Canadian Medical Association

05/29/2026

Today, we welcome Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi as president of the CMA.

A dermatologist from St. John’s, NL, Dr. Ogunyemi is the first Black president in CMA history and among its youngest. His priorities include strengthening primary care, reducing administrative burden and advancing community-based care to better support patients across Canada.

Full news release: https://bit.ly/4u2xUFo

05/29/2026

Now’s the time to get your spot for , taking place this September 28-30 in London, UK.

Co-sponsored by the Canadian Medical Association, the British Medical Association and the American Medical Association, ICPH invites physicians, leaders and researchers from around the world to learn from inspiring speakers and cutting edge research, engage in interactive workshops and connect with others on physician well-being (including a reception for Canadian delegates!)

ICPH aims to leave participants feeling educated, supported, and well-equipped with sustainable strategies for improving physician and learner well-being and medical culture.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/434XDSz

05/26/2026

Bold ideas. Real impact. 👏
Meet the 2026 CMA Awards recipients — 14 inspiring members recognized for their leadership, innovation and commitment to advancing health care in Canada.

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The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) is proud to introduce this year’s CMA Awards recipients — 14 in

05/22/2026

The CMA supports the World Medical Association’s intervention at the World Health Assembly, highlighting urgent concerns about rising false health information, declining trust, and moves away from evidence-based immunization.

These trends are being felt in Canada, where false health information is impacting care and straining physicians. We are proud to work with global partners through the WMA to advance coordinated, evidence-based solutions that protect public trust and health.

05/21/2026

“International physicians are not just filling gaps; we are expanding capabilities, both clinically and culturally.” 🩺

In the latest episode of The Mosaic of Care, we sit down with Dr. Dipeeka Kumari, a physician making a profound impact in Winkler, Manitoba. 🇨🇦

Dr. Kumari shares her inspiring journey of immigrating from Pakistan, navigating the Canadian health care system, and her experience with the Manitoba Licensure Program for International Medical Graduates (MLPIMG).

International Medical Graduates (IMGs) bring invaluable perspectives to our communities, bridging cultural gaps and strengthening patient care where it’s needed most.

🎬 Watch the full story on YouTube, link in bio!

05/21/2026

In this next chapter of “Voices of the Profession”, Dr. Ali Butt, a first-year family-medicine resident at the University of Toronto opens up about his dream of becoming a doctor, his grassroots advocacy at the CMA and what military service taught him about leadership.

The CMA’s Voices of the Profession series spotlights members from every career stage who are advocating with us for a stronger profession and a better future of health. Here, Dr. Ali Butt, a first-year family medicine resident at the University of Toronto (U of T), opens up about his dream of beco...

05/20/2026

Congratulations to Karyn Pugliese, this year's recipient of The Canadian Journalism Foundation Indigenous Health Journalism Fellowship, in partnership with the CMA 👏

The fellowship highlights critical health issues affecting Indigenous communities in Canada, through stories told by First Nations, Inuit and Métis journalists.

05/15/2026

The guesses are coming in 👀🎒

We put 3 CMA Ambassadors to the test and asked them to guess the colour of this year’s . Some answers were bold and some were very specific 🫣.

We’ll see you on June 25 at 11AM EST for the reveal — until then, drop your guesses in the comments ⤵️

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Les réponses affluent 👀🎒

Nous avons invité 3 ambassadeurs de l’AMC à deviner la couleur du de cette année. Certaines réponses étaient très précises et d’autres, audacieuses. 🫣

Le dévoilement aura lieu le 25 juin à 11 h HNE – d’ici là, indiquez votre réponse dans les commentaires. ⤵️

05/12/2026

Physicians from underrepresented backgrounds already face an increased risk of burnout. Increasing tension around diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts in health care compounds that threat.

Dr. Jamaica Cass, Director of Indigenous Health at Queen’s University says she worries for her colleagues.

“I know how much they care, and I know how hard they’ve worked to advance reconciliation efforts and offer safe patient care to Indigenous folks," she says.

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Backlash against DEI impacts physicians in Canada, leading to burnout—but there are things you can do for your wellness.

05/05/2026

Today, we pause to honour and remember the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit+ people (MMIWG2S+).

Let us collectively take accountability for the ongoing impacts of colonial violence, and together, move beyond awareness toward meaningful, sustained commitment to change.