Our Partners

Team Primary Care is an interprofessional initiative of the Foundation for Advancing Family Medicine funded by Employment and Social Development Canada. It is co-led by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Canadian Health Workforce Network, in partnership with over 100 health professional and educational organizations across Canada.

  • The Foundation for Advancing Family Medicine (FAFM) was established in 1994 to better serve the future of family medicine. The Foundation is dedicated to advancing the discipline of family medicine through research and education initiatives.

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  • The College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) is the professional organization that represents more than 42,000 members across the country. The College establishes the standards for and accredits postgraduate family medicine training in Canada's 17 medical schools. It reviews and certifies continuing professional development programs and materials that enable family physicians to meet certification and licensing requirements.

  • The Canadian Health Workforce Network is a knowledge exchange network of researchers, decision-makers and other knowledge users with expertise in health workforce planning, policy and management.

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  • ACCES Employment provides a wide range of effective job search programs and services. We have seven locations throughout the Greater Toronto Area to serve you and we provide the convenience of online services that are available to jobseekers locally, nationally and internationally for approved pre-arrival immigrants. Our virtual service offerings include information sessions, webinars and online programs, as well as VERA, our Virtual Employment and Resource Attendant who is available at any time to answer your questions.

  • Founded in 1945, first as the Canadian Conference of Pharmaceutical Faculties (CCPF), the Association of Faculties of Pharmacy of Canada (AFPC) is a non-profit organization and is committed to advancing pharmacy education and research. AFPC is the national voice for academic pharmacy, providing leadership and resources for faculty members across Canada. Almost 1,300 new pharmacists graduate from the ten universities each year and about 600 students are enrolled in graduate programs.

  • The Black Physicians of Canada aim to build a community of Black physicians and physicians-in-training as well as creating social networks and learning together. We will focus on providing mentorship for Black physicians and physicians in training, as well as advocacy, representation, guidance, support, encouragement, resources and advice.

  • CAEP provides continuing medical education, advocates on behalf of emergency physicians and their patients, supports research and strengthens the EM community. In co-operation with other specialties and committees, CAEP also plays a vital role in the development of national standards and clinical guidelines.

  • The Canadian Association of General Surgeons (CAGS) is Canada’s only national organization representing the interests of General Surgeons. Our Mission is to empower general surgeons to improve patients’ lives through continued advocacy, education, and research. We advocate on behalf of academic, community, rural and remote General Surgeons on issues related health human resources, transition of practice, pay equity, and the required access to resources to provide care for patients, and for quality of care for surgical patients.

  • CFPNA is a volunteer Nursing Association that provides a national voice for nurses in primary care through leadership, mentorship and fostering expertise.

  • The Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) is the national certifying body for medical laboratory technologists and medical laboratory assistants, and the national professional society for Canada's medical laboratory professionals. We are a not-for-profit organization that is funded entirely by membership dues and revenues from goods and services. We do not receive operational funding from governments or other organizations.

  • CaSPR is a professional not-for-profit society that consists of individuals who are involved with physician recruitment from across Canada. CaSPR was initially formed as a Regional Chapter of the Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment and maintains a liaison relationship with theparent organization.

  • The Canadian Association of Physicians with Disabilities is a not-for-profit, social networking and support organization for physicians in Canada hoping to connect with one another.

  • The Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) was founded in 1926 to monitor employment conditions and to establish standards of practice within the profession, the CASW has evolved into a national voice. The CASW Federation is comprised of 10 provincial and territorial partner organizations.

  • ​​​The Canadian Interprofessional Health Collaborative (CIHC) has been working for more than a decade to strengthen the knowledge base and ​practice for collaborative,patient-centred practice.

  • The CMHA is a federated charity, which means we are a collective of organizations bound together by a brand and mission. Together, we identify and respond to Canada’s most pressing mental health priorities. At the national level, we push for nationwide system and policy change. At the community level, millions of people in Canada rely on CMHA’s extensive grassroots presence. 

  • CPA recognizes a society where understanding of diverse human needs, behaviours and aspirations drive legislation, policies and programs for individuals, organizations and communities. CPA is committed to advancing research, knowledge and the application of psychology in the service of society through advocacy, support and collaboration.

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  • ​​The PharmD/MHA program combines a professional, patient-oriented qualification with a master’s degree that provides the systems level thinking needed by health care leaders. This program builds on the success of the long-standing JD/MHA which has proven to bring diverse perspectives that enrich the classroom experience of all students.

  • ​​Dalhousie Family Medicine is committed to advancing the discipline of family medicine through research and education in primary health care, teaching to family medicine residents and to Dalhousie medical students and demonstrating our commitment to lifelong learning and the dissemination of knowledge to Maritime family physicians.

  • The Equity in Health Systems (EqHS) Lab was established in September 2021 by Dr. Jerry Maniate.. Drawing together leaders, influencers and learners from diverse backgrounds has facilitated the creation of a unique community and social network that is based on shared principles and approach.

  • ​​HMC Connections was founded in 1978 by volunteers from a number of local cultural groups who wanted to create a welcoming community for newcomers and refugees.

  • As Indigenous physicians and students who are diversely rooted in our traditional teachings and our respective communities, IPAC members embrace and commit to collaboratively use our skills, abilities and experiences to advance the health of our nations, communities, families and individuals.

  • The Indigenous Primary Health Care Council is focused on supporting the advancement and evolution of Indigenous health care service provision and planning throughout Ontario.

  • Part of the UHN Research family, TIER plays a critical role in improving the quality of education and overall competency of learners, while helping to ensure health care providers across all disciplines are well-poised to respond to emerging technologies and medical breakthroughs.

  • The University of Laval Medical School is a French-language institution located in Quebec City, Quebec. As a French-speaking institution, Laval Medical School primarily focuses on the educational and medical needs of the province.

  • La Faculté de pharmacie de l'Université Laval se démarque par la qualité de son enseignement, ses chercheurs de calibre international et ses installations à la fine pointe de la technologie. Elle offre des programmes d'études et de formation destinés aux étudiants et aux professionnels.

  • The McGill Family Medicine Department is home to an exceptional community of primary health care professionals, researchers, students and support staff, whose mission is to contribute to the health of the population and the sustainability of the healthcare system in Quebec as well as in Canada and internationally, by training residents, medical students and other health care professionals, promoting innovation in practice, developing research and scholarly activity, promoting curriculum innovation and education research, and engaging in international and global health activities.

  • The Department of Family Medicine at McMaster is focused on strengthening the impact of family medicine on the health and well-being of all people and their communities. Our team is accomplishing this through collaboration, capacity building and person-centredness. Building on a 50 year history, we are changing the way health care is designed and delivered in Canada.

  • Memorial University’s Faculty of Medicine is committed to providing the highest standard of medical education and supporting health research with the goal of advancing the health of the people and communities we serve. We are leaders in rural medical education and have received national and international awards and recognition.

  • Memorial University offers Canada's most hands-on pharmacy program. Learn cutting-edge theory in an up-close and personal environment.

  • The Midwives Association of British Columbia (MABC) is the professional association for midwives in BC and is registered under the Societies Act. The MABC’s objectives are to promote the profession of midwifery within the province of British Columbia, advocate for the ongoing development and enhancement of midwifery services and provide continuing education opportunities for its members.

  • The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) leads the development and dissemination of innovative programs and tools to support the mental health and wellness of Canadians. Through its unique mandate from the Government of Canada, the MHCC supports federal, provincial, and territorial governments as well as organizations in the implementation of sound public policy.

  • NOSM: Family Medicine’s goal is to educate family physicians to enter practice anywhere, with an advanced and adaptable skillset to suit your individual and community needs. We have a dynamic group of residents and faculty who will help you feel at home from day one! Many of our clinical teachers have generalist practices with various roles and responsibilities, working in clinics, hospitals and long-term care facilities, as well as many other environments.

  • NOSM University is one of the greatest medical education success stories of Canada. Born of a grassroots movement, NOSM University is a made-in-the-North solution to regional health care inequalities. Its internationally recognized distributed, community-engaged learning (DCEL) model is distinctive and has grown into something extraordinary.

  • The NWT School Health Program was developed in the 1990s as a full program of studies to support teachers in having all needed materials easily at hand and so that the northern-context teaching and graphic illustrations would allow students to see themselves, their families and communities.

  • The Department of Health is responsible for health services and social programming in Nunavut. Staff at the Department of Health work to improve the health and well-being of Nunavummiut by addressing the differing needs of each community through culturally appropriate programs and services.

  • The Potential Group is focused on leading sustainable Strategic Change and Innovation in healthcare and other socially accountable spaces.

  • Queen’s University: Family Medicine is focused on leading family medicine through education, research, advocacy, and socially accountable practices. Preparing tomorrow’s family physicians to provide exemplary, comprehensive care for all, within the diverse communities they serve.

  • The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada is committed to advancing learning for specialist physicians to deliver the best health care for all.

  • Since our inception in 2006, RCCbc has grown into a network of hundreds of people—rural physicians and other healthcare providers, healthcare administrators, community members, policymakers, educators, researchers, and non-profit and business leaders—guided by the principles of cultural safety and humility.

  • The SOGC is one of Canada’s oldest national specialty organizations. Established in 1944, the Society’s mission is to lead the advancement of women’s health through excellence and collaborative professional practice. The SOGC has over 4,000 members, comprised of obstetricians, gynaecologists, family physicians, nurses, midwives, and allied health professionals working in the field of sexual reproductive health.

  • The Society of Rural Physicians of Canada (SRPC) is the national voice of Canadian rural physicians. Founded in 1992, the SRPC’s mission is championing rural generalist medical care through education, collaboration, advocacy and research.

  • Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of British Columbia’s vision is to be a catalyst for change in pharmacy practice and the pharmaceutical sciences, and as innovators in pharmacy education, research and practice, our goal is to support the optimization of drug therapy in the pursuit of improved patient outcomes.

  • The University of British Columbia is a global centre for teaching, learning and research, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world. UBC embraces innovation and transforms ideas into action. Since 1915, UBC has been opening doors of opportunity for people with the curiosity, drive and vision to shape a better world.

  • La Faculté de pharmacie a pour mission d’assurer un leadership en formation et en recherche sur le médicament et les soins pharmaceutiques par une approche interdisciplinaire et innovante permettant de relever les défis de santé de notre société.

  • The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta, is one of the world's elite academic health sciences centres, where top students are taught by award-winning educators and mentored by renowned scientists in a dynamic learning environment. We conduct our teaching, research and patient care in accordance with the highest international standards. We work with our partners in education, research and health care for the greater good of the local, regional and global community.

  • Serving as Alberta's sole pharmacy school since 1914, the University of Alberta, Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, holds consistent rankings among the top three institutions in Canada, top 50 globally, and top 15 for global research. We offer high quality education and develop exceptional student pharmacists, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows and prepare our graduates for a variety of careers in pharmacy practice, research, and teaching. Our graduates go on to influence the continuously changing healthcare field through their leadership in the areas of policy, practice, and business.

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  • A prescription is just the first step to better health. Pharmacists also provide the advice, knowledge and support patients need to use their medication safely and effectively. At the College of Pharmacy, our mission is to lead transformative pharmacy education, research and service.

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  • For over 50 years, the University of Manitoba’s Department of Family Medicine has been positively influencing the health of individuals, families and communities across Manitoba. Through clinical work, teaching and innovative research, family medicine is making a difference.

  • As the first and largest bilingual faculty of medicine in Canada, we offer a competitive education in a dynamic learning environment. At the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Medicine, you will have access to state-of-the art facilities and specialized institutions as you learn alongside world-class physicians and scientists. We are a national leader in medical education and research intensity, and rank among the top faculties of medicine in the world for clinical medicine, public health, and research impact.

  • At the University of Saskatchewan, Department of Academic Family Medicine, our goal is to play a central role in optimizing health for, and with, Saskatchewan communities, families, and individuals. We strive to do this by demonstrating excellence and innovation in service, education, and scholarly activity.

  • The College of Pharmacy and Nutrition maintains deep historical roots, dating back to the formative years of the University of Saskatchewan – a university intended, first and foremost, to serve the people of Saskatchewan.

  • At the University of Toronto Department of Family and Community Medicine (DFCM), our 2,000+ faculty of teachers and researchers train the next generation of family doctors and improve clinical care in Canada and abroad. Family doctors are specialists in the health and well-being of people, families and communities. We care for all ages, genders, body parts and diseases.

  • With nearly 1,000 undergraduate and over 140 graduate students walking the halls of our iconic building, the University of Toronto’s Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy is a recognized global leader in the fields of pharmacy education and research. Together, we are moving science and health through a focus on excellence and innovation.

  • SAC is a membership-driven organization that supports, promotes and elevates the professions of our members and associates. We are the only national organization passionately supporting and representing speech-language pathologists, audiologists and communication health assistants inclusively. Through this support, we champion the needs of people with communication disorders.

  • Our Department, with over 320 faculty members in 6 full-affiliated and 9 community-affiliated hospitals, is one of the most diverse Obstetrics & Gynaecology departments in North America. Our faculty are experts in all areas of Women's Health, ranging from management of high-risk pregnancies and reproductive endocrinology and infertility to gynaecologic oncology and minimally invasive surgery.

  • The Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at the University of Toronto has a rich history of clinical and scientific excellence. Founded in 1907, it is the oldest and largest academic anesthesia department in Canada and one of the largest in North America.

  • As Canada’s most innovative pharmacy school, we are leading the future of healthcare through a strategic integration of experiential learning, impact-driven research, entrepreneurial culture, community partnerships, and teaching and academic excellence. Strategically located in the Innovation District in Downtown Kitchener, we are the anchor institution of the Health Sciences Campus at Waterloo.

  • VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is a not-for-profit charitable organization that offers 24/7 health care and support services to people of all ages and cultural backgrounds. Founded in 1925 as the Visiting Homemakers Association, VHA’s goal is to provide clients with spectacular service when, where and how they want it to support their independence.

  • The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University has a long tradition of excellence, beginning with founding of the medical school in 1881 and continuing with the formation of the dental school in 1964. Our reputation has been built by dedicated teachers, breakthrough discoveries, our commitment to social responsibility and our affinity for strategic partnerships. Today, Schulich Medicine & Dentistry is a leading Canadian centre of outstanding education and research shaping health care for the next generation.

  • WILL was founded in 1984 as a nonprofit community organization dedicated to helping immigrants find work. We drive innovative employment solutions to bring immigrants and employers together.

  • The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) is the national organization that supports more than 20,000 occupational therapists (OTs), occupational therapist assistants (OTAs) and students who work or study in Canada. OTs improve the health and well-being of Canadians by working in partnership with people and communities that help them participate more fully in activities that are important to their everyday lives.

  • The Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA) represents more than 8,000 licensed Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs) and 10 Provincial Chiropractic Associations as the national voice for the chiropractic profession in Canada. We continually strive to provide exceptional membership value by promoting innovation, excellence and integrity in the delivery of chiropractic care; addressing national issues that impact musculoskeletal health with a unified voice; strengthening interprofessional relations with fellow healthcare professionals and team-based care; and fostering the development of and sharing responsibility for research.

  • Located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, CMCC is a world leader in chiropractic education and research. As an academic institution, CMCC offers a second entry undergraduate professional degree, postgraduate studies and continuing education programs. Our undergraduate Doctor of Chiropractic program is our largest educational program.

  • The Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) is the voice for Canada’s growing community of respiratory therapists. Inspired by its more than 50 years of history, the CSRT is a vibrant organization with an exciting future.

  • At Queens, we stand on a strong history of scholarship, discovery, and innovation. Our education transforms Queen’s students. Our diversity enriches the community. Our research changes the world. Together, we are tackling humanity’s greatest challenges.

  • At University of Toronto, Scarborough, Department of Health and Society, our department is committed to interdisciplinary research and teaching about health, disability, illness, and disease. We are home to over 800 committed undergraduate students and faculty who are enrolled in one of our four, interlinked majors.

  • Portée par les quatre grandes valeurs ancrées dans son ADN, l’Université de Sherbrooke (UdeS) s’engage avec ses communautés pour former des citoyennes et citoyens responsables qui changent le monde.

  • York Region's paramedics are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care to patients in York Region. They respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, are available to provide standby service for special events and can give presentations about health and safety topics.

  • CACHE is a strategic partnership between the University of Toronto and the Toronto Academic Health Science Network with the University Health Network as lead hospital.

  • The Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA) represents over 16,000 physiotherapy professionals and students across Canada. CPA members are rehabilitation professionals dedicated to the health, mobility, and fitness of Canadians. In partnership with provincial and territorial Branches and practice Divisions, the CPA enables members to learn, share knowledge, and enhance practice.

  • Unity Health Toronto is one of Canada’s largest Catholic healthcare networks serving patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education.