Advocacy Updates | February 11, 2026

Holding the federal government accountable to their election pledges

The Liberal platform pledged millions to reduce administrative burden and to set up new family practices. There was nothing about these pledges in the recent 2025 federal budget. The CFPC continues to press federal leaders to deliver on promises to Canada’s family doctors. Use our quick letter-writing tool to send a letter to your elected leader.

We called for a realistic approach to panel sizes

We are challenging misinformed claims criticizing family physician panels. Read our brief on panel sizes .

Defending the expertise of family physicians

The CFPC continues to stand up for the unique, irreplaceable value of family physicians. This is reflected in our advocacy and position statements . We are proud to add our voice to provincial consultations to ensure that primary care remains continuous and connected, pushing back against ill-advised psychologist prescribing scope expansion in Ontario together with the OCFP.

Listen to the Family Medicine Matters podcast

Hosted by CFPC President Dr. Sarah Cook, this podcast series shares real stories and practical solutions from the front lines of family medicine. You can listen on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and other major podcast platforms.

Join the ePanel for brief member polls

In our latest ePanel poll, we heard from members that addressing administrative burden is their top priority. We’ll keep fighting for changes that value family physicians and strengthen family medicine. If you want to add your voice to informing CFPC decisions, join the ePanel for brief member polls.

Your voice matters – register for our Member Town Hall

If you want to better understand how we’re fighting for family medicine and share your ideas on advocacy, join our virtual Member Town Hall on March 2nd at 7:00 p.m. (ET).