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Like any other city employee: Meet one of the doctor’s drawn in by the offer to work in a city-run clinic in B.C.
The mayor of a B.C. town of some 22,000 residents says his phone has been ringing off the hook with questions from other towns in the province curious to learn more about the municipal-run clinic and how it has attracted three new doctors to the area.
Alberta child psychiatrist sanctioned for boundary violations after exchanging gifts, personal email addresses with patient
According to the college’s findings, some of the boundary violations included engaging in casual conversations, ‘excessive disclosure’ of personal information and exchanging gifts, among others.

CMAJ urges more Canadian health research amid cuts to U.S. health agencies

In an editorial published in the CMAJ on Monday, editor-in-chief Kirsten Patrick said it’s important for medical journals to stand up for science and condemn the erosion of public health surveillance and data collection south of the border.
Alberta Health Services claims fired CEO kept confidential emails, seeking injunction

A new affidavit filed Wednesday by Alberta Health Services says the agency is looking to amend its statement of defence in light of the emails, which the agency says it only became aware of last week.
What do U.S. politics surrounding health mean for Canada and how should we respond?

Several Canadian experts and ministers met at the CMA Health Summit to discuss the challenges and opportunities that U.S. health policies represent for Canada.
New models of care are nice but funding is what we need

Primary care and family medicine are intended to be the foundation of Ontario’s healthcare system. It should serve as the first point of contact for patients, offering continuity and comprehensive care.
Alta. easing requirements for Albertan IMGs entering residency

The province announced Monday that as of now, IMGs originally from Alberta no longer need to complete a clinical assessment period in the province before beginning residency.
Alberta’s new FP compensation set to launch April 1 after meeting minimum threshold

The province announced that as of March 24, 789 family physicians have signed up for the new model, clearing the minimum threshold of 500.
DOs and DON'Ts of physician will-planning at any age

Even young physicians need a will. From naming an executor to avoiding pitfalls, here are the basics to ensure you're getting it right.
Carney confirms Liberals won't proceed with planned capital gains tax change

The Prime Minister's Office says a plan to hike the inclusion rate on capital gains, first pitched in the federal budget last year, will not move forward.

Like any other city employee: Meet one of the doctor’s drawn in by the offer to work in a city-run clinic in B.C.

Alberta child psychiatrist sanctioned for boundary violations after exchanging gifts, personal email addresses with patient

CMAJ urges more Canadian health research amid cuts to U.S. health agencies

Alberta Health Services claims fired CEO kept confidential emails, seeking injunction

What do U.S. politics surrounding health mean for Canada and how should we respond?

New models of care are nice but funding is what we need

Alta. easing requirements for Albertan IMGs entering residency

Alberta’s new FP compensation set to launch April 1 after meeting minimum threshold

DOs and DON'Ts of physician will-planning at any age

Carney confirms Liberals won't proceed with planned capital gains tax change

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