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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada

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The Society of Rural Physicians of Canada (SRPC) is the national voice of Canadian rural physicians. Our Vision: Excellent health care close to home for all rural Canadians. #RuralMed #RuralHealth #RemoteMed

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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 23h
📣 Rural Voices Need to Be Heard Over the coming months, MPs will be back in their ridings during constituency weeks, creating an opportunity for SRPC members to share their experiences delivering and accessing rural healthcare. 🔗 srpc.ca/rural-voices... #RuralHealth #RuralMedicine
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
🧡 In recognition of the #TruthAndReconciliationDay we're pleased to announce an upcoming webinar:🌿Learning Together, Walking Together 📅 Oct. 20, 2026 | 7:00 PM ET 📣 Free & open to all.🔗 srpc.ca/rural-reach-... 📚 Looking for ways to reflect and learn today? srpc.ca/indigenous-h... @rccbc.bsky.social
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
What helps internationally trained physicians build lasting careers in Canada? A recent article features insights from SRPC members Dr. Jon Witt and Dr. Olukayode Olutunfese on supporting internationally trained physicians in rural practice. 🔗 canadianhealthcarenetwork.ca/enticing-for...
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Enticing foreign-trained doctors to come . . . and stay
Internationally trained physicians still face barriers, despite efforts to attract, license and retain them.
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
📣 Abstract submissions are now open for Rural Surgical Skills 2027! 📍 Banff, AB 📅 Jan 20-22, 2027 ⏰ Deadline: Oct. 5, 2026 🔗 Submit your abstract: www.xcdsystem.com/srpc/abstrac... #RuralSurgery #RuralHealth #MedEd #Surgery
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
The full conference program is now available! Join us in Thunder Bay on October 24-25 to connect, learn, and engage with colleagues passionate about rural and remote healthcare. 🔗 mini.ruralandremoteconference.ca
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Thunder Bay is calling! Registration is open for the 3rd Annual Mini Rural & Remote Medicine Conference. Join us Oct 24-25, 2026 for two days of learning, collaboration, and connection. Local or visiting, we'd love to see you there! #RuralMedicine mini.ruralandremoteconference.ca
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
We’re grateful to the @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social for recognizing the unique challenges facing rural and remote communities across Canada. SRPC looks forward to working together to support rural physicians, strengthen rural health care, and improve access to care across Canada.
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Webinar: Addressing Incivility in Healthcare 📅 Sept. 9 | 7:00–8:30 PM ET 💻 Zoom 🎟️ Free for SRPC members | $50 general admission Join Dr. Heather Murray of the CMPA for practical strategies to address incivility, strengthen teamwork and build a respectful workplace. Register: srpc.ca/rural-reach-...
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Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) @cmpa-acpm.ca · 31/08/2026
𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 can undermine teamwork—AND compromise #PatientSafety & workplace culture. 🟩Join CMPA’s Dr. Heather Murray at @srpcanada.bsky.social Rural Reach Webinar 📅September 9 | 7:00-8:30 p.m. ET Register now!➡️ 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 for SRPC members: www.xcdsystem.com/srpc/attende...
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Now Accepting Abstract Submissions! Share your knowledge, ideas and innovations at SRPC’s 3rd Annual Mini Rural & Remote Medicine Conference, October 24–25, 2026, Thunder Bay, Ontario. Deadline: August 24, 2026 👉 Submit here: mini.ruralandremoteconference.ca/abstracts/ Contact info@srpc.ca
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
🎧 Worth a listen: This recent episode of CBC’s Cross Country Checkup explores what patients lose when doctors are burning out, including the impact of pressure on emergency departments, longer wait times and physician burnout. www.cbc.ca/listen/live-... #RuralMed
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
SRPC President Dr. Sarah Giles met with the Honourable Greg Rickford, MPP for Kenora–Rainy River and Ontario’s Minister of Indigenous Affairs. They discussed strengthening rural healthcare through education, recruitment, and retention to support sustainable rural communities. #RuralMedicine #SRPC
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Today, we celebrate this beautiful country we are proud to call home. Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Canada Day from all of us at the SRPC! #canadaday2026
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Investing in rural communities isn’t charity, it’s a national necessity. Dr. Sarah Giles, President of the SRPC, shared this message during her presentation to the House of Commons Finance Committee. Watch Dr. Giles' participation at the 1:51 mark: www.cpac.ca/in-committee... #RuralMed
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
🩺 Rural Reach Webinar | June 15 @ 7 PM ET - "The Swiss Army Knife of Medicine: Is Rural ESS/OSS Right for You?" Free for SRPC Members | $50 General Admission Zoom | Recording available to registered members Register here: srpcportal.ca/event-6671248
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Family Doctor Day. Today, we recognize the family physicians supporting patients and communities across Canada every day, especially in rural and remote areas where continuity of care and a broad scope of practice are essential. Thank you for the work you do to keep care close to home. #ruralmed
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BC College of Family Physicians @bccfp.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Congratulations to the BC physicians and learner recognized by the @srpcanada.bsky.social at the 2026 SRPC Awards 👏 Honoured on April 17 in Quebec City, their leadership and commitment to rural medicine strengthen communities across BC and Canada. #RuralMedicine #SRPCAwards
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Not all physicians work in large hospitals. Some deliver babies, take shifts in the ER, and see patients in clinic — sometimes all in one day. Some care for entire communities. Today, we celebrate rural physicians. Happy National Physicians’ Day.✨#NationalPhysiciansDay 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️🌄
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Dr. Sarah Giles, President of the Society of Rural Physicians of Canada, speaks to the importance of truly connected care during discussions on the Connected Care for Canadians Act. 📍 Video source: Senate of Canada proceedings youtu.be/zbX314AQKbs?... #HealthEquity #RuralHealth #SRPC
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Dr. Sarah Giles on the Connected Care for Canadians Act | SRPC Intervention
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Celebrating the 2026 SRPC Award Winners 🎉🏆 Recognizing outstanding contributions to rural and remote health care across Canada. See all recipients: srpc.ca/awards-winne...
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Celebrating the 2026 SRPC Student & Resident Award Winners 🎉 Recognizing the future of rural and remote health care in Canada—through research, leadership, and community impact. View the full list of award winners: srpc.ca/awards-winne...
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Honouring women physicians today. Watch Dr. Jane M. Bishop’s interview: youtu.be/7xoV1ybRk4U?... #WomeinMedicine #RuralMed #JaneBishop
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Dr. Jane Bishop - Trailblazer Women in Rural Medicine
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Match Day in Canada! 🙌 Congratulations to everyone who matched today. Your hard work has led to this milestone. If today didn’t go as planned, this is not the end of your journey. Your future in medicine is bigger than one result. #RuralMed #MatchDayCanada
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Happy Resident Appreciation Week! 💙 Thank you to all our rural resident physicians for your dedication and care, and a special thanks to the SRPC Resident Committee for your leadership. We see you, we appreciate you, and we’re proud of all you do! #ResidentAppreciationWeek #RuralMedicine #SRPC
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
💙 Thinking of Tumbler Ridge. Our gratitude is with the healthcare providers who are anchors in their community, and our sympathies are with the families affected. #RuralHealthcare #CommunityStrong @rccbc.bsky.social
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
💻🏥Dr. Sarah Giles highlights the importance of secure, connected health systems, especially for rural communities. 🔗Read more:https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/02/the-government-of-canada-introduces-legislation-to-build-a-more-connected-health-care-system.html #ruralmedicine
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Healthy Debate @healthydebate.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
The euphemism economy: How Ontario health care learned to stop worrying and love the hallway healthydebate.ca/2026/01/topi...
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The euphemism economy: How Ontario health care learned to stop worrying and love the hallway - Healthy Debate
There’s a difference between softening language to ease emotional pain and softening language to hide systemic failure. One is compassion. The other is camouflage.
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
At the @usask.ca SRPC representatives Dr. Gavin Parker, Dr. Sarah Giles, Dr. Brian Geller, Dr. Jon Witt, and MP Buckley Belanger met with Canada’s Minister of Health Marjorie Michel to share perspectives on rural medicine and rural healthcare in Canada. #RuralMedicine #SRPC #Healthcare
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
At the @usask.ca SRPC President Dr. Gavin Parker, President-Elect Dr. Sarah Giles, and members Dr. Jon Witt & Dr. Brian Geller joined students to share stories & adventures in rural medicine, why they love it, and how SRPC supports learners. #RuralMedicine #FuturePhysicians #SRPC
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PracticeNWT @practicenwt.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
🏆 Last Chance to Nominate for SRPC Awards! Celebrate rural physicians making an impact in their communities. Nominations close Jan 31! 📹 Watch & nominate: srpc.ca/awards #ruralmedicine
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season from all of us at the SRPC 🎄 To those working or on call, thank you for your dedication to rural and remote communities. Happy New Year and best wishes for 2026. — The SRPC Team #RuralMedicine
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Students & residents: Enter SRPC’s Poster or Essay Contest for a chance to win $500–$1,000 and highlight your rural medicine experience. Details: srpcportal.ca/event-6014463 + srpc.ca/awards-categories/ #RuralMedicine
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
🌟 Vital FM Updates for Primary Care Rural Reach Webinar with Drs. Simon Moore & Paul Dhillon. 📅 Jan 22, 2026 • 8 PM ET 📍 Zoom Free for SRPC members • $50 General admission Not accredited. Register: srpcportal.ca/online-events #RuralMedicine
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Nominate Your Rural Peers Today! 🌾🏥 🏆 The 2026 SRPC Awards recognize the dedication and achievements of members and organizations strengthening rural healthcare in Canada. Celebrate peers for their impactful contributions to rural health. ⏰ Deadline: January 31 ➡️ More info: srpc.ca/awards/
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Energizing night in Cape Breton! 🎉 Our Nova Scotia rep met the first cohort at the new medical campus future rural generalists ready to serve their communities. 🌲 Pizza, stories, and support from med school to retirement. Once you go rural, you’re family 😉 #RuralMedicine #FutureDocs #CapeBreton
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Society of Rural Physicians of Canada – Position Statement on Québec Law 2 | Société de la médecine rurale du Canada – Énoncé de position sur la loi 2 du Québec srpc.ca/news/
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
We’re thrilled to announce that the Society of Rural Physicians of Canada (SRPC) and the Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) have signed a landmark MOU! Read More: srpc.ca/rural-health... #RuralMed
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Rural Coordination Centre of BC @rccbc.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
It’s Photo Day for #RuralHealthWeek! We’re proud to work with incredible rural physicians across BC who bring care, creativity, and heart to their communities. Thanks to everyone who shared photos today! Keep them coming and share what you love about rural health at ruralhealthweekcanada.ca/map 💚
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LeducBeaumontDevonPrimaryCareNetwork @lbdpcn.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
Throughout #RuralHealthWeek we’re proud to recognize our rural physicians like Dr. Lee Rehak. He’s a dedicated family doctor who brings his expertise and care to the heart of rural Alberta. 🌾#PhysicianAppreciation
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LeducBeaumontDevonPrimaryCareNetwork @lbdpcn.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
In honour of #RuralHealthWeek we’re recognizing the remarkable physicians who keep rural care strong. Meet Dr. Cassandra Hoggard, a rural doctor who redefines what it means to do more with less. 💚 #PhysicianAppreciation
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Day #4 of Rural Health Week 🌾 Today, we’re sharing Dr. Julie Saby, a rural generalist in her first five years of practice. Hi, I’m Julie! I work in Edson, AB, though I locum across Alberta, SK, and soon NT & BC. I also do medical humanitarian work in Guatemala. #RuralHealthWeek @rccbc.bsky.social
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Day 3 of #RuralHealthWeek! 🩺 I’m Dr. Mackenzie, in my first 5 yrs of practice in Haida Gwaii. Full-scope family medicine & loving my island community! 💙 📸 Share your rural community story on our interactive map: 👉 www.ruralhealthweekcanada.ca/map @rccbc.bsky.social #Rhpap
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Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) @cmpa-acpm.ca · 22/10/2025
It’s #RuralHealthWeek! To Canada's physicians & HC providers practising in rural communities from coast, to coast, to coast—Thank you!! Your skills, resourcefulness & care make all the difference.❤️ To @srpcanada.bsky.social: Thank you for championing this vital work. #RuralDoctors #cdnhealth
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Rural Health Advocacy in Ottawa SRPC Executive member Dr. Sarah Giles met with MP Bob Zimmer (Prince George—Peace River—Northern Rockies, BC) to discuss advanced skills and training, strengthening the rural health workforce. #RuralHealthWeek @rccbc.bsky.social
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Day 2 of Rural Health Week! 🩺 Share what you love about rural practice on our interactive map & see others across Canada 💙 #RuralHealthWeek @rccbc.bsky.social 🗺️ www.ruralhealthweekcanada.ca/map
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Rural health professionals are more than providers, they’re neighbors, mentors, lifelines. Watch their stories & share yours! #RuralHealthWeek @rccbc.bsky.social
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
It’s National Rural Health Week 2025! SRPC President Dr. Gavin Parker celebrates the dedication and heart of rural healthcare professionals across Canada. 💙 Thanks to @rccbc.bsky.social and RhPAP for leading this campaign with us! #RuralHealthWeek #ILoveRural
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Society of Rural Physicians of Canada Calls on Ontario to Reconsider CaRMS Policy on International Medical Graduates. 🔗 Read Full Release: srpc.ca/ontario-carm... @cmadocs.bsky.social
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Society of Rural Physicians of Canada @srpcanada.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
SRPC supports the CMA’s new policy on integrated health workforce planning and calls for urgent action on rural health. Read Our Response: srpc.ca/srpc-welcome... @cmadocs.bsky.social
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