For Immediate Release
September 23, 2025
Animal Health Canada appoints Dr. Cassidy Klima as new Executive Director
Ottawa, ON — Animal Health Canada (AHC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Cassidy Klima, Ph.D., as its new Executive Director. Dr. Klima brings more than 15 years of leadership experience in livestock health, food safety, and One Health innovation to this national role.
Dr. Klima has built her career at the intersection of research, industry, and policy, most recently serving as Assistant Professor at Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension and previously as Technical Director of the Beef Cattle Research Council under the Canadian Cattle Association. She has worked extensively with governments, producers, and regulatory agencies to address emerging threats, strengthen biosecurity, and support science-based trade policy.
She holds a Ph.D. in Veterinary Microbiology from the University of Saskatchewan, an M.Sc. in Microbiology from the University of Lethbridge, and a B.Sc. in Biological Sciences also from the University of Lethbridge.
“Animal Health Canada plays a critical role in uniting industry and government to protect animal health and food security,” says Dr. Klima. “I am honoured to join AHC and look forward to building trust, advancing national priorities, and positioning the organization as a leader in One Health collaboration.”
“Dr. Cassidy Klima’s leadership, vision, and values align with Animal Health Canada’s mission to safeguard animal health and support Canada’s agricultural resilience,” says Dr. Leigh Rosengren, AHC Industry Co-Chair. “Her proven track record of collaboration and innovation makes her the right choice to guide AHC into the future.”
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Animal Health Canada is a national, not-for-profit organization that fosters collaboration among governments, industry, and stakeholders to strengthen animal health, biosecurity, and One Health resilience across the country.
For more information:
Tanya Frye
Communications Director
Animal Health Canada
613-302-2671
tfrye@animalhealthcanada.ca