The purpose of this paper is to provide a framework for discussing the future direction of
animal health and welfare, food safety, and veterinary public health programs and
services within the Province of Manitoba. It will propose a long-term vision that will
guide the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) over the next decade. It will also
propose a mission statement that will contain four strategic themes that will be
addressed in the short to medium term. These themes will form the basis for creating
three-year directional plans with measurable outcomes.