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Call for Members: Assessment and Certification Committee
The Canadian Council on Animal Care (CCAC) is looking for bilingual scientists and animal technicians to volunteer for its Assessment and Certification Committee. Tasked with overseeing and supporting the Assessment and Certification process, the committee reviews assessment and implementation reports, makes recommendations on the assessment and certification of academic, government, and private organizations that use animals in science, and aids in the development of best practices for the assessment and certification of animal care and use programs. Consult the terms of reference for more information.
The CCAC strives to reflect the diversity of both the animal care and use community and society in its committees, to the greatest extent possible. Members will be appointed to serve an initial term of three years. Appointees are eligible for reappointment by the CCAC Board of Directors but may not serve more than six consecutive years, except in extenuating circumstances. Members will be approved by both the CCAC Governance and Nominations Committee and the board.
We would be grateful if you could please forward the names, brief biographies, CVs, and contact information of suitable candidates to the CCAC Secretariat at by April 11, 2025. Self-nominations are also welcome.