Christopher Watling

Shared the Royal College's Federal Pre-Budget Submission, which was submitted through the Federal Pre-Budget Consultation process. Internationally Trained Physicians, with respect to getting Internationally Trained Physicians into practice, and providing tailored supports to them once they are in practice to ensure they meet the standards for high-quality, safe practice in Canada. Discuss the government's approach to supporting Internationally Trained Physicians and seek funding for work that is within the Royal College's mandate. Discuss aspects of the Foreign Credential Recognition Action Fund, with respect to how this fund will be operationalized to facilitate the recognition of specialist physicians trained outside of Canada, and seek funding for aspects of the Fund which align with the Royal College's mandate. National Plan for Health Workforce Well-Being - continued support and engagement with the Federal Government as the Royal College works with partners to develop a national plan to support those working in health care across Canada.