Have your say: Scope of practice proposals under MoH review
Doctors of BC is collecting member feedback on proposed scope of practice changes under review by the Ministry of Health for regulated health professions, affecting pharmacists, physical therapists, registered midwives, optometrists, registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses, and audiologists. If you are interested in providing feedback, please click here by March 16.
Newsflash February 26, 2026
This edition features a focus group on longitudinal care for patients with OUD, Caregiver Rx Social Prescribing, the Victoria Prenatal Service closure, and more. Read it here.
Longitudinal FP voice needed: What do you need to care for patients with OUD?
The Division is seeking your family physician input on what is required to provide effective longitudinal care for patients with Opioid Use Disorder. Join a multidisciplinary dinner to share practical insights and help design a model that will work in your real-world practice. Date: Wednesday, March 11 Time: 6 – 8:30 pm Location: Delta Ocean […]
Caregiver Rx Social Prescribing new on Pathways
The Caregiver Rx Social Prescribing service by Family Caregivers of BC is now listed on Pathways. When you refer a caregiver through a social prescription, they receive: Emotional support Help navigating systems and services Connection to community resources Education and information on resilience, well-being and managing stress 3 simple ways to refer Refer using […]
Island Health update: Victoria Prenatal Service closed
The Victoria Prenatal Service at Victoria General Hospital has closed. The step follows Island Health investments to strengthen maternity services, including recruitment of new family physicians and registered midwives. Updated early pregnancy care resources are available – for clinics: BC Divisions – Prenatal Checklists, for patients: Early Pregnancy Patient Handout (includes contact for connections to […]
Directing unattached patients to the Health Connect Registry
Many unattached patients are still not registered with the Health Connect Registry (HCR), Health Link BC’s central website and phone line to register for a community family physician or nurse practitioner. Please continue directing unattached patients to the HCR. Interested in posters for your clinic? Access printable versions here. For colour-printed posters and wallet cards, […]
Meet Gillian, the VDFP’s Recruitment & Practice Transitions Manager
Gillian leads physician recruitment for Victoria, supporting family physicians from across Canada and internationally as they explore opportunities in our community. She partners with local clinics to find the right fit and supports physicians through growth, transitions, and retirement. Planning your next step? Gillian would love to connect: [email protected]
Applications open for Island Health PQI cohorts
Are you interested in joining one of Island Health’s upcoming funded Physician Quality Improvement (PQI) cohorts? Registration is now open for the March 13 (year-long virtual + in-person program) and May 29 (2-day in-person workshop) deadlines. Read more
Divisions Dispatch March 25, 2026
The latest edition of the provincial Family Practice Services Committee’s Divisions Dispatch includes a physician reflection on practice-data-sharing anxieties, the new adult ADHD care pathway, and more that will not be duplicated in the Newsflash. Read it here.
ICYMI: Planning to expand your clinic or retire?
Island Health is inviting Vancouver Island clinics to apply to fill an upcoming family physician vacancy through the 2026 UBC International Medical Graduate Program. This program offers clinics the opportunity to welcome a newly-graduated, practice-ready family physician in summer 2027. Physicians are Canadian citizens who completed medical school abroad, have successfully matched to a UBC […]
