The University of British Columbia supports the dedicated scientists who work with animals and respects the unique contribution these animals make to benefit the health of humans and animals.
Our investigators, veterinarians and animal care technicians are all committed to humane animal care and developing research methods that reduce, refine and replace the use of animals, wherever possible. The University complies with national and institutional standards of animal care set by the Canadian Council on Animal Care.
The Animal Care Committee is responsible for ensuring that all UBC animal researchers conform to the mandatory guidelines of the Canadian Council on Animal Care through the University’s animal ethics review process and post-approval monitoring of all studies as well as the facilities where these studies occur. The Committee is mandated to safeguard the welfare of animals involved in research and teaching at UBC and at all affiliated locations.
Animal Care Services provides services in support of the UBC Animal Care and Use Program including research support, veterinary services, compliance, training, procurement, animal housing, technical services and administrative support.
For more information about the Animal Care Committee or Animal Care Services, please visit the UBC Animal Care and Use Program site.
UBC has earned a reputation for transparency regarding its use of animals in research. Comprehensive information is available at http://animalresearch.ubc.ca/.