More than 130 physician members, their guests, medical students, Division staff, and members of the Indigenous community joined us on October 20 at the Delta for a fun and interactive Annual General Meeting. This year’s theme, Connection in Action, came to life through networking, Indigenous Knowledge Keepers and performances, and a lively trivia showdown.
Watch our 90-second AGM video
and explore the AGM photo gallery to revisit the highlights.
Event Highlights:
Appy Hour
Attendees enjoyed a vibrant hub of connection and cultural learning, from browsing vendor tables and exploring plant medicine and crafts, to networking over sips and snacks and striking a pose at the photo booth.
Opening Ceremony
We were honoured to have səwəyələq Diane Sam welcome the audience and introduce local artists from the Aunty Collective, who offered a powerful drumming and singing performance and ceremony.
Directors’ Report
Dr Melissa Duff highlighted select Victoria Division achievements and developments, including:
- New Victoria Division office and PCN Allied Health Centre
This new space marks a milestone in sustainable and culturally safe team-based care and relieves family physicians of significant non-medical burdens. It’s a shining example of physician-led innovation enabled through meaningful partnerships and trusted community relationships. - A growing, connected, supported community
This year, we grew our general membership by 11%, expanded locum support, and created new opportunities for connection, engagement, and well-being. - Strategic Plan 2025-2029
Released in June, our new plan guides us towards our refreshed vision of a community where family physicians thrive and lead excellent care for all. For the first time, it also embeds a commitment to advancing Indigenous cultural competency and safety. - Widening our circles
In today’s challenging environment, the Board has asked Division staff to explore additional partnerships and funding opportunities to keep physician-led innovation strong. Further, just last month and organized by Doctors of BC, Vancouver Island Divisions of Family Practice met with Health Minister Josie Osborne at the Legislature and shared how we are improving primary care. - Supporting our most vulnerable patients
-The PCN surpassed 11,700 new patient attachments, including 1,265 high-complexity/priority and 450 maternity patients.
-The Long-term Care Initiative welcomed 14 new physicians.
-A pilot ER protocol for OUD patients helped reduce “left without being seen” rates at RJH.
-Specialist engagement and new referral resources are strengthening collegiality and easing care transitions.
Read more in the 2024–2025 Impact Report
Board Updates
- Acknowledgments
Drs Sarah Chritchley, Ali Dozzi, Brett Dueck, Melissa Duff, Margaret Manville, and Anna Mason were recognized for their board contributions as they stepped down. - 2025–2026 Board of Directors
- Continuing: Dr Kristen Iverson
- Elected by acclamation (two-year term): Dr Ami Brosseau, Dr Magnus Macnab, Dr Vikky Qi
- Elected by acclamation (one-year term): Dr Aaron Childs, Dr Ben How
- Appointed (one-year term): Dr Lauren Balogh (year-one resident physician), Dr Steve Goodchild (policy development experience), Mr Peter Lockie (financial experience), Dr Sarah MacEwan (new-to-practice physician), Dr Brynna Wilson (year-two resident physician)
- No election followed this summer’s call for nominations.
Trivia Finale
The night ended with a heart-pounding trivia showdown. From movie star guesses to Name That Tune and a paper airplane competition, our professional quizmasters kept everyone on their toes. Three teams took home the prizes, but the real win was the laughter and fun.
Thank you all for connecting, participating, and keeping our community strong.
If you have any questions or feedback, please reach out to Executive Director Catriona Park at [email protected]
