College application fees
| Step | Requirement | Administrator | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application to the CVO | Application for licensure | CVO | $100 plus HST ($113) |
| Jurisprudence Examination | Pass jurisprudence examination | CVO | $175 plus HST ($197.75) |
Notes:
- If you are submitting an application within one year of the resignation or expiry date of a previously-held licence with the College, then the application fee will not be applied.
- If you are submitting an application after your licence was cancelled for non-payment of fees or failure to file an information return, the application fee ($100), a late fee ($200) and a reinstatement fee ($200) are required. If your licence has been cancelled for more than one year, the application fee ($100) and reinstatement fee ($200) are required.
College fee changes on October 1, 2024
On October 1, 2024, the licence application fee and the jurisprudence examination fee will change to the following:
| Step | Fee (as of October 1, 2024) |
|---|---|
| Application to the CVO | $250 plus HST ($282.50) |
| Jurisprudence Examination | $250 plus HST ($282.50) |
Licensing fees
For General, Restricted, Public Service, Academic and Postgraduate and Resident Licences
| Dates | Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 to December 31 | $1085 + $141.05 HST | $1226.05 |
| April 1 to December 31 | $760 + $98.80 HST | $858.80 |
| July 1 to December 31 | $545 + $70.85 HST | $615.85 |
| October 1 to December 31 | $325 + $42.25 HST | $367.25 |
For Educational Licences
| Dates | Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 to December 31 | $250+$32.50 HST | $282.50 |
| January 1 to June 30 | $125 + $16.25 HST | $141.25 |
| July 1 to December 31 | $125 + $16.25 HST | $141.25 |
For Short-Term Licences
| Dates | Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 30-day period | $250 + $32.50 | $282.50 |
Competency examinations
| Step | Requirement | Administrator | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st – Basic Science: The Basic and Clinical Sciences Examination(BCSE) is a computer based, four-hour test 2nd - Veterinary Medicine: The North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE*) is a computer-based exam that requires one full day to complete. 3rd - Preliminary Surgical Assessment: The PSA is a mandatory prerequisite for CPE registration. 4th - Clinical Proficiency: The Clinical Proficiency Examination (CPE) is a practical exam that requires four days to complete and involves the examination and treatment of live animals and the performance of routine laboratory procedures. | Graduates of AVMA-accredited veterinary schools must pass the NAVLE only Graduates of a non-accredited veterinary school must complete 3 examinations. * NAVLE and CPE can be attempted in any order | CVMA-NEB AVMA-ECFVG ICVA | CVMA Fees BCSE $525.45 NAVLE $1254.30 CPE $8814 AVMA Fees BCSE $220 CPE $7630 ICVA Fees NAVLE $705 PSA Fees $1130 |