Joint Collaborative Committees

PQI Alums Webinar Series (PAWS)
2026-05-28 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Vancouver) | BC
Novel use of AI in Physician Learning and Reimagining the Improvement Charter as an Interactive Document
Presented by Dr Shyr Chui
Register for the 2026 webinar series.

PQI Alums Webinar Series (PAWS)
2026-04-23 17:30 - 18:30 | BC
Everything is Better with Mayo! What we saw at the Mayo Clinic: Lessons from a Living QI Culture
Presented by: Dr Alex Hoeschsmann & Dr Navpreet Sidhu
Register for 2026 webinar series.

Child and Youth Mental Health and Substance Use Community of Practice 10th Annual Gathering
2026-04-17 08:00 - 16:00 | Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, 1000 Burrard St, North Tower, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2R9, Canada

PQI Alums Webinar Series (PAWS)
2026-03-26 17:30 - 18:30 | BC
Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH/PHC)

Show, Don’t Tell: Infographics for Healthcare
Presented by Sarah MacDonald.
Register for 2026 webinar series.

Virtual Conference - Adult ADHD: A UBC CPD Learning Journey
2026-03-07 08:00 - 12:55 | BC
Join UBC CPD for a virtual conference featuring a podcast and three follow-up online modules, designed to equip primary care providers with practical, expert-informed skills to confidently diagnose, treat, and manage uncomplicated adult ADHD.
Part 1: Virtual Live Conference | March 7, 2026
Part 2: Online Modules (self-paced) | Spring 2026
Pre-Course Bonus: Podcast | January 30, 2026
The conference will also collaborate with the team behind a new Pathways ADHD tool, launching in 2026. Developed through a partnership of specialists, family physicians, and the North Shore Division of Family Practice, and funded in part by the Shared Care Committee, this tool represents a major advancement in clinical support. It will be showcased live during the conference, with guided demonstrations by the Pathways team. Learners will be able to log into their own Pathways accounts during the sessions to explore and practice using the tool in real time.
For more information and to register, visit the event page.

Community-Based Specialists Town Hall
2026-03-05 16:30 - 17:30 | BC
Please join us on Thursday, March 5, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm for the first CBS Townhall of 2026.
Speakers will include community-based specialists who have been working with Doctors of BC (DoBC) and the Ministry of Health (MOH) to address administrative burdens, as well as members of the DoBC digital health team to discuss what is next for AI in your practice.
If there are any topics you would like to see covered at this or future sessions, or if you have any questions, please send an email to sscbc@doctorsofbc.ca.
Register for the event.
CBS who register and attend will receive a sessional payment of $176.18. Please ensure all banking information is up to date.

Virtual symposium: Improving access to specialist care for rural communities
2026-03-03 18:00 - 20:00 | BC
Specialists from across B.C. are invited to register for the virtual symposium on March 3 from 6–8 p.m. PST to learn about and share enablers and/or barriers to providing specialist care in a rural context, as well as to learn about funding and supports available for the development of specialist outreach clinics in rural communities. Sessional funding will be provided for attendance.
This session is being offered as a collaboration between Facility Engagement and the project “Improving Access to Specialist Care for Rural Communities,” co-funded by the Joint Standing Committee on Rural Issues and Specialist Services Committee and supported through the Rural Coordination Centre of BC.
Specialists and primary care providers are also encouraged to participate in a research study aimed at understanding experiences in providing care to a rural BC community, with honorarium provided for those who participate. Email Alison Irvine at airvine@rccbc.ca for information and/or to participate.

PQI Alums Webinar Series (PAWS)
2026-02-26 17:30 - 18:30 | BC
QI Central
Introduction to Whole System Quality
Presented by Dr Lee Ann Martin.
Register for 2026 webinar series.

PQI Level 2 Workshop
2026-02-12 08:00 - 2026-02-13 17:00 | BC
Supported by the Specialist Services Committee’s Physician Quality Improvement (PQI) initiative, the PQI Level 2 workshop provides physicians with hands-on opportunities to build fundamental QI skills that can be applied to practice settings. This workshop is held over two days and facilitated by expert faculty from throughout BC. Breakfast and lunch provided.
Next workshop: Thursday, February 12 – Friday, February 13, 2026 in Vancouver, BC
Available to all BC physicians. Eleven (11) hours of sessional funding provided. Limited travel support for eligible physicians may also be available.
Register now.

EMR Skill Building: Workflow Efficiency – OSCAR
2026-02-11 12:00 - 13:00 | BC
EMR Skill Building Sessions are designed to help family physicians, medical office assistants (MOAs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs), and other practice team members expand their expertise in using their Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
During the upcoming session on Workflow Efficiency, we’ll explore how to configure your EMR to save you time and clicks by optimizing preferences (ticklers and billings), using measurement forms, booking alerts and configuring favourites (medication and specialists) to work for you. We will also get into tips on eForm groups and labelling labs. The session will include a live demo of workflows in OSCAR, and attendees will have the opportunity for dialogue and Q&A throughout.
To receive an invitation for the February event, and communications on future sessions, register for the mailing list.
For any questions, contact the Doctors Technology Office (DTO) team at dtoadmin@doctorsofbc.ca.

PQI Alums Webinar Series (PAWS)
2026-01-22 17:30 - 18:30 | BC
Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA)

From Connection to Impact: What We Learned About Social Capital in the QI Alum Community
Presented by Dr Alex Hoeschsmann.
Register for 2026 webinar series.

xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Vancouver) Community-Based Experiential Learning Session
2025-11-19 17:00 - 21:00 | BC
The Joint Collaborative Committees (JCCs), in partnership with Len Pierre Consulting, are looking forward to hosting a Community-Based Experiential Learning Session on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025, from 5pm-9pm at the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm Cultural Centre in Vancouver, BC.
REGISTER HERE
During these sessions, participants will experience:

Cultural safety teachings through an immersive, “circle and the box” learning
Teachings and protocols from local/regional Indigenous communities
A shared meal, language, history, and stories
A deeper understanding of residential school trauma
Connections with local health staff and providers
The opportunity for on-going learning and relationship-building between participants and Indigenous communities

We are grateful to hold this session on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm.
Please note that space is limited to 50 participants.
Sessional time and mileage exceeding 50km one-way will be covered by the JCCs. We welcome registration from interprofessional team members (ITMs) that make up team-based care (on/off reserve clinic staff, NPs, RNs, midwives, HA partners, Divisions staff, MSA staff, etc.). We provide sessional time and mileage to physicians, a meal, and a stipend to ITMs who are not salaried.
If you have additional questions, please email jcc@doctorsofbc.ca.

Community-Based Specialists Town Hall
2025-11-19 16:30 - 17:30 | BC
The Community-Based Specialists (CBS) physician working group remains committed to improving engagement with the 615 CBS spread across BC.
Join the Town Hall on November 19, 2025, from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. CBS participants who attend will receive a sessional payment of $176.18.
Register for the event.
Should you have any questions, please email sscbc@doctorsofbc.ca.

EMR Skill Building: Ask a Coach – OSCAR
2025-11-12 17:30 - 18:30 | BC
The Doctors Technology Office (DTO) is excited to announce our next EMR Skill Building sessions, called Ask a Coach, scheduled for November. Continuing throughout the year, these sessions will focus on various topics and are designed to help physicians and practice team members expand their expertise in using their Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
To receive an invitation for the November event and communications on future sessions, register for the mailing list.
For any questions, please contact the planning team at dtoadmin@doctorsofbc.ca.
EMR Skill Building Sessions are hour-long, virtual sessions designed to help family physicians, medical office assistants (MOAs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs), and other practice team members expand their expertise in using their Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Sessions are currently offered for Med Access, OSCAR and Intrahealth Profile EMRs.

PCAN Project Evening Showcase and PCAN Summit 2025
2025-11-02 - 2025-11-03 | Hyatt Regency Vancouver, 655 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 2R7, Canada
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The Specialist Services Committee is delighted to invite you to the 3rd annual PCAN Summit
Join us at the PCAN Innovation Project Showcase November 2nd, 2025 followed by the full day PCAN Summit on November 3rd, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Vancouver. This is your opportunity to engage with leading clinical, policy and quality improvement experts in perioperative care to strengthen networking and collaboration and see how you can shape the future of BC’s healthcare.
PCAN Project Evening Showcase
Sunday, November 2
6 – 8 p.m.
PCAN Summit 2025
Monday, November 3
7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Venue: Hyatt Regency Hotel – 655 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6C 2R7
Funding and support from the Specialist Services Committee enables initiatives such as the Perioperative Clinical Action Network to host the PCAN Summit to enhance patient care, improve the professional satisfaction of doctors in BC and enhance quality improvement in the healthcare system through collaboration with our specialist physicians, the Ministry of Health, Health Authorities, and various healthcare partners.
Visit the SSC PCAN Webpage for more information.

Kwantlen (Langley) Community-Based Experiential Learning Session
2025-10-29 17:00 - 21:00 | salishan Place by the River, 23430 Mavis Ave, Langley Township, BC, V1M 2S2, Canada
The Joint Collaborative Committees (JCCs), in partnership with Len Pierre Consulting, are looking forward to hosting a Community-Based Experiential Learning Session on Wednesday, October 29th, 2025 from 5pm-9pm at the salishan Place by the River, in Langley, BC.
REGISTER HERE
During these sessions, participants will experience:

Cultural safety teachings through an immersive, “circle and the box” learning
Teachings and protocols from local/regional Indigenous communities
A shared meal, language, history, and stories
A deeper understanding of residential school trauma
Connections with local health staff and providers
The opportunity for on-going learning and relationship-building between participants and Indigenous communities

We are grateful to hold this session on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territories of the Kwantlen First Nation.
Please note that space is limited to 50 participants.
Sessional time and mileage exceeding 50km one-way will be covered by the JCCs. We welcome registration from interprofessional team members (ITMs) that make up team-based care (on/off reserve clinic staff, NPs, RNs, midwives, HA partners, Divisions staff, MSA staff, etc.). We provide sessional time and mileage to physicians, a meal, and a stipend to ITMs who are not salaried.
If you have additional questions, please email jcc@doctorsofbc.ca.

Getting Started with Safety: Foundations, rights, and roles in the workplace
2025-10-28 17:30 - 18:30 | Zoom
Enhance your workplace health and safety knowledge with our upcoming webinar, “Getting Started with Safety: Foundations, Rights, and Roles in the Workplace,” hosted by Doctors of BC and SWITCH BC.
Join us on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. to discover valuable insights on the Community Physician Health and Safety Program. Participants will learn about:

Creating a portal account for easy access to resources
WorkSafeBC registration requirements
Health and Safety Program structure and compliance
Legal roles and responsibilities of workers and employers
The importance of health and safety meetings
Worker Representatives and Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee roles
Orientation requirements for new workers

A live Q&A session will take place at the end of the webinar, and participants are encouraged to submit their questions during registration.
All medical office staff are welcome to attend the event. However, only physicians will be awarded an accreditation certificate upon completion of the session. This webinar is accredited by the College of Family Physicians of Canada, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by UBC CPD for family physicians and specialists.

shíshálh (Sechelt) Community-Based Experiential Learning Session
2025-10-08 17:00 - 21:00 | BC
The Joint Collaborative Committees (JCCs), in partnership with Len Pierre Consulting, are looking forward to hosting a Community-Based Experiential Learning Session on Wednesday, October 8th, 2025 from 5pm-9pm at the shíshálh Community Hall in Sechelt, BC.
REGISTER HERE
During these sessions, participants will experience:

Cultural safety teachings through an immersive, “circle and the box” learning
Teachings and protocols from local/regional Indigenous communities
A shared meal, language, history, and stories
A deeper understanding of residential school trauma
Connections with local health staff and providers
The opportunity for on-going learning and relationship-building between participants and Indigenous communities

We are grateful to hold this session on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territories of the shíshálh First Nation.
Please note that space is limited to 50 participants.
Sessional time and mileage exceeding 50km one-way will be covered by the JCCs. We welcome registration from interprofessional team members (ITMs) that make up team-based care (on/off reserve clinic staff, NPs, RNs, midwives, HA partners, Divisions staff, MSA staff, etc.). We provide sessional time and mileage to physicians, a meal, and a stipend to ITMs who are not salaried.
If you have additional questions, please email jcc@doctorsofbc.ca.

2025 JCC Conference
2025-10-06 - 2025-10-07 | Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, 1000 Burrard St, North Tower, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2R9, Canada
Thank you for joining us at the JCC Conference 2025.
The Joint Collaborative Committees (JCCs) were pleased to host the JCC Conference on October 6-7, 2025, at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Center, 1000 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC. Doctors of BC supports practicing BC physicians attending in person.
Conference resources
View the Program Guide
View the rapid fire & workshop presentations

Whova Event App
All registered attendees from the JCC Conference will still have access to the official event app, Whova, until January 7, 2025 (90 days after the event).
Download the Whova App to view a detailed event agenda, read about the speakers, find resources, check location maps, and connect with your colleagues. You must log in with the email address you used to register for the event.

Accreditation/Certification statement
The Division of Continuing Professional Development, University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine (UBC CPD) is fully accredited by the Continuing Medical Education Accreditation Committee (CACME) to provide CPD credits for physicians. This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by UBC CPD. You may claim a maximum of 11.5 hours (credits are automatically calculated). This activity meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by UBC CPD for up to 11.5 Mainpro+® Certified Activity credits. Each physician should claim only those credits accrued through participation in the activity.
CFPC Session ID: 302045-001

Lheidli T’enneh (Prince George) Community-Based Experiential Learning Session
2025-09-24 17:00 - 21:00 | BC
The Joint Collaborative Committees (JCCs), in partnership with Len Pierre Consulting, are looking forward to hosting a Community-Based Experiential Learning Session on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 from 5pm to 9pm at the Lheidli T’enneh House of Ancestors in Prince George, BC.
REGISTER HERE
During these sessions, participants will experience:

Cultural safety teachings through an immersive, “circle and the box” learning
Teachings and protocols from local/regional Indigenous communities
A shared meal, language, history, and stories
A deeper understanding of residential school trauma
Connections with local health staff and providers
The opportunity for on-going learning and relationship-building between participants and Indigenous communities

We are grateful to hold this session on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territories of the Lheidli T’enneh.
We welcome registration from interprofessional team members (ITMs) that make up team-based care (on/off reserve clinic staff, NPs, RNs, midwives, HA partners, Divisions staff, MSA staff, etc.).
Please note that space is limited to 50 participants. Sessional time and mileage exceeding 50km one-way will be covered by the JCCs. We provide sessional time and mileage to physicians, a meal, and a stipend to ITMs who are not salaried.
If you have additional questions, please email jcc@doctorsofbc.ca.

Webinar: Creating a Safe Space for Indigenous Patients in Primary Care
2025-06-18 18:00 - 19:30 | BC
This webinar will feature a panel of speakers from the Langley Division of Family Practice, who, through relationships with their local Indigenous community members and Indigenous serving community organizations, heard the need for patients and primary care providers to feel safe in their medical healthcare journey. With collaboration and voices from local Indigenous patients and leaders, the Division focused on physician learning and engagement while strengthening existing partnerships and creating new ones.
This accredited webinar is for those who are on a learning journey looking for a culturally safe and collaborative way to increase cultural safety and visibility in their practice. Through shared experiences and lessons from a panel of those who initiated change and the patients who experienced it, participants will leave with tangible actions as well as an increased understanding of how small actions, an open heart and an open mind contribute to more culturally safe space not only for Indigenous patients, but all patients.
Wednesday, June 18
6 – 7:30 p.m.
Register for the webinar.
Skills Gained:
By attending this webinar, you will be able to

Identify actionable steps for creating a safe space for Indigenous patients in primary care
Reflect on personal practice delivery and learning opportunities

Doctors of BC’s Indigenous Specific Anti-Racism (ISAR) and Cultural Safety Team with the support of the JCCs has collaborated with UBC CPD to support the education development of this webinar series. Learn more about UBC CPD’s partnership with Doctors of BC for this program.

Cranbrook (Ktunaxa) Community-Based Experiential Learning Session
2025-06-11 17:00 - 21:00 | St. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino (Pavilion Room), 7777 Mission Road, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 7E5, Canada
The Joint Collaborative Committees (JCCs) in partnership with Len Pierre Consulting and the Ktunaxa First Nation are looking forward to hosting a Community-Based Experiential Learning Session on Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 from 5pm to 9pm at St. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino (Pavilion Room), 7777 Mission Road, in Cranbrook, BC.
Register online
During these sessions, physicians will experience:

Cultural safety teachings through an immersive, “circle and the box” learning.
Teachings and protocols from local/regional Indigenous communities.
A shared meal, language, history, and stories.
A deeper understanding of residential school trauma.
Connections with local health staff and providers.
The opportunity for on-going learning and relationship-building between participants and Indigenous communities.

Sessional time and mileage exceeding 50km one-way will be covered by the JCCs.
We are grateful to hold this session on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territory of the Ktunaxa Nation, who have lived on and stewarded these lands since time out of mind. Once a former residential school, the Mission Building was reclaimed under the visionary leadership of the Ktunaxa Nation and transformed into a full-service resort and beacon of light for the community. St. Eugene Resort’s ownership consists of four Ktunaxa communities including the ʔAkisq̓nuk, ʔAq̓am, Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi ‘it (Tobacco Plains), Yaqan nukiy (Lower Kootenay) and the Kenpesq’t (Shuswap Indian Band). Together we make up St. Eugene Mission Holdings Limited (SEM).
In these sessions, themes of colonial genocide, systematic separation from Indigenous identity, land and culture and the resulting mental and physical health disparities, will be discussed. These themes may surface personal stories and participants are encouraged to prepare to hear this difficult journey.
If you have additional questions, please email jcc@doctorsofbc.ca.

2025 BC Rural Health Conference
2025-06-06 - 2025-06-08 | Prince George Conference and Civic Centre, 808 Canada Games Way, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 5T6, Canada
You are invited to join our community at the BC Rural Health Conference, taking place June 6–8, 2025, in Prince George. This annual gathering goes beyond professional development—it’s about building connections and celebrating the spirit of rural healthcare. We invite you to join us in the heart of northern BC—with access to world-class outdoor recreation—for this one-of-a-kind event.
The conference’s hands-on workshops are back with even more options to choose from. The program will also showcase dynamic speakers and engaging topics that address the unique challenges and rewards of rural practice. Attendees will enjoy valuable networking opportunities with peers who share a passion for this work. Connect with colleagues and leave the conference feeling enriched, empowered, and energized.
Event Highlights:

All-new format! This year’s schedule includes a full day of hands-on workshops and an expanded lineup of rapid-fire lectures—offering more ways to stay current on emerging trends in rural and family medicine
Celebrate the BC Rural Health Awards
Enjoy wellness activities, outdoor excursions, supervised childcare and more
Connect and network with rural peers from across BC and beyond
Pre-conference courses include: The CARE Course, CASTED: Emergency and myoActivation

Register now! Early bird rates end April 15, 2025
Register at bcrhc.ca

Call for abstracts: 2025 JCC Conference
2025-06-01 | BC
Call for abstracts is now open!
The Joint Collaborative Committees (JCCs) are inviting abstract submissions for the 2025 JCC Conference. This conference provides an opportunity for those presenting JCC-funded projects to showcase their work alongside colleagues and partners in an engaging and creative environment.
Please make sure to save the date: October 6 and 7, 2025, for the JCC Conference at the Sheraton Wall Centre in Vancouver, BC. The first day hosts the FPSC Summit and SSC Summit, followed by the JCC Showcase on the second day, which will include content from all four Joint Collaborative Committees.
In the abstract submission form, you will have the option to submit your abstract for the FPSC Summit or SSC Summit on October 6 and/or the JCC Showcase on October 7.
To submit your abstract, please click here.
The deadline for submissions is  June 1, 2025.
For more information regarding physician sessional time, presenter funding, keynote speakers, and registration, please visit our website here.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact events@doctorsofbc.ca.

T'exelc (Williams Lake) Community-Based Experiential Learning Session
2025-05-21 17:00 - 21:00 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K 2G0, Canada
The Joint Collaborative Committees (JCCs) in partnership with Len Pierre Consulting and T’exelc (Williams Lake First Nation) are looking forward to hosting a Community-Based Experiential Learning Session on Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 from 5pm to 9pm in Williams Lake, BC.
During these sessions, physicians will experience:

Immersive & interactive cultural safety teachings
Protocols from local/regional Indigenous communities
A shared meal, language, history, and stories
A deeper understanding of residential school trauma.
Connections with local health staff, providers, and community members

Please note that sessional time and mileage exceeding 50km one-way will be covered by the JCCs.
Space is limited to 50 participants.
REGISTER HERE
We are grateful to hold this session on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territory of the T’exelcemc (people of Sugarcane) who have lived on and stewarded these lands since time out of mind. You can learn more about T’exelc in this video .
In these sessions, themes of colonial genocide, systematic separation from Indigenous identity, land and culture and the resulting mental and physical health disparities, will be discussed. These themes may surface personal stories and participants are encouraged to prepare to hear this difficult journey.
If you have additional questions, please email jcc@doctorsofbc.ca.

Allyship and Upstanding: Interrupting Indigenous-Specific Racism in Health Care
2025-05-14 18:00 - 19:30 | BC
Healthcare professionals play a critical role in addressing the systemic racism that affects Indigenous patients and communities. This webinar is for those who are beginning their journey as allies or navigating steps forward in their ongoing commitment to upstanding. Through shared experiences and insights from a panel of allies, participants will leave with an understanding on how even small actions can contribute to creating a more inclusive, respectful healthcare experience for Indigenous people and communities, as well as practical actions they can take to interrupt racism in real-time.
Skills Gained

Describe the impact of Indigenous-specific racism in healthcare and the role of healthcare professionals in addressing these systemic issues.
Identify actionable steps for interrupting racism and fostering respectful, inclusive interactions with Indigenous patients.
Reflect on personal positionality and develop a deeper commitment to allyship, incorporating lessons from the panel into practice.

Register for the webinar.

Doctors of BC’s Indigenous Specific Anti-Racism (ISAR) and Cultural Safety Team with the support of the JCCs has collaborated with UBC CPD to support the education development of this webinar series. Learn more about UBC CPD’s partnership with Doctors of BC for this program.

Applications now open: 2025 Clinician Fellowship in Health Care Quality
2025-05-01 | BC
Health Quality BC
The Clinician Fellowship in Health Care Quality offers an integrated learning experience for physicians and nurse practitioners. Fellows will bring forward an improvement project related to one of the Health Quality BC priority areas and will take part in activities to advance their project aims.
Fellows are embedded in the team for one year and work alongside staff and clinical leads on initiatives focused on health care quality. This includes mentorship from experienced clinical and administrative leaders who have led large-scale improvement efforts in the health care system.
2025 focus areas:
• Goals of Care and Frailty
• Patient Safety
• Health Misinformation
• Planetary Health Impacts of Clinical Care
• Rural & Remote Care
Application process and timeline
The fellowship program is open to physicians and nurse practitioners who are practicing in BC, and is best suited for early-career clinicians with a demonstrated interest in improving the quality of care.
To apply, please submit your current CV and cover letter by May 1, 2025, through the application page.
Fellowship Commences: Successful applicants start their fellowship in September 2025.
Contact
Questions? Email Michelle Pang at learning@healthqualitybc.ca

First Nations community-based experiential learning sessions
2025-04-30 17:00 - 21:00 | SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout) Longhouse, 2691 Pullock Ln W, Saanichton, British Columbia, V8M 2E8, Canada
The JCCs in partnership with Len Pierre Consulting are holding a Community-Based Experiential Learning session on Wednesday, April 30th, 2025, 5-9pm at the SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout) Longhouse in Saanichton (Greater Victoria). We are grateful to have permission to hold this session on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territories of the W̱SÁNEC people, in the ancient village of SȾÁUTW̱ and in their sacred home (longhouse).
Register for the event.
During these sessions, physicians will experience:

Cultural safety teachings through an immersive, “circle and the box” learning
Teachings and protocols from local/regional Indigenous communities
A shared meal, language, history, and stories
A deeper understanding of residential school trauma.
Connections with local health staff and providers.
The opportunity for on-going learning and relationship-building between participants and Indigenous communities.

In these sessions, themes of colonial genocide, systematic separation from Indigenous identity, land and culture and the resulting mental and physical health disparities, will be discussed. These themes may surface personal stories and participants are encouraged to prepare to hear this difficult journey.
Please note that sessional time and mileage exceeding 50km one-way will be covered by the JCCs. If you have additional questions, please email jcc@doctorsofbc.ca. Stay tuned for upcoming info about our late-spring sessions in Williams Lake & Cranbrook!
For more information:
If you have questions, please email jcc@doctorsofbc.ca.

Beyond the clinic: Estate planning strategies for physicians
2025-04-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Zoom
Join Doctors of BC on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for an informational webinar, “Beyond the clinic: Estate planning strategies for physicians.” Lauren Liebowitz and Christopher Meyer, Associate and Partner at Watson Goepel, will guide you through the importance of estate planning to help you prepare for the unexpected and protect your family and practice.
In this hour, Lauren and Chris will address several important topics, including:
– Power of attorney and health care representation agreements
– Drafting a will, including restricted and secondary wills.
– Considerations for probate planning
– Family, alter ego and joint partner/spousal trusts options
– Estate litigation overview
The session will include a Q&A period, and participants can submit their questions in advance during registration.
Register for the webinar.

Community-Based Specialist Town Hall
2025-04-08 16:30 - 17:30 | Webinar
As a tool to support the overarching goal of improved engagement with all CBS, a town hall is scheduled for Tuesday, April 8, 2025 from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
This interactive session will include updates of work done to date as well as discussions to help define the work plan for the upcoming years.
A sessional fee of 1 hour will be provided to those who register and attend.
Register for the event.
Should you have any questions, please email sscbc@doctorsofbc.ca.
