Membership is open to groups and individuals.
VUNA was formed in Toronto in 1987 by the member organizations of the International Vegetarian Union in North America. It has also helped to further the formation of local groups by publication and distribution of the Guide for Local Groups , which was first printed in 1988. To promote communication, cooperation, and mutual assistance in the vegetarian movement. To represent all segments of the vegetarian community and to manifest their diversity. To promote effective and responsible presentation of issues related to vegetarianism.