Newsflash September 10, 2026
This edition features the expanded FPSC team-based care grant, Indigenous cultural learning opportunities, the AGM quiz show demystified, Black physician engagement, and more. Read the Newsflash here.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30th marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. If you’d like to explore ways to take another step on the journey to Truth and Reconciliation and recognize the Survivors, the children who didn’t return home and their families, consider exploring these opportunities: Capital Bike Truth & Reconciliation Ride – September 30, […]
First Nations Community-Based Experiential Learning Session in Victoria
Consider joining this in-person, immersive learning session by the Joint Collaborative Committees (JCCs) in collaboration with Len Pierre Consulting. The evening is designed to support family physicians and their teams on the journey toward cultural safety and creates opportunities to build ongoing relationships with our local Indigenous communities. Date: Wednesday, September 16 Time: 5–9 pm (dinner included) Location: Friendship Hall in […]
Do you have space for a family physician in your practice?
Does your practice have current or foreseeable vacancies? Please let the Victoria Division of Family Practice know. Early notice of retirement, or other changes to your practice, helps with recruitment, matching new physicians with the right environment, and maintaining continuity of care. Post opportunities on our website or contact Gillian with questions: [email protected]
Quiz show at our AGM – here’s how it works
Curious about the quiz show at our Oct 208 AGM? This type of lively, non-medical game returns by popular demand after last year’s trivia success. Think recognizing music snippets or completing fun challenges with your tablemates. Guided by Victoria’s own Quizmaster Benji, this friendly table-to-table competition is all about belly laughs and teamwork! Members, RSVP […]
FPSC Team-Based Care Grant expanded
Family physicians can now access expanded funding through the Family Practice Services Committee’s (FPSC’s) revised Team-based Care Grant, which combines the former Team-based Care (TBC) and Minor Tenant Improvement (MTI) grants into one streamlined application process. There are $15k per FTE (minimum 0.2 FTE) available to support recruitment and integration of a new interprofessional team member and up to $24k for one […]
Physician Health & Wellness Events & Resources
Available to you on an ongoing basis: Greater Victoria Peer Support Program: confidential, short-term, non-clinical emotional support South Island Physicians Walking Group: Next walk Saturday, September 19, 1–2:30 pm (ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱/John Dean Provincial Park) Mindful Monday: September 14, 8–9 pm Stay tuned for new Dips for Docs and Mindful Mondays dates. Need help now? Please call the Physician […]
Register now for our AGM – a little business and lots of fun!
Join us for the Victoria Division of Family Practice Annual General Meeting (AGM) – and Annual General Mingling – for a great evening of connection, with a little business and lots of fun! Last year’s post-business trivia was a hit, and we’re bringing it back with a new twist, this time led by Victoria’s own […]
Black Physicians of BC: Island Regional Engagement Session
Are you a Black physician, resident, trainee, or medical student? Black Physicians of BC (BPBC) is seeking your input to ensure the priorities and experiences of Black physicians and medical learners across BC are reflected in its next 5-year strategic plan. Date: Tuesday, September 15 Time: 4:30–6:00 pm Facilitator: Dr. Chris Applewhite Location: Zoom Register here.
South Island Violence Prevention Sessions
South Island Violence Prevention Sessions Island Health’s classroom violence prevention education sessions provide physicians and medical staff in the South Island with strategies to prevent and de-escalate violent situations, allowing them to better protect themselves, their patients, and their colleagues. Compensation available for high-risk providers. Alternative dates: Tuesday, September 29, 5–8:30 pm, Victoria General Hospital […]
