Annual Meeting of Members 2023 Poll Results

THAT the minutes of the CFPC Annual Meeting of Members held virtually on November 2, 2022, be approved.

98.53% Approved

Mover: Dr. Carrie Bernard
Seconder: Dr. Michael Green

THAT member fees be increased by 7%, and rounded up to the nearest $5 increment, as of 1st July 2024.

83.86% Rejected

Mover: Dr. Paul Dhillon
Seconder: Dr. Ben Stride-Darnley

Transparency and Governance Enhancement: We propose that the CFPC Board officially adopts a policy to maintain transparency and open governance. Board Meeting and Committee Meeting Minutes shall be accessible to CFPC members via a dedicated web portal. While promoting transparency, this motion recognizes the need for confidentiality by allowing Board members the option to convene in-camera for discussions of sensitive matters.

94.78% Approved

Mover: Dr. Paul Dhillon
Seconder: Dr. Ben Stride-Darnley

Documentation and Transparency: Residency Expansion Documentation Accessibility
The CFPC Board moves to ensure comprehensive communication and member engagement. By the conclusion of 2023, we commit to making all minutes, discussions, committee meeting records, and attendee lists available online for CFPC Members. This pertains particularly to the deliberations and documents associated with the introduction of the 3rd year
of Residency training.

93.61% Approved

Mover: Dr. Paul Dhillon
Seconder: Dr. Ben Stride-Darnley

Financial Documents and Review: Financial Implications and Rationale Clarity To foster informed decision-making, the CFPC Board commits to providing the membership with a detailed budgetary analysis regarding the implementation of the 3rd year in Family Medicine to the organisation and to future residents. Furthermore, we recognize the importance of
transparency in governance evolution, and thus, we undertake to share all historical and present documentation along with the underlying rationale that led to the transition from a self-sustaining funding model to the current subsidisation of the
CFPC examination.

94.05% Approved

Mover: Dr. Paul Dhillon
Seconder: Dr. Ben Stride-Darnley

Whereas, the CFPC has proposed the implementation of a 3rd year in family practice as part of its educational program; Whereas, concerns have been raised by various stakeholders regarding the process and potential outcomes of the 3rd year family practice implementation; Whereas, it is essential to maintain the principles of openness, transparency, and inclusivity in decision-making processes that impact the education and training of family physicians; Whereas, the Board of Directors of the CFPC holds the responsibility of ensuring that the best interests of its members and the medical community are served; Be it resolved, that the Board of Directors of the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) hereby directs the organization to immediately cease the implementation of the 3rd year in family practice program; Be it further resolved, that the CFPC Board of Directors hereby establishes a comprehensive and independent review committee, consisting of diverse stakeholders, including representatives from medical education, practicing family physicians, residents, and patient advocates; Be it further resolved, that the review committee shall be tasked with conducting an open, transparent, and inclusive review of the proposed 3rd year family practice program, evaluating its objectives, curriculum, potential outcomes, benefits, challenges, and any concerns raised by stakeholders; Be it further resolved, that the review committee shall be granted a period of 6-9 months to complete the review process and present their findings and recommendations to the CFPC Board of Directors; Be it further resolved, that upon receipt of the review committee's findings and recommendations, the CFPC Board of Directors will carefully consider the report and determine the appropriate course of action, which may include modifications, improvements, or the continuation of the program based on evidence-based and informed decision-making; Be it further resolved, that the CFPC Board of Directors commits to providing timely updates to its members and stakeholders throughout the review process, ensuring transparency and engagement in the decision making process; Be it finally resolved, that this motion shall take effect immediately upon approval by the CFPC Board of Directors and shall remain in force until the review process is completed and the Board makes a final decision regarding the 3rd year family practice program.

91.11% Approved