The CMA is deeply disappointed that the Alberta government has invoked the notwithstanding clause to interfere in the clinical care of patients. Our statement ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4i3bOxY

We’re pleased the federal government listened to health care providers and patients to maintain planned health spending increases in Budget 2025 with a commitment to invest $5 billion in health infrastructure 🧵👇

The CMA supports the Renew 72 campaign, calling for the reintroduction of Bill C-72 — the connected care for Canadians act, to enable secure interoperable data that improves care for all. Learn more: www.renew72.ca

Ontario's new rule limiting opportunities for IMGs who didn't attend high school in the province risks worsening Canada's family doctor shortage. The CMA & CFPC are urging the Ontario government to reconsider this policy to prevent further strain on family medicine programs. Our joint statement ⬇️

Canada's health ministers have a generational opportunity to improve #AccessToCare. As governments meet this week, health organizations are urging ministers to act on solutions that improve access, strengthen primary care & support our health workforce. Statement👇

Preliminary data from the 2025 National Physician Health Survey shows that while there's been some improvement since the pandemic, physicians are still struggling with excessive workloads and burnout. We have a long way to go, but there are solutions to ensure physicians are safe, healthy and well.

The @who.int described #ClimateChange as the single greatest threat facing humanity. Now's the time to prepare for what lies ahead. Today, CMA President @drmargotburnell.bsky.social kicks off the @theglobeandmail.com event in Toronto, exploring solutions to severe health impacts of climate change.

Parliament has returned with an ambitious agenda for uncertain times. Join us Oct. 2 (6:30–7:30 pm ET) as Health Minister Marjorie Michel, Alex Munter, Dr. Margot Burnell & Dr. Jean-Joseph Condé discuss how we can unite for better care. Register: bit.ly/4ggsHV8

Childhood vaccines prevent illness and save lives. The CMA stands with America's doctors to call on Florida to reverse its plans to end vaccine mandates, including those required for school attendance. Vaccines are one of the safest, most effective tools in the fight against preventable diseases.

Canadians are facing another severe wildfire season, posing serious threats to public health. What can we do to combat this? Join us for a discussion w/ @theglobeandmail.com about #ClimateChange, its impact on health and critical solutions we need to strive forward. Register now: tgam.ca/3HeMJCw

Admin burden is the top contributor to physician burnout. We’re digging deeper to understand the root causes and identify areas of action. Share your experience in our first national baseline survey on admin burden, and help shape the future of physician wellness. Take the survey: bit.ly/3Uw62tZ

Canada's seeing a 718% spike in U.S doctors verifying credentials to work here. The interest is real. But licensing changes alone aren't enough. We need modernized immigration policies to turn interest into impact. Read more👇

Fixing health care is more than a policy issue - it's a nation-building priority. As federal, provincial and territorial leaders gather in Muskoka, the CMA is urging them to include health care in Canada's economic future. 89% of Canadians agree: improving #AccessToCare is key to a stronger country.

With ERs shutting down and extreme temperatures rising across the country, Canada’s health care system is taking a hit this summer. Let’s call on all levels of government to find solutions – for every season of the year.

On Canada day, we're reminded that health care is an integral part of nation-building. A stronger Canada means ensuring everyone — across all communities can access timely and equitable care when they need it. That's the future we're working towards. 🇨🇦

Nous sommes soulagés de voir que la Cour du Banc du Roi de l’Alberta a accordé une injonction qui rétablit la capacité des médecins de l'Alberta à prendre des décisions cliniques fondées sur des données probantes, en consultation avec les patients et patientes et leurs familles.

We are relieved to see the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta grant an injunction which restores Alberta physicians' ability to make clinical decisions based on evidence, in consultation with patients and their families. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Last night at the @cjf-fjc.bsky.social Awards in Toronto, @lenardmonkman.bsky.social was awarded the Indigenous Health Fellowship – a meaningful collaboration between CJF and @cmadocs.bsky.social ‬to support Indigenous voices in health journalism.

At the meeting in Saskatoon today, we welcome the First Ministers' intention to break down interprovincial barriers, including obstacles to labour mobility.

We now need to see the details of the plan and a path to making these intentions a reality.

The CMA is ready to work with all governments to make this happen and to improve our #CDNhealth care system.

Congratulations @drmargotburnell.bsky.social! Your experience and passion for patient care comes at a crucial time. Looking forward to your leadership and advocacy 👏

The CMA welcomes @drmargotburnell.bsky.social as President. A New Brunswick oncologist, she brings decades of frontline experience and a clear vision: improve #AccessToCare, advance Indigenous reconciliation, reduce #AdminBurden & more. Full news release here 👇 bit.ly/43l7nch

What’s next for health care in Canada? At #CMAHealthSummit 2025, experts tackled policy shifts, AI, advancing Indigenous self-determination and cross-border impacts in the era of Trump. With an election already in motion, these discussions were more important than ever. Catch the highlights here 👇

Today is Canadian Women Physicians Day – a critical time to applaud the invaluable contributions of women in the medical profession, whilst also recognizing there's a lot of work ahead of us. We must continue to support women in medicine to ensure a fully equitable future of Canadian health.