As part of its dedication to continuous quality improvement of undergraduate medical education, the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS) is pleased to announce that it will hold a public hearing at the International Conference on Academic Medicine, taking place April 12-15, 2024, in Vancouver, BC. This public hearing will serve as a forum for discussion and collaboration on proposed substantial changes to Elements 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 7.1, 7.4, 7.6 and 7.7 within Standards 3 & 7.

The agenda for the public hearing will include a presentation of the proposed changes and opportunities for attendees to provide feedback and comments.

In addition to an opportunity for in-person testimony, written feedback, and comments will also be accepted through the CACMS website. Further details on this process will be shared in the new year.
Further updates regarding the date, time and location of the public hearing will be shared as well in the new year.

Please do not hesitate to contact the CACMS Secretariat at cacms@afmc.ca, if you have any questions.

Your active participation in this public hearing is not only welcomed but crucial. We value your insights and expertise as we work towards improving our standards and elements.

More information will be posted to the CACMS website in January 2024.

We extend our sincere appreciation for your dedication and commitment to the advancement of our standards and elements.