Learning & Events

Health Card Reform Webinar: What Family Physicians Need to Know

Fri, August 28, 2026 · 12:00 a.m. ET

A free 60-minute session explaining the Ontario government's planned OHIP card transition and what it means for your billing workflows.

Leadership Academy Information Session: Applications Now Open

Thu, September 3, 2026 · 12:00 a.m. ET

An online information session for physicians interested in applying to the OCFP Leadership Academy 2026–2027 cohort.

Mainpro+ Webinar: Advances in Diabetes Management in Primary Care

Thu, September 10, 2026 · 12:00 a.m. ET

A 90-minute online session reviewing the latest evidence and practical updates in type 2 diabetes management, including newer agents, technology-enabled monitoring and culturally informed approaches.

2023-24 Annual Meeting of Members

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Join us for the 62nd Annual Meeting of Members, held virtually. 2023-24 Annual Meeting of Members If you are unable to attend, you may download and fill out the…

2024-25 Annual Meeting of Members

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Join us for the 63rd annual Meeting of Members, held virtually. 2024-25 Annual Meeting of Members If you are unable to attend, you may download and fill out the…

2024 Family Medicine Summit

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Our educational conference offers access to exclusive sessions presented by today’s family physician leaders to support you in your practice.

Addressing Bias: Utilizing emerging therapeutics amidst fat-shaming

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Join our panel as they address their approach as stewards of these medications and share how they engage in these larger societal discussions.

Addressing overwhelm: How to set boundaries and prioritize self over practice

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Increased patient expectations and an overwhelming workload are two factors that have contributed to the heightened burnout rate in family medicine.

Addressing patients with personality disorder

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

There are few treatment options for patients with personality disorders and these patients can pose a challenge for doctors and clinic staff, leading to burnout.

Addressing the realities of disability and the practice of medicine

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Family doctors routinely treat patients with disabilities, but the medical profession often stigmatizes physicians living with disabilities themselves.

ADHD in Primary Care: Meeting Growing Demand with Practical Tools

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Demand for ADHD diagnosis and support is increasing, while access to psychiatric assessment and ongoing care remains limited, particularly for youth and adults…

ADHD in Practice: Treatment and Management for Family Physicians

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Family physicians may face uncertainty when initiating and managing treatment for ADHD, particularly in the presence of co‑morbid psychiatric conditions and…

AI Tools for Practice and Managing the Summer Heat

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 93rd in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday June 27, 2025. In this session, we will have a brief overview of infectious…

An introduction to supporting patients through the opioid crisis

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

The Public Health Agency of Canada released data at the beginning of 2024 that showed the number of opioid-related overdoses and deaths in 2023 increased across…

Antimicrobial Stewardship in Primary Care: Audit and Feedback to Improve Antibiotic Prescribing

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Antimicrobial resistance is a rising global public health crisis with an estimated 1.27 million attributable deaths per year worldwide. Overuse and misuse of…

Antimicrobial Stewardship in Primary Care: Audit and Feedback to Improve Antibiotic Prescribing

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Antimicrobial resistance is a rising global public health crisis with an estimated 1.27 million attributable deaths per year worldwide. Overuse and misuse of…

Approaches to caring for anxious patients

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Diagnosing a patient with anxiety early allows patients to be treated for anxiety instead of ordering multiple unnecessary tests or counselling patients on why they do not require specific tests.

Approaches to caring for children and youth with depression

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Due to current challenges in healthcare, there are often delays in getting referrals for children and youth with depression, leaving family physicians to manage…

Appropriate opioid prescribing for chronic pain

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Panelists: Download the resources: Watch the session: Listen or download the audio Self Learning Program This session is part of the Practising Well Self…

Infectious Disease Updates and Approaching ADHD

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 75th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday April 26, 2024. In this session, we will provide a brief overview on circulating…

Infectious Disease and Updates to Osteoporosis Canada Guidelines

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 74th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday April 5, 2024. In this session, we will have a brief discussion on circulating…

OCFP Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinar: Wellness in Family Medicine

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

What does it really take to thrive in family medicine? Join the OCFP’s Ask Me Anything (AMA) webinar to hear experienced family physicians answer the questions…

Authorizing Cannabis

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Since 2018, patients have been able to access medical cannabis that has been authorized by a physician who signs a medical document. New research supporting the…

Best Practices for Nicotine Cessation

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

New nicotine delivery systems, policies and evidence are evolving to include nicotine pouches, ‘heat sticks’, and vaping products. Family physicians may be…

Best practices for treating and diagnosing ADHD in primary care

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Currently, there are long waitlists for free psychiatric assessments for adults with suspected ADHD, leaving patients unable to receive the necessary treatments.

Breaking bad: Strategies and tips to decrease nicotine use

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Smoking can cause serious health issues and is the leading cause of death among substance use disorders. Connect with your fellow family doctors as we share…

Burnout and Balance

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

How are you dealing with COVID burnout and pandemic fatigue? Hear from Drs. Stephanie Klein, Liz Muggah & Caitlin Schwartz for their insights, tips…

Caring for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience significant health inequities. Family physicians and primary care providers play a key…

Caring for people who have experienced trauma

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Panelists: Download the resources: Watch the session: Listen or download the audio Self Learning Program This session is part of the Practising Well Self…

Caring for people with alcohol use disorder

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Panelists: Download the resources: Watch the session: Listen or download the audio Self Learning Program This session is part of the Practising Well Self…

CFPC Exam Orientation Workshop - Waitlist

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Registration for our Spring 2026 CFPC Exam Orientation Workshop is now full. If you are interested in being added to the waitlist, please complete the form.

CFPC Exam Orientation Workshop

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

We offer a preparatory 2-day workshop for the College of Family Physicians (CFPC) Certification Exam. Through this workshop, practice eligible candidates will…

CFPC Exam Orientation Workshop - August 22 & 23 2026

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

The CFPC Certification Exam Orientation Workshop offers an introduction to the components of the CFPC certification exam. Participants will have the opportunity…

Challenging times: Managing our own mental health and substance use during the pandemic

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Panelists: Download the resources: Watch the session: Listen or download the audio: Self Learning Program This session is part of the Practising Well Self…

Foundations of Children’s Mental Health

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

The Foundations workshop focuses on the core principles of mental health assessment in children. Participants will explore how to take a comprehensive…

Children’s Mental Health Workshop - Registration

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Children’s Mental Health Workshop - Special Rate

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Climate Change: A Growing Concern for Patients and Physicians

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Climate change is a major source of anxiety for many. To improve the quality of life for those struggling with climate-related concerns, it’s essential to have…

Clinical Application of the Long-Term Care (LTC) Fracture Prevention Recommendations for Frail Older Adults

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Long-term care (LTC) residents are more dependent, frail and vulnerable, and require more complex care than community-dwelling older adults.

Clinical Application of the Long-Term Care (LTC) Fracture Prevention Recommendations for Frail Older Adults

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Long-term care (LTC) residents are more dependent, frail and vulnerable, and require more complex care than community-dwelling older adults.

Clinical Application of the Long-Term Care (LTC) Fracture Prevention Recommendations for Frail Older Adults

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Long-term care (LTC) residents are more dependent, frail and vulnerable, and require more complex care than community-dwelling older adults.

Clinical Application of the Long-Term Care (LTC) Fracture Prevention Recommendations for Frail Older Adults

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Long-term care (LTC) residents are more dependent, frail and vulnerable, and require more complex care than community-dwelling older adults.

Clinical Application of the Long-Term Care (LTC) Fracture Prevention Recommendations for Frail Older Adults

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Long-term care (LTC) residents are more dependent, frail and vulnerable, and require more complex care than community-dwelling older adults.

Harm Reduction in Family Practice: Responding to changing policies

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Evidence demonstrates the effectiveness of harm reduction interventions in improving health outcomes, building trust, and reducing substance-related harms.

Annual Meeting of Members

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Summaries of certain information presented at OCFP Annual Meetings of Members can be found in the OCFP’s “Year in Review”.

COVID-19: Sharing and Healing from Past Experiences of Caring for Patients during the Pandemic

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Collectively, physicians faced and/or continue to face a trauma related to caring for patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, few family physicians have…

COVID-19 Updates and the New Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 68th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday November 17, 2023. In this session, we will share updates on the latest evidence…

Effective strategies for Benzodiazepine weaning in patient care

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

It is often difficult to help patients wean off benzodiazepines (benzos), especially if the patient has been using this medication for a long time and alternative treatments do not work as well for them…

Equity-oriented Primary Care Attachment

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

In this session, our panel will outline a pathway for equitable attachment to primary care. We will introduce a toolkit designed to support interdisciplinary…

Even short appointments can help with substance use disorders

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Family doctors are often the first medical professional that patients turn to when seeking help for a substance use disorder. But there is rarely enough time in…

Exploring Psychosocial Interventions in Chronic Pain

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Chronic pain is widely recognized as a bio-psycho-social phenomenon, yet family physicians often rely solely on medication management strategies.

Long COVID and Lipid Guidelines

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 71st in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday February 9, 2024. In this session, we will discuss the latest evidence and…

COVID-19 and Measles Updates, and Supporting Primary Care

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 72nd in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday February 23, 2024. In this session, an infectious disease expert will provide…

Foundations of Children’s Mental Health

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

The Foundations workshop focuses on the core principles of mental health assessment in children. Participants will explore how to take a comprehensive…

Getting Off the Path to Burnout

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Hear from Dr. Marcia Kostenuik on tips to recognize the early signs of burnout, how to identify personal risk factors and system issues that increase your risk…

Grief Medicine: Giving Space for Acknowledging Life’s Losses

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Coping with undesired change and loss can be difficult. Join your colleagues to consider and discuss strategies for recognizing and responding to grief and loss…

Heal the pain, comfort the patient: Navigating through the diagnosis, treatment and management of neuropathic pain

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Do you know how to differentiate between nociceptive and neuropathic pain? Join us as we breakdown the two and identify warning signs to look out for in a pain…

Helpful approaches to eating disorders

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Family doctors are often the first contact patients may have with the health care system and a missed diagnosis could lead to comorbidities. Join our session to…

Helpful approaches to insomnia

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Insomnia can be caused by multiple factors and may require a longer appointment, but family doctors don’t always have the time. If the issue is not addressed…

Helpful strategies to address mental health in children

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Assessing a child with a potential mental health issue can be a complex process. Overlapping conditions and misinformation can complicate diagnosis and…

Helping our patients deal with the mental health impacts of the pandemic

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Panelists: Download the resources: Watch the session: Listen or download the audio Self Learning Program This session is part of the Practising Well Self…

Helping patients manage cannabis dependencies

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Legalized cannabis and the marketing of its products has led to patients experiencing an increased dependency on cannabis to manage pain and anxiety.

Helping Patients Manage Low Back Pain

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Low back pain is one of the most common reasons that patients visit their doctor. Yet without effective intervention it can become a chronic condition.

Holding Risk with Care: Form 1 Decision‑Making in Family Medicine

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

When a patient discloses thoughts of self‑harm or harm to others, family physicians are often faced with one of the most complex and high‑stakes decisions in…

Infectious Disease & Diabetes Pharmacotherapy

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Infectious Disease & Diabetes Pharmacotherapy Please join us for the 83rd in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday November 15, 2024. In this session…

Infectious Disease & OBSP Updates

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 82nd in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday October 18, 2024. In this session, we will provide a brief overview on…

Infectious Disease & Gender Affirming Care

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 85th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday January 17, 2025. In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating…

Infectious Disease & HPV Cervical Screening Implementation *Rescheduled session*

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 87th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday March 7, 2025. In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating…

Infectious Disease & HPV Cervical Screening Implementation

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

SESSION CANCELLED We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and look forward to seeing you at our next session on February 21, 2025. As always…

Infectious Disease & Navigating Ontario’s Disability Support Program

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 86th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday February 21, 2025. In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating…

Infectious Disease, Penicillin Allergy (De)labelling & Newcomer Care Resources

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 89th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday April 4, 2025. In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating…

Improving burnout with time management

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

The increased administrative burden on family doctors, along with a rise in complex patient cases, have led to extended work hours, leading to burnout within…

Income Benefit Programs for People Living on Low Income and in Poverty – Primary Care Providers’ Role

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Poverty has a profound impact on health across the life course, with impacts on both physical and mental health. Primary Care Providers can play a key role in…

Indigenous cultural safety: Confronting anti-Indigenous racism and providing trauma-informed care

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Indigenous people often face discrimination when accessing the health system, and many have histories of health-related trauma. To address these health…

Infectious Disease Updates, Managing Alcohol Use & Practical Tips for a Restful Summer

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 78th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday June 21, 2024. In this session, we will provide a brief overview on circulating…

Infectious Disease and Management of STIs

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 90th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday May 2, 2025. In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating…

Infectious Disease and Management of STIs Part 2

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 92nd in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday June 6, 2025. In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating…

Infectious Disease and Management of Obesity

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 77th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday June 7, 2024. In this session, we will provide a brief overview on circulating…

Infectious Disease and Opportunities for Improving the Way We Work

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 91st in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday May 23, 2025. In this session, Dr. Allison McGeer will provide an overview on…

Infectious Disease and Retirement Planning for Physicians

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 94th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday July 18, 2025. In this session, we will share a brief overview on infectious…

Infectious Disease & Assessment Tools on Conflicting Guidelines

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 105th session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, March 27, 2026! In this session, we will share a brief respiratory…

Infectious Disease & Best Practices for MSK Imaging

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 102nd in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, February 6, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on circulating…

Infectious Disease & Current Public Health Issues

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 100th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, December 5, 2025, during which we will both learn and celebrate with the help…

Infectious Disease & Dermatology Treatments

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 88th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday March 21, 2025. In this session, we will provide an overview on circulating…

Infectious Disease & e-Referral Development

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 101st in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, January 16, 2026! In this session, we will have an update on circulating…

Infectious Disease & Emergency Preparedness for Large-Scale Events

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 110th session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, June 26, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on circulating…

Infectious Disease & Latest Updates on KidneyWise

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 106th session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, April 17, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on circulating…

Infectious Disease & Metabolic Associated Steatotic Liver Disease

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 96th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday September 26, 2025. In this session, we will have a brief update on infectious…

Infectious Disease & Managing Nutrition

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 97th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday October 17, 2025. In this session, we will have an update on circulating…

Infectious Disease & Migraine Updates

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 99th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, November 21, 2025. In this session, we will have an update on circulating…

Infectious Disease & New Aneurysm Screening Program

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 98th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, October 31, 2025. In this session, we will have an update on circulating…

Infectious Disease & New Guidelines on Endometriosis

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 107th session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, May 1, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on circulating…

Infectious Disease & New Hypertension Guidelines Update

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 103rd session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, February 20, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on…

Infectious Disease & Post-MI Care in Family Practice

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 108th session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, May 22, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on the…

Infectious Disease & Practical Nutrition Guidance for Clinicians

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 111th session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, July 24, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on circulating…

Infectious Disease: Preparing for Fall & Important Vaccine Updates

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 95th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday September 5, 2025. In this session, we will review respiratory illness prevention…

Infectious Disease: Circulating Seasonal Illnesses & Important Vaccine Updates

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 79th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday July 26, 2024. In this session, we will provide an overview of circulating…

Infectious Disease & Supporting Healthy Aging in Women

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 104th session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, March 6, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on circulating…

Infectious Disease & The ColonCancerCheck (CCC) Program

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 109th session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, June 5, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on circulating…

Integrating AI and technology into family medicine

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

AI and technology are changing the ways family doctors practice family medicine. This includes through the adoption of virtual visits and consults…

Letting go or living with anxiety

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Learn about different anxiety disorders and hear from your colleagues about approaches to caring for patients dealing with anxiety. Panelists: Download the…

Life Beyond Trauma: A discussion on PTSD and Trauma-Informed Care

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Nearly one in ten Canadians* is believed to have experienced post-traumatic stress disorder, but the condition is often missed by doctors. It can be difficult…

Managing alcohol use: Understanding updated recommendations

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

In this session, the panel will highlight the new evidence in the Canadian guideline on the management of alcohol use disorder, the tools needed to counsel patients on the risks of alcohol consumption and the available evidence-based treatments.

Managing Respiratory Illness in Kids & COPD

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 81st in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday September 20, 2024. With respiratory viruses on the rise…

Infectious Disease Updates and Management of Menopause

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 73rd in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday March 22, 2024. In this session, we will share updates on COVID-19 and other…

Infectious Disease and Practical Tips for Practice Management & AI

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 76th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday May 17, 2024. In this session, we will provide a brief overview on circulating…

Mindful Medicine: Adapting and learning to cope with uncertainty

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Although uncertainty is a common element of patient care, as doctors, we feel better when we think we have all the answers. Join your colleagues for a…

Mindfulness and mental health, substance use disorders, chronic pain and our own wellness

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Panelists: Download the resources: Watch the session: Listen or download the audio Self Learning Program This session is part of the Practising Well Self…

Navigating Stressful Interactions with Patients and Other Providers

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Do you find yourself experiencing stressful interactions with patients, other physicians or allied health providers? These conversations in the workplace can…

Navigating undifferentiated distress during the pandemic

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Learn about strategies to recognize and respond to undifferentiated distress in your patients, or even in yourself as a family physician. Consider the impact of…

Navigating WSIB for Family Physicians: Improving Patient Access and Your Practice

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Many family physicians struggle with completing WSIB forms and advising patients on workplace injuries. This session will provide practical guidance on when to…

Normalize don’t Stigmatize – Let’s talk about Alcohol

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Family doctors: The help they need can come from you. Join our virtual chat to learn new ideas to support patients struggling with alcohol. Panelists: Download…

OCFP’s CFPC Exam Orientation Workshop - Resident Examiner Recruitment Survey

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

On August 21-23, 2026, the Ontario College of Family Physicians (OCFP) will be conducting a workshop for practice eligible candidates looking to challenge the…

Navigating the Complexities of Opioid Prescribing for Chronic Pain

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

New family doctors are often hesitant to continue prescribing opioids for patients, including to those who need opioids for pain management. However…

Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention - Workshop

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention Workshop

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

In this workshop, facilitators will share insights from the 2023 updated clinical practice guideline for management of osteoporosis and fracture prevention in…

Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention Workshop - March 2026

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

In this workshop, facilitators will share insights from the 2023 updated clinical practice guideline for management of osteoporosis and fracture prevention in…

Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention Workshop - October 2026

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Join this interactive workshop to build your skills in the assessment, treatment and prevention of osteoporosis-related fractures in primary care.

Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention Workshop

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Osteoporosis and fractures in patients over 50 go largely untreated. In this new workshop, facilitators will provide you with best practices as outlined in the…

Perinatal Mental Health: Practical Screening and Support for Family Physicians

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Many patients may enter pregnancy while managing existing mental health conditions, and others may develop symptoms postpartum. Given this, it’s essential to…

Power over pain: Managing patients with chronic pain

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

In this session, the panel will discuss the Power Over Pain portal and various resources for caring for patients with chronic pain.

Practical Strategies for Supporting Patients on OW & ODSP

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Family physicians regularly support patients navigating Ontario Works (OW) and the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)—systems that can be complex and…

Preparing for Fall & Practice Management

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 80th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday September 6, 2024. In this session, we will review respiratory illness prevention…

Insomnia in Primary Care: Assessment, CBTi and Safe Prescribing

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Insomnia is one of the most common issues family physicians see, but treating it effectively isn’t always straightforward. While patients may initially look to…

Preventing burnout: Boundary setting strategies for family doctors

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

In this session, our panel will discuss provisions of safe care and setting boundaries with patients, specialists, colleagues and others.

Pride in Family Medicine: Gender affirming care

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Our panel will share their experiences in creating safe spaces for transgender and/or non-binary patients.

Psychedelics and the Use in Treatment of Mental Health

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

There is growing interest in the use of psychedelics for the treatment of PTSD, depression and substance use disorders. Patients may ask their provider about…

Recognizing and treating pelvic pain in women

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Women’s pain issues, including menstrual and pregnancy related pain, can often go dismissed due to a lack of training in pelvic pain. This can lead to the…

Return-to-Work Planning in Family Medicine: Practical WSIB Considerations

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Supporting patients with return‑to‑work planning and related WSIB documentation, such as FAF forms, can be complex for family physicians…

School, students and substances: Adolescent mental health in the pandemic

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Panelists: Download the resources: Watch the session: Listen or download the audio Self Learning Program This session is part of the Practising Well Self…

Social Prescribing: Addressing the Social Determinants of Health

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Even if a family doctor makes the correct diagnosis and prescribes the most appropriate treatment to address an illness, if a patient is unable to access the…

CFPC Exam Workshop: SOOs Virtual Session Registration

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

CANCELLATION POLICY The OCFP reserves the right to cancel sessions due to unforeseen circumstances or insufficient advance registration. In the event of a…

Strategies and tips for treating non-migraine headaches

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

It can be difficult to pinpoint the cause of a non-migraine headache and symptoms can be vague. If left untreated, headaches can lead to poor mood…

Strategies to help family doctors transition from practice

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Leaving or transitioning back into your practice, or decreasing your hours due to retirement, relocation, illness, or maternity leave can be challenging…

Supporting Patients Amid an Opioid Epidemic

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

The ongoing opioid crisis has only gotten worse during the pandemic. Join your fellow family doctors to discuss strategies for managing opioid use by patients…

Supporting patients with ADHD and comorbidities

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

ADHD is often missed due to its shared characteristics with anxiety and depression, or because patients have multiple mental health conditions in addition to…

Supporting self-management for chronic pain

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Panelists: Download the resources: Watch the session: Listen or download the audio Self Learning Program This session is part of the Practising Well Self…

Supporting the Health of Newly Arrived Refugees in Primary Care

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

In this session, we will explore how Family Physicians and Primary Care Providers can better support the health needs of newly arrived refugees in Canada.

Children’s Mental Health Workshop Series

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Children and adolescents are increasingly presenting in primary care with mental health concerns that can be difficult to assess and manage in a busy clinical…

The Chronic Pain of Fibromyalgia

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Panelists: Download the resources: Watch the session: Listen or download the audio Self Learning Program This session is part of the Practising Well Self…

Tips and Tricks for Addressing Burnout

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Administrative burden, including completing complex forms and reviewing EMRs are all contributing to burnout in family medicine. During this session…

Medical Fitness to Drive: When & How To Report

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Under Section 203 of the Highway Traffic Act, physicians have mandatory reporting requirements for high risk medical conditions, visual impairments…

When your head hurts too much…

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Hear from your colleagues about strategies to manage and address different kinds of headaches. Panelists: Download the resources: Watch the session: Listen or…

Winter virus season and changes to breast cancer screening in Ontario

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 69th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday December 15, 2023. In this session, we will review the latest data on respiratory…

COVID-19 Updates and Managing Respiratory Illness in Kids

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Please join us for the 70th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday January 19, 2024. With respiratory viruses on the rise, we will discuss practical…

Best of 2024 - Winter Virus Season & Menopause Revisited

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

You asked, we listened! Please join us for the 84th in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday December 6, 2024. In this session, we will provide an…

Working with patient losses during the pandemic

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Panelists: Download the resources: Watch the session: Listen or download the audio Self Learning Program This session is part of the Practising Well Self…

CFPC Exam Orientation Workshop - Registration

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

CFPC Exam Orientation Workshop - Register Now

Tue, September 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. ET

Annual Practice Conference 2026: Family Medicine for a Changing Ontario

Oct 17 – Oct 18, 2026

OCFP's flagship annual conference brings together family physicians from across Ontario for two days of learning, networking and professional development.