New and Emerging

Update on Receiving ColonCancerCheck FIT Results

Ontario Health (OH) has developed a memo related to receiving FIT results, following the July 1 transition of the ColonCancerCheck program to In-Common Laboratories (ICL).

OH Update: Receiving ColonCancerCheck Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) Results [English and French]

Among the key updates:

1. Work is underway to make FIT results available directly in OntarioMD-certified EMRs. In the meantime, results continue to be delivered by fax, and ICL is also calling clinicians directly about abnormal FIT results to support timely follow-up.
2. Most of you will not need to take any action regarding fax verification. If ICL requires fax verification, they will send a faxed verification form with instructions.
3. If you have more than one fax number (i.e. practice at different locations), you should ensure that each fax number has been verified. Again, ICL will request fax verification, where needed.
4. For any questions about fax verification, call ICL at 1-833-348-7667.

Together with the OMA and SGFP, we continue to work with Ontario Health to accelerate EMR integration for FIT results reporting. We will continue to keep members informed on progress towards EMR integration as updates become available.

See the OCFP’s Summary of Changes to the ColonCancerCheck Program

Clinical Application of the Long-Term Care (LTC) Fracture Prevention Recommendations for Frail Older Adults

Friday, September 4, 2026, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Register Here

1 Mainpro+Ⓡ Credit

This program aims to address existing care gaps by illustrating the application of pharmacological and non-pharmacological fracture prevention recommendations with frail older adults in LTC.

2026 OCFP Annual Meeting of Members

Thursday, September 10, 2026, 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Register Here

We invite you to join us for the OCFP’s Annual Members Meeting. If you are unable to attend, you may download, fill out, and submit the Proxy Form by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. For a more detailed agenda, the text of all motions, and all other materials, please visit the AMM page on our website.

First Five Years Community of Practice – Incorporation and Common Tax Write-offs for Physicians

Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Register Here

1 Mainpro+Ⓡ Credit

Thinking about incorporation? This webinar will provide physicians with an overview of incorporation, key tax considerations, and common deductible expenses to help support informed financial planning.

Practising Well – Supporting Children and Youth with Substance Use Concerns in Primary Care

Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Register Here

1 Mainpro+Ⓡ Credit

During this session attendees will gain tools to identify problematic substance use, learn how to navigate confidentiality and family involvement, provide brief interventions and harm reduction strategies, and determine when referral to specialized services is appropriate.

Foundations of Children’s Mental Health Workshop

Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Register Here

Up to 3 Mainpro+Ⓡ Credits

The Foundations workshop focuses on the core principles of mental health assessment in children. This session emphasizes early identification through use of evidence-based screening tools and introduces pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic management strategies.

Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention Workshop

Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Register Here

Up to 6 Mainpro+Ⓡ Credits

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.

Coming Soon: OCFP Leadership Academy

We will soon be launching the next offering of the OCFP Leadership Academy designed to support and inspire family physician leaders!

Join a growing community of physicians committed to building their leadership skills, expanding their networks, and driving positive change in family medicine. Keep your eye out for more information, and if you are interested in learning more about the program and upcoming opportunities, please email us at ocfpcme@ocfp.on.ca.

More Team-Based Care Expansion on The Way

The province has announced a September 2026 call for proposals to create or expand approximately 78 primary care teams. This new $250-million investment is part of the government’s $3.4 billion Primary Care Action Plan, which aims to connect every Ontarian to primary care by 2029.

The OCFP has continued to advocate for more team-based primary care given the known benefits. Team-based care when optimized improves patient access, supports the delivery high-quality care, and enhances patient and provider satisfaction. We will continue to champion approaches that enable family physicians across all payment and practice models to participate, and for funding to include criteria focused on integrating interprofessional resources into physician-led workflows to create added capacity.

Find more partner opportunities on our website.