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Veterinary Profession Act

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The Veterinary Profession Act (VPA) establishes the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association (ABVMA) as the self-governing professional regulatory organization that is responsible for the... More ≫

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The Veterinary Profession Act (VPA) establishes the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association (ABVMA) as the self-governing professional regulatory organization that is responsible for the registration, licensure, regulation and discipline of registered veterinarians and animal health technologists in Alberta. The VPA sets out the scope of veterinary practice for ABVMA members and contains provisions regarding membership application, registration, practice review, conduct and discipline.

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Meat facility standards [2022]

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Describes the conditions under which meat is slaughtered, processed, stored and transported to ensure food safety. The Meat Facility Standards is a policy document legislated by the Meat... More ≫

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Describes the conditions under which meat is slaughtered, processed, stored and transported to ensure food safety. The Meat Facility Standards is a policy document legislated by the Meat Inspection Regulation, which requires the licensed operator to comply with the MFS. It describes the minimum regulatory requirements for the facility environment and for food production controls.

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Veterinary Profession General Regulation

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The Regulation sets out rules around membership eligibility, registration, ethics, continuing competency and practice standards for ABVMA members.

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Farm and ranch workplace legislation recommendations report : report to Ministers, Technical Working Group : review of existing health related requirements in the Occupational Health and Safety Code

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Government is consulting with the agricultural community to draft workplace amendments that reflect the unique nature of farms and ranches. The technical working groups 3 & 4 considered the... More ≫

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Government is consulting with the agricultural community to draft workplace amendments that reflect the unique nature of farms and ranches. The technical working groups 3 & 4 considered the applicability of parts 1-29 of the Occupational Health and Safety Code with the unique considerations of farm and ranch work. They have submitted their reports and recommendations outlining how provincial legislation could apply to farms and ranches. This report was submitted to: Minister Carlier (Agriculture and Forestry), and Minister Gray (Labour).

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Farm and ranch workplace legislation recommendations report : report to Ministers, Technical Working Group 6 : review of occupational health and safety education, training resources and certifications technical working group

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This working group assisted with a review of the current OHS education and training tools available for farms and ranches, and provided recommendations on which education, training, and... More ≫

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This working group assisted with a review of the current OHS education and training tools available for farms and ranches, and provided recommendations on which education, training, and certification requirements the agriculture sector will be able to use or find useful. They have completed their work and provided recommendations to government. This report was submitted to: Minister Carlier (Agriculture and Forestry), and Minister Gray (Labour).

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Farm and ranch workplace legislation recommendations report : report to Ministers, Technical Working Group : review of existing health related requirements in the Occupational Health and Safety Code

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Government is consulting with the agricultural community to draft workplace amendments that reflect the unique nature of farms and ranches. The technical working groups 3 & 4 considered the... More ≫

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Government is consulting with the agricultural community to draft workplace amendments that reflect the unique nature of farms and ranches. The technical working groups 3 & 4 considered the applicability of parts 1-29 of the Occupational Health and Safety Code with the unique considerations of farm and ranch work. They have submitted their reports and recommendations outlining how provincial legislation could apply to farms and ranches. This report was submitted to: Minister Carlier (Agriculture and Forestry), and Minister Gray (Labour).

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Farm and ranch workplace legislation recommendations report : report to Ministers, Technical Working Group 5 : Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) : best practices in agriculture

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This working group assisted with the review of current best practices related to healthy and safe operations on farms and ranches, and provided advice, suggestions, and recommendations on the best... More ≫

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This working group assisted with the review of current best practices related to healthy and safe operations on farms and ranches, and provided advice, suggestions, and recommendations on the best practices prevalent in the agricultural sector. They have completed their work and provided recommendations to government. This report was submitted to: Minister Carlier (Agriculture and Forestry), and Minister Gray (Labour).

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Farm and ranch workplace legislation recommendations report : report to Ministers, Technical Working Group : labour relations code

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Government is consulting with the agricultural community to draft workplace amendments that reflect the unique nature of farms and ranches. The technical working groups studying employment... More ≫

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Government is consulting with the agricultural community to draft workplace amendments that reflect the unique nature of farms and ranches. The technical working groups studying employment standards and labour relations have submitted their reports and recommendations outlining how provincial legislation could apply to farms and ranches. This report was submitted to: Minister Carlier (Agriculture and Forestry), and Minister Gray (Labour).

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Farm and ranch workplace legislation recommendations report : report to Ministers, Technical Working Group : employment standards code

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Government is consulting with the agricultural community to draft workplace amendments that reflect the unique nature of farms and ranches. The technical working groups studying employment... More ≫

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Government is consulting with the agricultural community to draft workplace amendments that reflect the unique nature of farms and ranches. The technical working groups studying employment standards and labour relations have submitted their reports and recommendations outlining how provincial legislation could apply to farms and ranches. This report was submitted to: Minister Carlier (Agriculture and Forestry), and Minister Gray (Labour).

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Human resources essentials - Explore local

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Workshop material used at a one-day workshop on human resource management through the lens of the specific challenges faced by Alberta's agri-food entrepreneurs.

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