Veterinarians
Veterinarian FAASTsheets
This section of FAAST is focused on providing Ontario veterinarians working with farmed animals with the antimicrobial knowledge and tools they need to be leaders in antimicrobial stewardship.
Below you will find a series of information sheets (or FAASTsheet) reviewing the upcoming policy and regulatory changes related to antimicrobials, along with key tools and messaging that can be used to educate clients on how to reduce antimicrobial use without compromising animal health or food safety.
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FAASTsheet 01 /What is Antimicrobial Resistance and Why is it Important?
Antimicrobial resistance has been called the global health crisis of our time. This FAASTsheet explores the impact antimicrobial resistance has had on human and animal health and the consequences of doing nothing.
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FAASTsheet 02 /What is Antimicrobial Stewardship and Why is it Important?
Everyone who prescribes and uses antimicrobials has a role to play in antimicrobial resistance. This FAASTsheet explores the pillars of antimicrobial stewardship and outlines the leadership role veterinarians are uniquely qualified to fulfill.
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FAASTsheet 03 /Categorization of Antimicrobial Drugs Based on Importance in Human Medicine
Health Canada has categorized veterinary antimicrobials based on their indication and the availability of alternatives. This FAASTsheet reviews Health Canada’s classification of antimicrobials and drugs that fall into these categories.
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FAASTsheet 04 /“Own Use” Importation of Drugs for Use in Farmed Animals
As of November 13, 2017 animal owners can no longer import medically important antimicrobials from other jurisdictions for use on their own animals (with some exceptions). Click on the FAASTsheet below to learn more about this regulatory change.
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FAASTsheet 05 /Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship (VCPR) in Ontario
A valid VCPR must be established prior to a veterinarian treating or providing services to a client and their animal(s). This FAASTsheet reviews the practice expectations set by the College of Veterinarians of Ontario for establishing, maintaining, and terminating a VCPR in Ontario.
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FAASTsheet 06 /The New Rules on Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)
As of May 17, 2018 all importers, fabricators, packagers/labellers, and testers of medically important APIs for veterinary use will have to comply with new regulatory requirements. Click on the FAASTsheet below to learn more about this regulatory change.
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FAASTsheet 07 /Medically Important Antimicrobials Changing to Prescription Status
As of December 1, 2018 a veterinary prescription will be required to purchase medically important antimicrobials. Click on the FAASTsheet below to learn more about this policy change.
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FAASTsheet 08 /In-Feed Antimicrobials and Working with Commercial Feed Mills
As of December 1, 2018 a number of changes are being implemented that impact the ways in which animal owners can access prescription medicated feed. Click on the FAASTsheet below to learn more about these changes.
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FAASTsheet 09 /Removal of Growth Promotion Claims for Medically Important Antibiotics
As of December 1, 2018 there will no longer be growth promotion claims on veterinary drugs containing medically important antimicrobials. Click on the FAASTsheet below to learn more about this change.
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FAASTsheet 10 /Veterinary Antimicrobial Sales Reporting Requirements
As of January 1, 2019 any veterinarian who directly imports, manufactures, or compounds medically important antimicrobials must submit annual sales reports to the Government of Canada. Click on the FAASTsheet below to learn more about this change.
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FAASTsheet 11 /Changes to Veterinary Health Products
As of November 13, 2017 new rules have been introduced to facilitate the approval of, and more rapid access to, Veterinary Health Products. Click on the FAASTsheet below to learn more about these changes.
Changes to Veterinary Health Products
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