Doctors and health care teams in rural communities throughout Canada are being celebrated this week as part of Canada's first National Rural Health Week Oct. 21-25, 2024. Rural primary care is a vital part of health care in BC, with several divisions of family practice serving rural areas.
Launched by the Rural Coordination Centre of BC (RCCbc) and Society of Rural Physicians of Canada (SRPC), the week celebrates the dedicated doctors and health care teams in rural communities.
This week features online activities designed to inspire, connect, and support health care professionals and advocates. Hear from rural health care providers about why they love rural practice, explore career pathways and opportunities, and help build the rural health partnership by joining a coalition of supporters. More information on the event details, schedule and registration can be found at ruralhealthweekcanada.ca.
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Upcoming events
RCCbc is offering other upcoming events in November including a BC Rural Health Research Exchange on November 14. This virtual half-day event promotes rural health research projects in British Columbia with presentations and discussions led by doctors, researchers, clinicians, and trainees (students). Everyone is welcome to join the sessions to ask questions and network with the presenters.
On November 20-27, A Rural Voices Gathering will provide an opportunity to contribute to conversations and build connections to help shape the future of health and wellness in rural BC. Co-hosted by the Rural Coordination Centre of BC (RCCbc), First Nations Health Authority, and Health Quality BC, this is an open, inclusive event for anyone who lives, works or provides services in rural, remote, First Nations, and Métis communities throughout the province.
Grants
For those of you looking to pursue innovative rural research projects that advance rural health in British Columbia, the Rural Global Health Partnership Initiative grants and Rural Physician Research Grant Program provides rural BC physicians, residents, medical students with the opportunity to apply for funding up to $10,000. Check it out.