We understand the unique challenges rural family doctors face—from limited resources to high patient loads and professional isolation. Rural family doctors deserve focused support to continue serving their communities. Don’t miss this important upcoming event shedding light on rural healthcare needs!

Join the Rural Voices Gathering, November 20 and 27.

Hosted by the Rural Coordination Centre of BC, First Nations Health Authority and Health Quality BC, this province-wide event is looking for participants and facilitators to help shape key discussions.

This is an opportunity to share and celebrate progress and innovations and move towards actionable commitments to improve health and wellness for our rural communities.

Dates and times

  • November 20 8:30am – 12 pm PT (virtual)
  • November 27 8:30am – 12 pm PT (virtual)
  • TBD In-person community discussions (various dates)

Topics

  • The Ministry of Health’s rural and remote health strategy
  • Transportation for health services
  • Selection, education and training for health care providers from rural, remote, First Nations and Métis communities
  • Hybrid health care including peer-to-peer virtual support, in-person and virtual patient consultations

To get involved as a participant or facilitator, click here.

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