| Agency, Board or Commission |
Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association Council |
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Statute |
Veterinary Medical Act |
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Purpose |
To regulate the practice of veterinary medicine and to
govern its members in accordance with the Act, regulations
and by laws in order that public interest may be served and
protected. The Council is the governing body to carry out
the Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association (NSVMA)
purposes. |
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Functions |
Council is the governing body to oversee the:
- Regulation of the practice of veterinary medicine
through the establishment of registration, professional
conduct and facility inspection processes as set out in
the Act, regulations and by laws.
- Establishment and promotion of standards of
professional practice and Code of Ethics.
- Advancement and promotion of the practice of
veterinary medicine.
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4 |
Composition |
President, Past President, Vice President, Treasurer, three
members at large who are elected. One person from the
general public, who is a non veterinarian appointed by
Governor in Council (GIC), one NSVMA member to serve
as Canadian Veterinary Medical Association representative,
who shall be an ex officio and non voting member, and the
Registrar who shall be an ex officio and non voting member
of Council. |
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5 |
Formal Qualifications |
No formal qualifications required for the person from the
general public who is appointed by GIC. |
| 6 |
Work & Experience Requirements |
Preference to be given to applicants with previous
involvement/experience in matters related to the board's
function. Experience with boards, commissions or agencies
will be considered an asset. |
| 7 |
Skills Required |
Demonstrated ability to: apply a broad perspective on
issues; work with Council members; communicate
effectively; judge fairly; make decisions; high degree of
integrity and handle confidential information. |
| 8 |
Statutory Nomination Requirements |
None |
| 9 |
Traditional Nomination Requirements |
New position to be effective when the Veterinary Medical Act is proclaimed |
| 10 |
Remuneration |
Expenses |
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Anticipated Time Commitments |
Approximately 8 meetings per year |
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Other Notes |
When the term of the GIC appointment expires, this person
will hold office until his/her successor is appointed or until
he/she is reappointed. |
