CAHSS brings together and uses data-driven information to demonstrate animal health, minimize impacts of disease, and guide planning on national animal health priorities.
Our Philosophy
CAHSS is a network of animal health surveillance networks. Individual network groups are self-organizing and linked through CAHSS by shared purpose and principles.
Core Principles
A shared national vision leading to effective, responsive, integrated animal health surveillance in Canada.
Principles of Practice
Support the protection of animal health, public health, and economic prosperity
Accept the use of farmed animals in agriculture
Consider the balance between scientific rigour and the practicality of the real world
Encourage openness, collaboration and innovation
Resolve conflict compassionately, productively, cooperatively and respectfully
Freely and fully exchange information relevant to the Purpose while respecting confidentiality
Provide clarity in communications by providing relevant background and contextual information
Principles of Organization
Individuals or groups subscribing to the Purpose and Principles are eligible for Owning Membership and participation
Groups can self-organize around activities consistent with the Purpose and Principles; innovation and flexibility are encouraged
Methods used for deliberations and decisions reasonably represent all relevant and affected parties
Participating network members retain full authority to independently manage and implement their own roles, resources and priorities
Members agree to consult with other network members to find efficiencies and avoid unintended impacts on others