Welcome to Ontario College of Family Physicians
What you need to know:
President's Message
Interprofessional Primary Care Team Proposal Update, Scope Expansion, Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities
Equity-oriented Primary Care Attachment
Starts on
Thu, Oct 9, 2025 12:00 pm EDT
In this session, our panel will outline a pathway for equitable attachment to primary care.
Infectious Disease & Managing Nutrition
Starts on
Fri, Oct 17, 2025 8:00 am EDT
Please join us for the 97th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday October 17, 2025.
Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention Workshop – October 2025
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Tue, Oct 21, 2025 9:00 am EDT
In this workshop, facilitators will share insights from the 2023 updated clinical practice guideline for management of osteoporosis and fracture prevention in Canada, as well as actionable tools for screening, diagnosing and optimizing care.
Authorizing Cannabis
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Wed, Oct 22, 2025 8:00 am EDT
Since 2018, patients have been able to access medical cannabis that has been authorized by a physician who signs a medical document.
COVID-19: Sharing and Healing from Past Experiences of Caring for Patients during the Pandemic
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Wed, Nov 26, 2025 8:00 am EST
Collectively, physicians faced and/or continue to face a trauma related to caring for patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Supporting the Health of Newly Arrived Refugees in Primary Care
Starts on
Thu, Nov 27, 2025 12:00 pm EST
In this session, we will explore how Family Physicians and Primary Care Providers can better support the health needs of newly arrived refugees in Canada.
Psychedelics and the Use in Treatment of Mental Health
Starts on
Wed, Dec 10, 2025 8:00 am EST
There is growing interest in the use of psychedelics for the treatment of PTSD, depression and substance use disorders.
New HPV Testing for Cervical Screening — Information for Family Physicians
A summary of the new human papillomavirus (HPV) testing for cervical screening recommendations from the Ontario Cervical Screening Program (OCSP).
Measles
This resource provides the most up-to-date information on prevention and management of suspected cases in your practice.
Universal RSV Prevention Program: Summary Updates
This document outlines the updated RSV prevention programs in Ontario and the role of family physicians.
Transition to Practice Guide
This comprehensive resource provides essential insights into different practice models, compensation and benefits, regulatory requirements and more.
Information for Family Physicians About Mycoplasma pneumoniae Infection
This resource provides information on Mycoplasma pneumoniae Infection, including symptoms, testing, and treatment options.
COVID-19: Vaccines, Treatments and Testing Summary Information for Family Physicians
Updates on vaccines, testing and treatments for COVID-19.
Clinical Updates for Family Physicians: Fall 2024
The following summary highlights new and updated prevention programs in place to address seasonal respiratory and other significant illnesses affecting Ontarians.
May 15, 2025
Ontario Budget 2025: Momentum to Strengthen Primary Care
The Ontario College of Family Physicians (OCFP) welcomes the 2025 Ontario Budget and recent government announcements as meaningful steps to improve access to family doctors and strengthen the province’s healthcare system.
April 9, 2025
Brampton Family Physician Quarterbacks Care After Catastrophic Car Accident
Andree Decoste, of Brampton, credits her family doctor, Dr. Christopher Veenema, with coordinating care for her son, David, following a catastrophic car accident in 2019, while also supporting her through challenges of her own. Thankful for his dedication and care, Andree successfully nominated Dr. Veenema to be recognized by the Ontario College of Family Physicians (OCFP) as part of a campaign to highlight the essential role of family doctors.
March 4, 2025
OCFP welcomes aspiring family physicians: CaRMS 2025
Dear aspiring Family Physicians, I want to congratulate and welcome all who have just been matched to Family Medicine. The dedication that medical students and residents bring to our profession is exceptional, and we look forward to having you join this important and rewarding profession.
February 26, 2025
The Urgent Need for a Centralized Referral System in Ontario
Enabling Family Physicians with the Right Technology Will Help Patients Receive Faster Care Dr. Nicole Desmarais has seen the tragic consequences that can result from the lack of an effective referral system, as she tries tirelessly every day to connect her patients to the specialized care they need. The sole family physician in Hanmer, a small town in Greater Sudbury, Dr. Desmarais has had patients with life-threatening illnesses waiting for months – their condition worsening – while she searches, unsuccessfully, for the specialized care her patient needs.
February 12, 2025
Using Artificial Intelligence to Combat Administrative Burden
Family physicians share how using AI scribes allows them to give time back to patients. Dr. Vineet Nair, family physician and Co-chair of the Middlesex London Primary Care Network, says the benefits of using an AI scribe were immediate – and now he’ll never go back to practising without one.
October 17, 2024
Family Doctors in Dufferin–Caledon Recognized for Outstanding Care and Dedication
Life with a family doctor means access to comprehensive care for Ontarians and their loved ones Nine local family doctors are being recognized by patients and the Ontario College of Family Physicians for the outstanding care they provide and dedication to the community. “What we heard from patients in all corners of the province, including in Dufferin–Caledon, is that family physicians are there for patients, providing care when they need it most,” said Dr.
October 9, 2024
Local Family Doctors Recognized by Patients for Outstanding Care and Dedication
Life with a family doctor means access to comprehensive care for Ontarians and their loved ones More than 750 family doctors from across Ontario are being recognized by their patients and the Ontario College of Family Physicians for the outstanding care they provide.
September 27, 2024
Brampton Family Physician Announced as President of Ontario College of Family Physicians
Dr. Jobin Varughese to prioritize solutions to support family physicians caring for Ontarians Dr. Jobin Varughese has been announced as President of the Ontario College of Family Physicians (OCFP), representing more than 18,000 family physicians and medical students, including residents and retired family physicians. As president, Dr. Varughese’s priorities include working toward solutions to make practise better for family physicians and ensuring they are at the forefront in leading much-needed change in our healthcare system.
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