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Webinar: Allergen Immunotherapy 101 - What Primary Care Providers Need to Know

August 26, 2026

Join Dr. Alan Kaplan for a 45-minute online session on managing allergic rhinitis in primary care — including when to consider allergen immunotherapy (AIT) for patients with persistent symptoms and limited access to allergists. The session includes a patient case example and live Q&A.

Evaluation of the Canadian Abortion Provider Support (CAPS) Website

August 29, 2026

Researchers at UBC are recruiting family physicians, nurse practitioners, midwives, and resident physicians to evaluate the Canadian Abortion Provider Support (CAPS) platform, a resource designed to support healthcare professionals in providing medication abortion services. Participation is virtual and involves a baseline survey, a review of the CAPS platform, and an endline survey.

Beyond Survival – A Sepsis Symposium for Systems, Science and Recovery

Sep 1, 2026

Registration is open for the 3rd Annual BC Resuscitation Sciences Series: Beyond Survival: A Sepsis Symposium for Systems, Science and Recovery, presented by Critical Care BC, Emergency Care BC, Child Health BC, and Health Quality BC.

This free virtual series runs through September 2026, bringing together clinicians, researchers, health-system leaders, patients, and families to explore sepsis prevention, recognition, treatment, recovery, and research.

Sessions will run 11:00 am to 12:30 pm on September 1, 10, 22, and 29.

BPBC Strategic Planning Engagement Sessions

September 12-15, 2016

Black Physicians of British Columbia is inviting physicians, trainees, and stakeholders to participate in regional engagement sessions to help shape their next five-year strategic plan.

Three virtual sessions are available — join the one most relevant to you:

• Vancouver Regional Session facilitated by Dr. Simon Cowan — September 12, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
• Resident Session — September 14, 6:30 to 8:00 pm
• Island Regional Session facilitated by Dr. Chris Applewhite — September 15, 4:30 to 6:00 pm
• Northern/Interior Regional Session facilitated by Dr. Toye Oyelese — September 26, 9:00 to 10:30 pm

External Review: Upper Gastrointestinal Guidelines

September 15, 2016

Participate in the external review of part 3 of the Upper Gastrointestinal cancer guidelines for primary care providers in BC. The Family Practice Oncology Network has developed guidelines to provide recommendations for the prevention, screening (including indications for Hereditary Cancer Program referral), diagnosis, treatment and follow-up in adults ≥ 19 years. The audience for these guidelines is community primary health care providers providing first contact or primary health care.

Health Quality BC: Teamwork & Communication Action Series

September 15, 2026

Support your clinical team to build collaboration by developing non-technical skills that are essential for effective team functioning. In this interactive series by Health Quality BC, your clinical team will work through a series of modules designed to build and strengthen skills for effective teamwork and communication.

Survey for Doctors and Nurse Practitioners

Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is evaluating the EI Family Caregiver and Compassionate Care Benefits and is seeking input from physicians and nurse practitioners.

The survey takes 10-15 minutes and focuses on the medical certificate requirement that providers must complete when a patient is critically ill, injured, or in need of end-of-life care, a necessary step for caregivers applying for EI benefits.

Participation is voluntary and the survey is open June to October 2026.

CME Accredited free online Courses for Family Doctors - Treating your patients with Spinal Cord Injury

Until November 30, 2026

Created by expert physiatrists and backed by evidence, the Spinal Cord Injury Research Evidence (SCIRE) team partnered with SCI-BC and the UBC Department Family of Practice to create four 1-hour courses that give you the info you need on Bladder Management, Skin Health, Blood Pressure Irregularities, and Cardiovascular Health in people with SCI.

Online and presented in short video form, you can earn your CME credits (MainPro+ 1.0 for each 1-hour course) at your own pace and schedule for free.

Pharmacotherapy for Obesity Management: Accredited Course

Until December 31, 2026

This is a self-paced, accredited online program ($149) that walks clinicians through the latest Obesity Canada guidelines on pharmacologic treatments for adult obesity. Across multiple modules, participants learn how to apply evidence-based decision-making to initiate and adjust pharmacotherapy based on individual patient needs.

The program is worth up to 4 Mainpro+ credits for family physicians, 4 Section 3 Self-Assessment hours for Royal College specialists, and 4 continuing education hours for all other health professionals.

Retrieval Medicine for Rural Clinicians (RM-RC) Accepting Applications

Ongoing

Applications are open for Retrieval Medicine for Rural Clinicians (RM-RC), a new, free program for rural clinicians passionate about patient transport. Build critical communication, team leadership, and transport medicine skills alongside experienced rural and specialist clinicians, and join a network of peers working to improve care in their regions. Funding for travel and accommodation is available to a limited number of participants.

Online Course: Down Syndrome for Medical Professionals

Until December 31, 2026

Individuals with Down syndrome have a higher risk of many different health issues throughout life. This online, self-paced course provides an overview of medical care for people with Down syndrome throughout the lifespan, beginning with diagnosis. This course delivers expertise from some of North America's leading Down syndrome specialists including Dr. Marilyn Bull, Dr. Peter Bulova, Dr. Jonathan Santoro, Dr. Eileen Quinn, Dr. Elizabeth Head, Dr. Brian Chicoine, Dr. Brian Skotko, and Dr. Aven Poynter, along with the professional team of the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation (Burnaby, BC).

This activity has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for up to 2 Mainpro+ credits.

Locum Connect - Greater Victoria & Salt Spring Island

Ongoing

Locum Connect is a new service helping family physicians find flexible, longitudinal locum opportunities across Greater Victoria and Salt Spring Island.

The platform connects locums with host physicians and clinics in one easy-to-use hub. Each posting clearly outlines expectations, remuneration, host panel size, and flexibility so you can make informed decisions before committing. Whether you're exploring different practice settings, transitioning into community practice, or curious about living and working on Vancouver Island, Locum Connect lets you find opportunities that fit your schedule and goals.

Addressing Online Health Misinformation online module

Until December 31, 2026

This free 30-minute eLearning module from TransCare BC is designed for health care providers who want to better navigate the complex online information landscape. The course covers how misinformation is created and spread, how to evaluate the credibility of health information, and practical strategies for addressing misinformation with patients and communities. No prerequisites required.

Virtual Care Directory & Chronic Illness Care Navigation Hub

Ongoing

The Woods Counselling Co. has created two free, non-commercial online tools to support patients living with chronic pain and complex chronic illness, including POTS, MCAS, ME/CFS, and Long COVID. The Virtual Care Directory for Chronic Pain & Illness in Canada helps patients find virtual care providers experienced with these conditions, while the Chronic Illness Care Navigation Hub offers plain-language guidance for patients and families navigating these often-overlapping conditions.

Both resources are web-based, free to use, and available anytime, no login or cost required. They're designed to support family physicians as referral and navigation tools for complex chronic conditions.