal welfare through access to veterinary medicines.
We advocate for a predictable, science and risk-based regulatory approach for animal health products in the Canadian marketplace for the benefit of all Canadians. This in turn supports international regulatory harmonization, trade and innovation.
To promote the timely availability of safe and efficacious animal health products that contribute to the health and welfare of animals, and a safe and productive food supply, both of which contribute to overall human health and well-being.
Advocate for a competitive, science-based regulatory environment
Align government and allied industries’ priorities
Collaborate with customers and animal owners to promote compliance
Ensure members promote proper use of products through compliance with the CAHI Code of Marketing Practice.
Take an active partnership role in the life cycle stewardship of animal health products
Advocate for enforcement of Canadian regulatory requirements
Provide efficacious products, and work to ensure the availability of products
Provide timely and effective responses to emerging issues which impact animal health and welfare, and human health
CAHI represents the developers, manufacturers and distributors of animal pharmaceuticals, biologics, feed additives, veterinary health products and animal pesticides.
