Newsflash June 18, 2026
This edition features National Indigenous Peoples Day, LTCI recruitment success, new Cheers, supports for panel reconciliation, and more. Read it here. (Link available after Newsflash is published).
National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day
June is National Indigenous History Month, and June 21 marks National Indigenous Peoples Day – a time to celebrate Indigenous cultures, histories, and resilience. “For us as physicians, this is a moment to pause, reflect on our connection with the Indigenous communities we serve, and cultivate gratitude for the places where we live, work, and […]
12 new LTCI physicians secure care for 200+ residents
Over the past year, 12 family physicians have joined the Victoria and South Island Divisions’ Long-Term Care Initiative (Vic-SI LTCI), ensuring more than 200 residents were not left without a Most Responsible Provider (MRP). Because an MRP is required for LTC admission, physician participation directly supports bed availability across the system. Every physician who takes […]
Long-term Care Information Event
Join the Victoria-South Island Long-term Care Initiative (LTCI) for an evening of networking, conversation, and interactive learning about a long-term care practice in the South Island. Connect with experienced LTC physicians while enjoying appetizers in a casual waterfront setting. Date: Thursday, June 25 Location: Lido Waterfront Bistro Time: 5:30 pm View poster RSVP
Please complete our Practice Profile Survey by June 26
A few days are left to complete our confidential Practice Profile Survey. If you haven’t already, please take ~30 minutes to share your unique needs and experiences by June 26. Your feedback will help inform Victoria Division programs, services, and supports. Half-hour sessional remuneration is provided.
Consider joining the Board of Directors
The Victoria Division’s Nominations Committee is now welcoming candidates for the 2026 board director election. Nomination Papers can be found here. The board of directors represents the interests of our VDFP membership and advances the vision – a community where family physicians thrive and lead excellent care for all – in alignment with Division values and […]
New Cheers for Peers
A shout-out to Drs Tarndeep Chahal, Yue Xin Li, Alyx Orieux, Kamlesh Srekissoon, Rene Tandun, Sarah Valentiner, and Sayefo Zohiro, as well as medical students Connor Twa and Han Chen Wang who received Cheers! See the kudos and add your own Cheers here.
Physician Health & Wellness Events & Resources
Available to you on an ongoing basis: Greater Victoria Peer Support Program: confidential, short-term, non-clinical emotional support Dips for Docs: Saturday, June 20, 9 am at Cadboro Gyro Beach South Island Physicians Walking Group: Next walk Sunday, June 21 (East Sooke Park – Mount Maguire), 1 – 2:30 pm Need help now? Please call the Physician […]
ICYMI: Local Well-Being Index results are in
Between November 2024 and April 2026, 73 family physicians from the Victoria and South Island Divisions of Family Practice participated in the Well-Being Index (WBI) – a quick, confidential check-in specifically for physicians, developed by the Mayo Clinic to understand and improve your well-being. View our infographic to learn which local physician groups are experiencing […]
ICYMI: Join the Well-Being Index
The anonymous Well-Being Index (WBI) assessment takes just one minute to complete and provides instant personalized insights, tailored resources, and the ability to track your results over time. Learn where you stand, explore next steps, and access supports designed for your needs. In addition, aggregate WBI data helps inform programs and supports for our physician […]
