About CAHI

CAHI is the trusted, science-based voice of the Canadian animal health industry.

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About CAHI

Our Mission

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.

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Our Values

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

Get Involved

Why become a member?

As a member of the Canadian Animal Health Institute (CAHI), your organization becomes part of a powerful network driving progress in Canada’s animal health sector. Membership offers a range of valuable benefits:

Advocacy & Representation
CAHI champions a positive regulatory environment, advocating on your behalf to government, industry, and the public. We engage with policymakers and parliamentarians on key issues including improved access to veterinary medicines, regulatory harmonization, and stewardship. Members can also join us at our annual Hill Day in Ottawa and take part in the popular Cutest Pets on Parliament Hill award ceremony.

Networking & Collaboration
Connect with senior leaders across the industry at CAHI-hosted events, including our annual convention—the premier gathering of Canada’s animal health sector. Enjoy discounted rates and three days of insight, innovation, and networking.

Access to Key Information
Stay ahead with exclusive updates on industry news, policy changes, and market insights. Members receive our monthly e-news and timely alerts, plus access to data and tools that support strategic planning.

Committee & Board Participation
Members can contribute to CAHI’s work through our committees variosu committees. Full members are entitled to a seat on the Board and Associate Members may apply when a position becomes available. Explore our committees.

Promoting Industry Standards
We set and support high standards for animal health products and practices, building trust and credibility for our members across the sector.

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Our members

CAHI represents the developers, manufacturers and distributors of animal pharmaceuticals, biologics, feed additives, veterinary health products and animal pesticides.