The Evolution of the AFMC
Eighty years ago, the Association of Canadian Medical Colleges (ACMC) was founded by the deans of Canadian faculties of medicine.
International Congress on Academic Medicine Shines Bright with Unprecedented Success
The vision for ICAM was to bring together all those engaged in academic medicine, clinicians and scientists, learners to leaders, for an opportunity to meet, network, share ideas and learn from one another.
The Canadian Medical Education Journal has been accepted for inclusion in MEDLINE
The Canadian Medical Education Journal (CMEJ) is an online open-access peer-reviewed journal exploring new developments and perspectives in medical and health professions education that may influence institutional, regional, and national policy and/or practices. First published in 2010, the Journal examines prominent issues relating to health care professionals’ formation, education, and training before and after licensure […]
Academic Health Institutions’ Declaration on Planetary Health unveiled at ICAM 2023
The future of our planet and the health of our global community is at a critical point, and we are thrilled to see the positive response that the Academic Health Institutions’ Declaration on Planetary Health has received from the academic health community.
AFMC launches the Culture of Academic Medicine Initiative
The Culture of Academic Medicine Initiative (CAMi) aims to create a culture of health and well-being through equity, compassion, and respect.
Q&A with Victor Do, CAMi’s co-chair
Victor is a PGY-3 Pediatrics resident and incoming co-chief resident at the University of Toronto. Victor has been involved in medical education leadership throughout medical school and residency. He currently serves as co-chair of the Culture of Academic Medicine initiative. He co-chaired the virtual interviews and program promotion subcommittee which initially developed the plans to […]
2024 Admissions Requirements for Canadian Faculties of Medicine now available
The pursuit of a career in medicine is a noble and challenging path that requires dedication, skill, and a strong educational foundation. The recently released 2024 edition of the Admissions Requirements for Canadian Faculties of Medicine offers insights into the evolving landscape of medical school admissions in Canada.
AFMC Launches PGME And CPD Curriculum in Pain Management And Substance Use Disorder
Following the 2021 launch of the Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) curriculum, the AFMC has launched the Post Graduate Medical Education (PGME) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) curriculum in pain management and substance use disorder.
Amendment to the rules for visiting electives
In April 2023, the AFMC Board of Directors approved the recommendation from the AFMC Committee on UGME that starting in the Fall of 2023 the following rules apply to visiting electives:
The International Day at ICAM
Leadership and Innovation in Unprecedented Times: The Only Way Forward is “One Health” for all One Health is an approach that recognizes that the health of people is closely connected to the health of animals and our shared environment. On Saturday, April 15, 2023, after Opening Remarks by Dr. Margaret Steele, Chair of the AFMC Board […]