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Doctors of BC President’s statement on federal tax changes

July 26, 2017

The following is a statement on proposed federal tax changes from Doctors of BC President Dr Trina Larsen Soles:

The federal government has launched a consultation on proposed changes to how private corporations are taxed which, if implemented, will create significant financial challenges...
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advocacy, tax fairness

Improving Chronic Pain Management for British Columbians

July 12, 2017
With an estimated one in five British Columbians living with chronic pain – a number that is expected to grow with our aging population, effective pain management is crucial for improving these individuals’ everyday quality of life.   Doctors of BC believes our health care system is lacking with...
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chronic pain, policy statement

Free to speak up and speak out: new policy statement

June 30, 2017

Everyone, no matter where they work or who they work with, should be able to speak out, offer feedback, or introduce new ideas without fear of reprisal, embarrassment, or ridicule. Psychological safety is best described as an environment where people feel safe to speak up about workplace...
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policy statement

2017 Doctors of BC Awards – Honouring Outstanding Physicians

June 20, 2017

Every year, we acknowledge the outstanding contributions of physicians around our province through the Doctors of BC Awards. This year, the ceremony took place at our Annual General Meeting event in Vancouver June 3rd. Doctors of BC congratulates all the recipients who have made and continue to...
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CEO's Letter: Information on next steps in the nominations and elections process

June 16, 2017

Dear Members,

The nomination deadline for elections to the Representative Assembly has now concluded. The tally of nominations can be found on the Governance webpage (bottom left side). Doctors of BC will send you the final list of nominees on June 24th, two days before elections begin....
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elections