Develop your leadership potential

OCFP's leadership programs support family physicians at every career stage — from emerging leaders to established physician executives — to drive positive change in clinical settings, health organizations and across the system.

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Leadership programs for every stage

All programs are developed by and for family physicians.

Applications open10 months

Leadership Academy

For: Established family physicians ready to lead system change

A transformational 10-month cohort program for family physicians committed to developing their leadership skills and contributing to healthcare transformation. Includes coaching, mentorship, peer learning and a leadership project.

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OpenOngoing

Elevating Excellence

For: All stages

A recognition and development program celebrating outstanding family physicians and supporting continuous excellence in clinical practice, teaching and leadership.

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Applications closed — 2027 cohort opening 20266 months

Physician-Administrative Partnership Program

For: Physician-manager pairs in healthcare organizations

A practical program pairing family physicians with healthcare administrators to strengthen physician-administrative partnerships, improve organizational outcomes and develop shared leadership capability.

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RollingVaries

Leadership Opportunities

For: All physician leaders

Volunteer opportunities, committee participation, advisory roles and speaking engagements for family physicians ready to contribute to OCFP, professional organizations and the health system.

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Physician leaders making a difference

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"How the Leadership Academy changed the way I see my role in the health system."
— Dr. Lisa Kowalski
"From clinic to board room: leading quality improvement at a regional level."
— Dr. Marcus Thompson

Ready to take the next step?

Learn more about the Leadership Academy — applications for the 2026–27 cohort are open now.

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