Funding Available: Peer Engagement for Family Physicians
After reading this article, you can find more information on the Peer Engagement Initiative, including an informative video, here.
The Vancouver Physician Peer Engagement Grants Program is an exciting new opportunity for family doctors and primary care teams in Vancouver. Designed to foster connection and collaboration, this initiative provides funding to compensate organizers and attendees of small-group sessions where practitioners can share ideas, solve common challenges, and strengthen community ties. Whether you’re a seasoned physician or just starting your practice, this is your chance to build meaningful connections within your community. Curious? Visit the program website for details and to apply.
Imagine sitting down with colleagues in an intimate setting, brainstorming patient care strategies, and finding solutions to shared challenges such as:
- Staff safety
- Physician mental health
- Resources you depend on to serve your patients
- The practice impact of new technology such as Artificial Intelligence scribes
- System level issues
- Interpersonal issues within clinic teams
- Insights about each others’ practice focus
These conversations can spark real-world improvements, not just in your own clinic but across your community.
Why You Should Organize a Peer Engagement Session
Family doctors and primary care teams know the value of community—but carving out time to connect meaningfully can be a challenge. This program provides sessional payments to compensate the organizer and participants for their time investment. By organizing a session, you can:
- Build Stronger Relationships: Strengthen ties with colleagues in your community and enhance your professional network.
- Collaborate Across Clinics: Work with others to address shared challenges, creating solutions that benefit everyone.
- Spark Innovation: Learn from your peers’ successes, whether it’s adopting new technologies or streamlining practice management.
Some examples of events you can propose include mentorship circles, facilitated workshops, or informal gatherings that bring together practitioners from at least two clinics. With funding available to cover sessional payments for both organizers and participants, this is a low-risk, high-reward way to invest in your professional community.
Don’t Wait—Apply Today!
This is your chance to make a meaningful impact, both in your practice and within your neighbourhood. The Vancouver Physician Peer Engagement Program is here to help you succeed. Sessions can include anywhere from 3 to 20 participants, so don’t hesitate to start small.
Ready to make a difference? Click here to learn more and apply. There’s also a handy project planning guide to get you started. Together, we can transform patient care—one conversation at a time.
