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Clinical Assistants and Physician Assistants

Jump to: Clinical Assistants Physician Assistants CLINICAL ASSISTANT (REGULATED ASSOCIATE MEMBER – FULL) A Clinical Assistant may practise only...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/applying-for-registration/clinical-assistants-and-physician-assistants

Meet the New CPSM Council President-Elect, Dr. Charles Penner

Dr. Charles Penner formally assumed the position of President-Elect at our AGM on June 28. When and why did you first join CPSM Council? I joined CPSM Council in June 2020...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/new-cpsm-council-president-elect-dr-charles-penner

Public Consultation: Proposed Legislative Amendment to reduce barriers for Provisional Registration of Family Registrants

NOTE: The public consultation closed on November 19, 2025. In April 2025, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) initiated a public...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/public-consultation-proposed-legislative-amendment-to-reduce-barriers-for-provisional-registration-of-family-registrants

Manitoba Prescribing Practices Program (M3P)

The following explains key changes to the prescribing of M3P drugs, effective June 1, 2024: Physicians no longer need to complete an “M3P application form” before...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/prescribing-practices-program/manitoba-prescribing-practices-program-m3p

Requirements for taking a Leave of Absence

Quick Resources Download a printable checklist for taking a leave of absence Download the Leave of Absence Reporting Form...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/LeaveofAbsence/Requirements-for-taking-a-Leave-of-Absence

Requirements For Closing or Relocating a Medical Practice

Quick Resources Download a printable checklist for closing or relocating a medical practice. Download the Closing or Relocating a Medical Practice...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/closing-or-relocating-a-medical-practice/requirements-for-closing-or-relocating-a-medical-practice

Reminder: Using Your Legal Name for Practice

CPSM regularly receives concerns from the public, other physicians, pharmacies and labs because they cannot locate the physician they are looking for on the Practitioner...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/reminder-using-your-legal-name-for-practice

Mental Health Act Forms

A message from the Office of the Chief Provincial Psychiatrist of Manitoba The Mental Health Act Forms of Manitoba have recently been made available online. These...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/mental-health-act-forms

From apology to action: CPSM answers the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action in medical practice

In June 2021, CPSM prioritized addressing Indigenous-specific racism in medical practice. An Indigenous Advisory Circle including Indigenous physicians, scholars, Elders, and...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/answering-the-truth-and-reconciliation-commission-calls-to-action-in-medical-practice

Submit a Complaint

To submit a complaint, please note: If your complaint is about more than one doctor, a separate letter or form is needed for each one. If you are not the patient, you must...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/complaints/complaint-process/submitting-a-complaint

Wildfire Update #1: Refilling Prescriptions During Wildfire Evacuations

A provincewide state of emergency called for mandatory evacuations in Flin Flon, First Nations of Pimicikimak Cree Nation, Pukatawagan (Mathias Colomb Cree Nation), Marcel...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/refilling-prescriptions-during-wildfire-evacuations

New Standard of Practice for Performing Office Based Procedures

The Standard of Practice Performing Office Based Procedures establishes minimum practice requirements for complicated and medical procedures in physician’s offices and...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/new-standard-of-practice-for-performing-office-based-procedures

Council Meeting Update

Council meetings are held quarterly. The last Council meeting of 2025 was held on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. Below are important highlights from the meeting. Approved:...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/council-meeting-update-dec-2025

CPSM Issues Apology to the Inuit for Racism Experienced in Medical Care in Manitoba

WINNIPEG, MB – February 28, 2023 – The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) issued an apology to the Inuit for the racism experienced in their...

https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/cpsm-issues-apology-to-the-inuit-for-racism-experienced-in-medical-care-in-manitoba

<p><a href="/standards/overview" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/standards/overview</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/standards/restorative-practices-program" class="result">Restorative Practices Program</a></h3> <p>If you are looking for information on mandatory cultural safety and anti-Indigenous racism training, click here.    Click to jump to a section Call to Action 6...</p> <p><a href="/standards/restorative-practices-program" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/standards/restorative-practices-program</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/new-guidance-in-hospital-prescribing-of-methadone-for-palliative-care-analgesia" class="result">New Guidance: In-Hospital Prescribing of Methadone for Palliative Care Analgesia</a></h3> <p>CPSM’s Prescribing Practices Program is excited to announce new guidance for the prescribing of methadone for analgesia in the context of palliative care, specifically who...</p> <p><a href="/news/new-guidance-in-hospital-prescribing-of-methadone-for-palliative-care-analgesia" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/new-guidance-in-hospital-prescribing-of-methadone-for-palliative-care-analgesia</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/registrar-and-ceo-announces-retirement" class="result">Registrar & CEO Announces Retirement</a></h3> <p> As you may recall, I announced my retirement from CPSM last December. Initially, a year’s notice seemed appropriate, but upon reflection, I realized a year was too long...</p> <p><a href="/news/registrar-and-ceo-announces-retirement" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/registrar-and-ceo-announces-retirement</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/disclosure-requirements-and-notice-of-changes" class="result">Disclosure Requirements and Notice of Changes</a></h3> <p>Notifying CPSM of any updates and changes that may impact your practice is mandatory under the certificate of practice (license) requirements. You are given the opportunity to...</p> <p><a href="/news/disclosure-requirements-and-notice-of-changes" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/disclosure-requirements-and-notice-of-changes</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/prescribing-practices-program/high-dose-opioid-prescribing-review" class="result">High Dose Opioid Prescribing Review</a></h3> <p>The Manitoba Monitored Drug Review Committee (MMDRC) is an advisory committee of experts established by the Manitoba Government in 2013. Members are appointed by the Deputy...</p> <p><a href="/prescribing-practices-program/high-dose-opioid-prescribing-review" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/prescribing-practices-program/high-dose-opioid-prescribing-review</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/join-the-manitoba-amr-alliance-and-help-fight-antimicrobial-resistance-together" class="result">Join the Manitoba AMR Alliance and help fight antimicrobial resistance together</a></h3> <p>The Manitoba AMR Alliance Campaign is a new initiative inviting healthcare providers to join a community of colleagues committed to wise antimicrobial use. The campaign draws...</p> <p><a href="/news/join-the-manitoba-amr-alliance-and-help-fight-antimicrobial-resistance-together" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/join-the-manitoba-amr-alliance-and-help-fight-antimicrobial-resistance-together</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/public-consultation-collaborative-care" class="result">Public Consultation: Collaborative Care</a></h3> <p>NOTE: The public consultation closed on February 13, 2026. Some of the documents available during the consultation period may no longer be available to...</p> <p><a href="/news/public-consultation-collaborative-care" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/public-consultation-collaborative-care</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/honouring-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation" class="result">Honouring National Day for Truth and Reconciliation</a></h3> <p>National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (formerly known as Orange Shirt Day) is observed on September 30 to honour the lost children and Survivors of residential schools. It...</p> <p><a href="/news/honouring-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/honouring-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/importance-of-endometrial-sampling-to-detect-endometrial-cancer-in-post-menopausal-patients" class="result">Importance of Endometrial Sampling to Detect Endometrial Cancer in Post-Menopausal Patients</a></h3> <p>Due to a recent case, CPSM reminds registrants of the importance of endometrial sampling as part of a complete workup to rule out endometrial cancer as a cause of...</p> <p><a href="/news/importance-of-endometrial-sampling-to-detect-endometrial-cancer-in-post-menopausal-patients" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/importance-of-endometrial-sampling-to-detect-endometrial-cancer-in-post-menopausal-patients</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/2024-25-annual-report-a-year-of-transition-and-progress" class="result">2024-25 Annual Report: A Year of Transition and Progress</a></h3> <p>WINNIPEG, MB – September 18, 2025 – Today, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) released its annual report, summarizing its major...</p> <p><a href="/news/2024-25-annual-report-a-year-of-transition-and-progress" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/2024-25-annual-report-a-year-of-transition-and-progress</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/celebrating-pride-month" class="result">Celebrating Pride Month</a></h3> <p>In June, we celebrate Pride Month to honour diversity, promote inclusion, and support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to live authentically and without fear of discrimination. It is...</p> <p><a href="/news/celebrating-pride-month" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/celebrating-pride-month</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/nominations-for-2026-council-election-open" class="result">Nominations for 2026 Council Election Open</a></h3> <p>Nominations closed March 5, 2026  As a self-regulating profession, CPSM’s Council is the leadership body and plays a vital role in setting and guiding our...</p> <p><a href="/news/nominations-for-2026-council-election-open" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/nominations-for-2026-council-election-open</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/laws-and-policies/InformationSheets" class="result">Information Sheets</a></h3> <p>Information and Resources Clinical Management of Patients Who are Expected to Die at Home Physicians play a central role in discussing, planning, and facilitating an expected...</p> <p><a href="/laws-and-policies/InformationSheets" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/laws-and-policies/InformationSheets</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/message-from-the-president" class="result">Message from the President</a></h3> <p>One year ago, I was considered a low-risk physician by CPSM standards. Today, my practice is considered at increased risk. One year ago, I was in a four-clinician rural...</p> <p><a href="/news/message-from-the-president" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/message-from-the-president</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/complaints/committees/appeal-panel" class="result">Appeal Panel</a></h3> <p>Detailed information regarding the composition, authority and formal requirements of the Appeal Panel is set out in: the Terms of Reference of the Executive...</p> <p><a href="/complaints/committees/appeal-panel" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/complaints/committees/appeal-panel</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/about-us/TruthandReconciliation/IndigenousPhysicianLeadership" class="result">Indigenous Physician Leadership</a></h3> <p>Leadership Opportunities for Indigenous Physicians Pursuing reconciliation requires listening to the voice of Indigenous Peoples and physicians. Creating better support for...</p> <p><a href="/about-us/TruthandReconciliation/IndigenousPhysicianLeadership" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/about-us/TruthandReconciliation/IndigenousPhysicianLeadership</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/LeaveofAbsence" class="result">Leave of Absence</a></h3> <p>Quick Resources Download a printable checklist for taking a leave of absence  Download a Leave of Absence Reporting Form   ADVICE TO THE PROFESSION ABOUT...</p> <p><a href="/registration/LeaveofAbsence" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/LeaveofAbsence</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/registration-requirements/regulated-associate-member-clinical-assistant-full" class="result">Regulated Associate Member - Clinical Assistant – Full</a></h3> <p>This page has moved. Click here to go to the new page.  </p> <p><a href="/registration/registration-requirements/regulated-associate-member-clinical-assistant-full" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/registration-requirements/regulated-associate-member-clinical-assistant-full</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/new-rules-for-minor-procedures-performed-in-doctors-offices" class="result">New Rules for Minor Procedures Performed in Doctors’ Offices</a></h3> <p>MEDIA RELEASE   WINNIPEG, MB (December 14, 2021) – The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) announced a new Standard of Practice for...</p> <p><a href="/news/new-rules-for-minor-procedures-performed-in-doctors-offices" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/new-rules-for-minor-procedures-performed-in-doctors-offices</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/accredited-programs/the-manitoba-quality-assurance-program-manqap-1" class="result">MANQAP</a></h3> <p>Pursuant to The Regulated Health Professions Act, the Council of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba has established a Program Review Committee which...</p> <p><a href="/accredited-programs/the-manitoba-quality-assurance-program-manqap-1" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/accredited-programs/the-manitoba-quality-assurance-program-manqap-1</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/june-is-pride-month" class="result">June is Pride Month</a></h3> <p>As a regulatory body, we aim to support values of inclusivity, equality and compassion in the medical profession. For that reason, commemorating Pride Month is important and...</p> <p><a href="/news/june-is-pride-month" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/june-is-pride-month</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/accommodating-patients-with-hearing-loss-in-virtual-medicine" class="result">Accommodating Patients with Hearing Loss in Virtual Medicine</a></h3> <p>Letter from the Canadian Hard of Hearing Association (CHHA-MB) to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba registrants: The board of the Manitoba Chapter of the...</p> <p><a href="/news/accommodating-patients-with-hearing-loss-in-virtual-medicine" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/accommodating-patients-with-hearing-loss-in-virtual-medicine</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/agm-update-2024" class="result">AGM Update</a></h3> <p>CPSM’s annual general meeting was held on Wednesday, June 26. Below is a summary of the meeting: Minutes from the June 28, 2023 AGM were approved. The audited financial...</p> <p><a href="/news/agm-update-2024" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/agm-update-2024</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/election-update-nominations" class="result">Election Update: nominations</a></h3> <p>  A Council election will be held April 16 to May 5. The nomination period was held from February 5 to March 5. We were pleased with the uptake in self-nominations...</p> <p><a href="/news/election-update-nominations" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/election-update-nominations</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/laws-and-policies/RegistrarPolicies" class="result">Registrar Policies</a></h3> <p>The Registrar, in addition to the performance of duties and exercise of powers set out in the RHPA, the Regulations, the Bylaws, and any Council Policies, is the Chief Executive...</p> <p><a href="/laws-and-policies/RegistrarPolicies" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/laws-and-policies/RegistrarPolicies</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/for-registrants" class="result">For Registrants</a></h3> <p>FREQUENTLY ACCESSED INFORMATION    Standards of Practice, Practice Directions, and Code of Ethics Standards of Practice Practice Directions Code of Ethics and...</p> <p><a href="/for-registrants" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/for-registrants</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/world-family-doctor-day-2024" class="result">World Family Doctor Day</a></h3> <p>May 19 is Family Doctors Day, a day to acknowledge their significant role in patients’ lives and communities. You may care for an individual for most of their life or...</p> <p><a href="/news/world-family-doctor-day-2024" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/world-family-doctor-day-2024</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/ketamine-what-prescribers-and-pharmacists-need-to-know" class="result">Ketamine: What Prescribers & Pharmacists Need to Know</a></h3> <p>Ketamine continues to be a commonly used medication in anesthesia, emergency medicine, chronic pain management, and palliative care. CPSM and College of Pharmacists of...</p> <p><a href="/news/ketamine-what-prescribers-and-pharmacists-need-to-know" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/ketamine-what-prescribers-and-pharmacists-need-to-know</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/about-us/council" class="result">Council</a></h3> <p>Council In accordance with The Regulated Health Professions Act, the Council has the responsibility to govern, determine, control, and administer the affairs of the...</p> <p><a href="/about-us/council" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/about-us/council</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/prescribing-supplying-opioids-benzodiazepines-z-drugs-to-travellers-or-snowbirds" class="result">Prescribing/Supplying Opioids, Benzodiazepines/Z-Drugs to Travellers or “Snowbirds”</a></h3> <p>CPSM Standards of Practice for Prescribing Opioids and Benzodiazepines and Z-Drugs came into effect on September 30, 2018, and November 1, 2020, respectively. The College of...</p> <p><a href="/news/prescribing-supplying-opioids-benzodiazepines-z-drugs-to-travellers-or-snowbirds" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/prescribing-supplying-opioids-benzodiazepines-z-drugs-to-travellers-or-snowbirds</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/applying-for-registration" class="result">Applying for Registration</a></h3> <p>CPSM issues registration and Certificates of Practice (licenses) for various registration classes, each with its specific registration and licensure criteria, requirements,...</p> <p><a href="/registration/applying-for-registration" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/applying-for-registration</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/LeaveofAbsence/Registration-and-Qualification-Implications" class="result">Registration and Qualification Implications</a></h3> <p>Conversion or cancellation   In terms of conversion between classes, this can only occur based on statutory authority.   Full (Practicing) Class...</p> <p><a href="/registration/LeaveofAbsence/Registration-and-Qualification-Implications" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/LeaveofAbsence/Registration-and-Qualification-Implications</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/complaints/complaint-process/privacy-concerns" class="result">Your Privacy</a></h3> <p>CPSM takes privacy and confidentiality very seriously.  We recognize that it is essential to protect the privacy of people involved in the complaints process and we are...</p> <p><a href="/complaints/complaint-process/privacy-concerns" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/complaints/complaint-process/privacy-concerns</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/indigenous-peoples-day" class="result">Indigenous Peoples Day</a></h3> <p>June 21 is Indigenous Peoples Day, a day to celebrate and learn more about Indigenous Peoples, places, and experiences. It is a simple step everyone can take on the path to...</p> <p><a href="/news/indigenous-peoples-day" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/indigenous-peoples-day</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/notice-appointments-required-starting-may-19" class="result">NOTICE: Appointments required starting May 19</a></h3> <p>Effective May 19, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) will welcome visitors to our office by appointment only. To ensure staff are prepared to assist you...</p> <p><a href="/news/notice-appointments-required-starting-may-19" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/notice-appointments-required-starting-may-19</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/collaborative-care" class="result">Collaborative Care</a></h3> <p>We acknowledge the environmental stress in our constrained health care system and the enormous pressure this places on our registrants who are dedicated and work hard to provide...</p> <p><a href="/news/collaborative-care" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/collaborative-care</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/events/practice-supervisor-workshop" class="result">Practice Supervisor Workshop</a></h3> <p>DATE: May 26, 2026  |  8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.  Learn about the roles and responsibilities of a practice supervisor, including: How to deliver effective...</p> <p><a href="/events/practice-supervisor-workshop" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/events/practice-supervisor-workshop</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/may-19-is-family-doctors-day" class="result">May 19 is Family Doctors Day</a></h3> <p>May 19 is Family Doctors Day and we are pleased to celebrate and acknowledge the significant contributions family physicians make to the health and well-being of Manitobans. As...</p> <p><a href="/news/may-19-is-family-doctors-day" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/may-19-is-family-doctors-day</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/prescribing-practices-program/opioid-agonist-treatment-prescriber-training" class="result">Opioid Agonist Treatment Prescriber Training</a></h3> <p>The grant-funded OAT workshops previously supported by CPSM have now concluded.  The OAT 101: An Introduction to Clinical Practice Workshop is still being...</p> <p><a href="/prescribing-practices-program/opioid-agonist-treatment-prescriber-training" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/prescribing-practices-program/opioid-agonist-treatment-prescriber-training</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/about-us/careers" class="result">Careers</a></h3> <p>The College of Physicians & Surgeons of Manitoba is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized...</p> <p><a href="/about-us/careers" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/about-us/careers</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/standards/central-standards-committee-and-its-subcommittees" class="result">Central Standards Committee and its Subcommittees</a></h3> <p>s. 182(1) The Regulated Health Professions Act provides for the establishment of a Standards Committee which is responsible for supervision of the practice of medicine by...</p> <p><a href="/standards/central-standards-committee-and-its-subcommittees" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/standards/central-standards-committee-and-its-subcommittees</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/templates-for-the-maintenance-of-patient-records" class="result">Templates for the Maintenance of Patient Records</a></h3> <p>CPSM has developed templates to help better equip registrants in complying with the requirements of the Standard of Practice for the Maintenance of Patient Records in All...</p> <p><a href="/news/templates-for-the-maintenance-of-patient-records" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/templates-for-the-maintenance-of-patient-records</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/accommodating-in-person-appointments" class="result">Accommodating In-Person Appointments</a></h3> <p>Virtual and phone appointments offer convenience to both patients and physicians, but it is important to remember that these formats are not always accessible or suitable for...</p> <p><a href="/news/accommodating-in-person-appointments" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/accommodating-in-person-appointments</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/repetitive-admissions-for-decreased-fetal-movements-in-post-date-pregnancies" class="result">Repetitive Admissions for Decreased Fetal Movements in Post-Date Pregnancies</a></h3> <p>The Maternal and Perinatal Health Standards Committee has reviewed several cases of fetal demise in the context of post-date pregnancies, following repeated...</p> <p><a href="/news/repetitive-admissions-for-decreased-fetal-movements-in-post-date-pregnancies" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/repetitive-admissions-for-decreased-fetal-movements-in-post-date-pregnancies</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/medical-corporations" class="result">Medical Corporations</a></h3> <p>Steps to Apply for A Medical Corporation  As set out in The Regulated Health Professions Act, CPSM General Regulation 163/2018 and the Practice Directions of The...</p> <p><a href="/registration/medical-corporations" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/medical-corporations</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/laws-and-policies/mous" class="result">Memorandums of Understanding</a></h3> <p>CPSM has signed the following Memorandums of Understanding with:  The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario respecting Transport Medicine Services  The...</p> <p><a href="/laws-and-policies/mous" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/laws-and-policies/mous</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/cpsm-guidance-re-abortions" class="result">CPSM Guidance Re: Abortions</a></h3> <p>As you are aware the United States Supreme Court overturned the Roe v Wade decision which had established the constitutional right for women to have an abortion in that...</p> <p><a href="/news/cpsm-guidance-re-abortions" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/cpsm-guidance-re-abortions</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/covid-19-other-info" class="result">COVID-19 Other Info</a></h3> <p>In trying to assist our members with various issues that may arise during the COVID-19 outbreak we are compiling as list of issues/questions that members have made us aware...</p> <p><a href="/covid-19-other-info" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/covid-19-other-info</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/new-standard-of-practice-for-episodic-visits-house-calls-and-walk-in-primary-care" class="result">New Standard of Practice: Episodic Visits, House Calls, and Walk-in Primary Care</a></h3> <p>The new Standard of Practice for Episodic Visits, House Calls, and Walk-in Primary Care is effective November 1, 2022.  The Standard recognizes episodic, house calls, and...</p> <p><a href="/news/new-standard-of-practice-for-episodic-visits-house-calls-and-walk-in-primary-care" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/new-standard-of-practice-for-episodic-visits-house-calls-and-walk-in-primary-care</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/addressing-the-stbbi-outbreak" class="result">Addressing the STBBI Outbreak</a></h3> <p>Manitoba continues to experience very high rates of all reportable sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBIs), they are among the highest rates in Canada. The...</p> <p><a href="/news/addressing-the-stbbi-outbreak" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/addressing-the-stbbi-outbreak</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/laws-and-policies/code-of-ethics" class="result">Code of Ethics</a></h3> <p>The Canadian Medical Association Code of Ethics and Professionalism was adopted by the College's Council in June 2019 and is the primary source for the ethical obligations...</p> <p><a href="/laws-and-policies/code-of-ethics" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/laws-and-policies/code-of-ethics</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/for-the-public" class="result">For the Public</a></h3> <p>Visit the links below to learn more about:     How CPSM is Protecting the Public  Medical (Patient) Records  Public Consultations   ...</p> <p><a href="/for-the-public" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/for-the-public</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/closing-or-relocating-a-medical-practice" class="result">Closing or Relocating a Medical Practice</a></h3> <p>Quick Resources Download a printable checklist for closing or relocating a medical practice.    Download the Closing or Relocating a Medical Practice Reporting...</p> <p><a href="/registration/closing-or-relocating-a-medical-practice" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/closing-or-relocating-a-medical-practice</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/is-cellulitis-part-of-the-differential-diagnosis" class="result">Is Cellulitis part of the Differential Diagnosis?</a></h3> <p>In response to concerns raised about optimal diagnosis and management of skin/soft tissue, bone and joint infections, CPSM sought assistance in providing advice to the...</p> <p><a href="/news/is-cellulitis-part-of-the-differential-diagnosis" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/is-cellulitis-part-of-the-differential-diagnosis</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/faqs-mandatory-cultural-safety-and-anti-indigenous-racism-training" class="result">FAQs: Mandatory cultural safety and anti-Indigenous racism training</a></h3> <p>In June, we announced that mandatory cultural safety and anti-Indigenous training is mandatory for all CPSM registrants by October 31, 2027. We are pleased with the...</p> <p><a href="/news/faqs-mandatory-cultural-safety-and-anti-indigenous-racism-training" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/faqs-mandatory-cultural-safety-and-anti-indigenous-racism-training</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/restorative-practices-program-a-historic-step-forward-for-cpsm" class="result">Restorative Practices Program: A Historic Step Forward for CPSM</a></h3> <p>June 21 is Indigenous Peoples Day and this year, we are commemorating it as a pivotal moment in CPSM’s history. Our commitment to preventing anti-Indigenous racism within...</p> <p><a href="/news/restorative-practices-program-a-historic-step-forward-for-cpsm" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/restorative-practices-program-a-historic-step-forward-for-cpsm</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/patient-care-expectations" class="result">Patient Care Expectations</a></h3> <p>In today's climate, we are dealing with deeply politicized issues. We recognize the distress many registrants are experiencing and the potential impact of discussions occurring...</p> <p><a href="/news/patient-care-expectations" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/patient-care-expectations</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/reminder-to-prescribers-prescribing-requirement-changes-effective-june-1" class="result">Reminder to Prescribers: Prescribing Requirement Changes Effective June 1</a></h3> <p>The new Standard of Practice Prescribing Requirements and the accompanying Practice Direction for Electronic Transmission of Prescriptions are effective June 1, 2024....</p> <p><a href="/news/reminder-to-prescribers-prescribing-requirement-changes-effective-june-1" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/reminder-to-prescribers-prescribing-requirement-changes-effective-june-1</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/statement-on-criminal-conviction-of-dr-arcel-bissonnette" class="result">Statement on the criminal conviction of Dr. Arcel Bissonnette</a></h3> <p>CPSM is aware of the Court of King’s Bench decision made on November 28, 2023, finding Dr. Arcel Bissonnette guilty of five counts of sexual assault under the guise of...</p> <p><a href="/news/statement-on-criminal-conviction-of-dr-arcel-bissonnette" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/statement-on-criminal-conviction-of-dr-arcel-bissonnette</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/atr-what-is-an-appropriate-window-of-time-for-virtual-appointments" class="result">What is an appropriate window of time for virtual appointments?</a></h3> <p>Q: What is an appropriate window of time I can provide to patients for a virtual appointment? A: Virtual appointments should be treated with the same consideration as in-person...</p> <p><a href="/news/atr-what-is-an-appropriate-window-of-time-for-virtual-appointments" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/atr-what-is-an-appropriate-window-of-time-for-virtual-appointments</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/virtual-medicine" class="result">Virtual Medicine</a></h3> <p>New Standard of Practice for Virtual Medicine - Effective November 1, 2021 CPSM Council approved a new Standard of Practice for Virtual Medicine. While virtual...</p> <p><a href="/news/virtual-medicine" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/virtual-medicine</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/telemedicine-virtual-medicine" class="result">Virtual Medicine</a></h3> <p>Standard of Practice for Virtual Medicine - Effective November 1, 2021 CPSM Council approved a new Standard of Practice for Virtual Medicine. While virtual...</p> <p><a href="/telemedicine-virtual-medicine" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/telemedicine-virtual-medicine</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/dr-marina-reinecke-receives-the-2021-cpd-educator-of-the-year-award" class="result">Dr. Marina Reinecke receives the 2021 CPD Educator of the Year Award</a></h3> <p>Dr. Marina Reinecke is the recipient of the 2021 CPD Educator of the Year Award! This CPD Award from the Continuing Competency and Assessment office is granted...</p> <p><a href="/news/dr-marina-reinecke-receives-the-2021-cpd-educator-of-the-year-award" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/dr-marina-reinecke-receives-the-2021-cpd-educator-of-the-year-award</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/prescribing-practices-program/chief-medical-examiners-death-review" class="result">Chief Medical Examiner's Death Review</a></h3> <p>A CPSM medical consultant attends the monthly Adult Inquest Review Committee meetings at the Chief Medical Examiners’ Office to review deaths involving prescription...</p> <p><a href="/prescribing-practices-program/chief-medical-examiners-death-review" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/prescribing-practices-program/chief-medical-examiners-death-review</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/cpsm-statement-on-tragic-highway-collision" class="result">CPSM Statement on tragic highway collision</a></h3> <p>With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we extend our deepest condolences to all the individuals and families affected by the tragic accident on Hwy 1 in Manitoba. As physicians,...</p> <p><a href="/news/cpsm-statement-on-tragic-highway-collision" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/cpsm-statement-on-tragic-highway-collision</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/midyear-message-from-the-dean" class="result">Midyear Message from the Dean</a></h3> <p> I recently had the pleasure of celebrating the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the University of Manitoba’s department of family medicine. I was among more than 340...</p> <p><a href="/news/midyear-message-from-the-dean" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/midyear-message-from-the-dean</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/LeaveofAbsence/Practicing-while-on-a-leave-of-absence" class="result">Practicing while on a Leave of Absence</a></h3> <p>Only registrants with a valid certificate of practice are permitted to practice medicine.   If you plan to continue to engage in practice in some way, even when that does...</p> <p><a href="/registration/LeaveofAbsence/Practicing-while-on-a-leave-of-absence" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/LeaveofAbsence/Practicing-while-on-a-leave-of-absence</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/standards/government-funded-programs/substance-use-and-addictions-program-suap" class="result">Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP)</a></h3> <p>The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba collaborated with MHSAL in the fall of 2017 to apply for a Federal Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) grant to fund a...</p> <p><a href="/standards/government-funded-programs/substance-use-and-addictions-program-suap" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/standards/government-funded-programs/substance-use-and-addictions-program-suap</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/for-registrants/info-for-your-practice" class="result">Info for your Practice</a></h3> <p>Standards of Practice of Medicine Practice Directions Quality Improvement Program Medical Records Guidelines Infection Prevention and Control in the Physician's Office MPI...</p> <p><a href="/for-registrants/info-for-your-practice" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/for-registrants/info-for-your-practice</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/message-from-the-registrar" class="result">Message from the Registrar</a></h3> <p> On behalf of CPSM, I sincerely, thank you for the extraordinary care you continue to provide to patients across Manitoba. Physician shortages, burnout and stress, and...</p> <p><a href="/news/message-from-the-registrar" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/message-from-the-registrar</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/september-30-is-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation" class="result">September 30, is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation</a></h3> <p>Reconciliation starts with education. This phrase is prominently found on the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation's (NCTR) website and is CPSM's approach to...</p> <p><a href="/news/september-30-is-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/september-30-is-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/advice-to-the-profession-medical-exemption-notes-for-cellphone-ban-in-classrooms" class="result">Advice to the Profession: Medical Exemption Notes for Cellphone Ban in Classrooms</a></h3> <p>The Manitoba government has implemented a cellphone ban in classrooms for the upcoming school year. Physicians may see increased requests for medical exemption notes to permit...</p> <p><a href="/news/advice-to-the-profession-medical-exemption-notes-for-cellphone-ban-in-classrooms" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/advice-to-the-profession-medical-exemption-notes-for-cellphone-ban-in-classrooms</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/year-end-letter-from-the-registrar" class="result">Year-End Letter from the Registrar</a></h3> <p> Actions speak louder than words. If I had to pick a phrase to define 2025, that would be it. Last year was a year of transition; this year we didn’t just talk about...</p> <p><a href="/news/year-end-letter-from-the-registrar" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/year-end-letter-from-the-registrar</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/about-us/TruthandReconciliation/StandardofPractice" class="result">Standard of Practice</a></h3> <p>The Standard of Practice – Practicing Medicine to Eliminate Anti-Indigenous Racism is effective June 21, 2025. The Standard is the culmination of 16 months of...</p> <p><a href="/about-us/TruthandReconciliation/StandardofPractice" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/about-us/TruthandReconciliation/StandardofPractice</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/making-space-for-learning-this-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation" class="result">Making space for individual learning this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation</a></h3> <p>  As an organization where Truth and Reconciliation is a priority, we recognize that true reconciliation starts with each one of us as individuals. <br /><br />Making...</p> <p><a href="/news/making-space-for-learning-this-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/making-space-for-learning-this-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/reminder-standards-of-practice-for-prescribing-opioids-and-benzodiazepines-z-drugs" class="result">Reminder: Standards of Practice for Prescribing Opioids and Benzodiazepines/Z-Drugs</a></h3> <p> CPSM, in collaboration with other key regulators, is revising prescribing rules as set out by various Standards of Practice and Practice Directions (see Public Consultation:...</p> <p><a href="/news/reminder-standards-of-practice-for-prescribing-opioids-and-benzodiazepines-z-drugs" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/reminder-standards-of-practice-for-prescribing-opioids-and-benzodiazepines-z-drugs</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/practicing-medicine-to-eliminate-anti-indigenous-racism-part-1-understanding-and-acknowledging-racism-exists" class="result">Practicing Medicine to Eliminate Anti-Indigenous Racism Part 1: Understanding and acknowledging racism exists</a></h3> <p>Following 16 months of development by a working group and several consultations with Indigenous organizations, individuals, registrants, partners and the general public,...</p> <p><a href="/news/practicing-medicine-to-eliminate-anti-indigenous-racism-part-1-understanding-and-acknowledging-racism-exists" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/practicing-medicine-to-eliminate-anti-indigenous-racism-part-1-understanding-and-acknowledging-racism-exists</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/prescribing-practices-program/physician-resources" class="result">Physician Resources</a></h3> <p>  <tbody> COVID-19 Information for Members regarding prescribing Narcotic and Controlled Drug Prescriptions for Personal Care Home Residents  Prescribing and...</p> <p><a href="/prescribing-practices-program/physician-resources" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/prescribing-practices-program/physician-resources</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/IMG-resources" class="result">International Medical Graduate Resources</a></h3> <p>For information on applying for registration in assessment classes for International Medical Graduates, click here.   If you are thinking of immigrating to Canada, please...</p> <p><a href="/registration/IMG-resources" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/IMG-resources</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/standards/continuing-professional-development" class="result">Continuing Professional Development</a></h3> <p>All CPSM registrants are required to participate and satisfy the minimum requirements of one of the national licensing body’s continuing professional development (CPD)...</p> <p><a href="/standards/continuing-professional-development" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/standards/continuing-professional-development</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/cpsm-policy-update-professional-liability-insurance-or-coverage-for-clinical-and-physician-assistants" class="result">CPSM Policy Update: Professional Liability Insurance or Coverage for Clinical and Physician Assistants</a></h3> <p>Effective June 25, 2025, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba implemented a revised Council Policy on Professional Liability Insurance or Coverage. One...</p> <p><a href="/news/cpsm-policy-update-professional-liability-insurance-or-coverage-for-clinical-and-physician-assistants" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/cpsm-policy-update-professional-liability-insurance-or-coverage-for-clinical-and-physician-assistants</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/overview" class="result">Overview</a></h3> <p>CPSM is a statutory body established by an act of the Manitoba Legislature. The Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) empowers CPSM to establish criteria for licensure and to...</p> <p><a href="/registration/overview" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/overview</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/fast-track-registration-removes-administrative-burden-for-out-of-province-physicians-to-practice-in-manitoba" class="result">Fast-Track Registration Removes Administrative Burden for Out-of-Province Physicians to Practice in Manitoba</a></h3> <p>WINNIPEG, MB – January 11, 2023 - The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) announced a Fast-Track Registration pathway today that expedites registration...</p> <p><a href="/news/fast-track-registration-removes-administrative-burden-for-out-of-province-physicians-to-practice-in-manitoba" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/fast-track-registration-removes-administrative-burden-for-out-of-province-physicians-to-practice-in-manitoba</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/statement-and-apology-on-truth-and-reconciliation-and-indigenous-specific-racism-in-medical-practice" class="result">Statement and Apology on Truth and Reconciliation and Indigenous-Specific Racism In Medical Practice</a></h3> <p>CPSM issued an apology to the Anishinaabeg, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Denesuline, and Nehethowuk, for racism experienced in their medical care in Manitoba.  The apology...</p> <p><a href="/news/statement-and-apology-on-truth-and-reconciliation-and-indigenous-specific-racism-in-medical-practice" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/statement-and-apology-on-truth-and-reconciliation-and-indigenous-specific-racism-in-medical-practice</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/year-end-message-from-the-president" class="result">Message from the President</a></h3> <p> Dear Colleagues, I hope this message finds you all well. For those who don't know me, I am a family and emergency room physician and I have been practicing in rural Manitoba...</p> <p><a href="/news/year-end-message-from-the-president" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/year-end-message-from-the-president</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/would-your-office-pass-a-cpsm-inspection" class="result">Would Your Office Pass a CPSM Inspection?</a></h3> <p> The Manitoba Quality Assurance Program (MANQAP), under the Quality Department of CPSM, establishes standards for –and conducts inspections of– diagnostic and...</p> <p><a href="/news/would-your-office-pass-a-cpsm-inspection" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/would-your-office-pass-a-cpsm-inspection</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/complaints/committees/inquiry-committee" class="result">Inquiry Committee</a></h3> <p>The Inquiry Committee is appointed by the Council of CPSM as required by Sections 114 and 115 of The Regulated Health Professions Act. The Committee consists of a CPSM...</p> <p><a href="/complaints/committees/inquiry-committee" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/complaints/committees/inquiry-committee</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/debunking-regulatory-myths" class="result">Debunking Regulatory Myths</a></h3> <p>CPSM recognizes there are many misconceptions about the role medical regulators play. It is important that we understand, reflect on, and address the concerns that exist about...</p> <p><a href="/news/debunking-regulatory-myths" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/debunking-regulatory-myths</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/a-multidisciplinary-approach-to-maternal-and-perinatal-quality-of-care" class="result">A Multidisciplinary Approach to Maternal and Perinatal Quality of Care</a></h3> <p> Like clockwork, five times a year, Dr. Michael Helewa would meet with colleagues to discuss maternal and perinatal mortality and morbidity cases in the province. They would...</p> <p><a href="/news/a-multidisciplinary-approach-to-maternal-and-perinatal-quality-of-care" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/a-multidisciplinary-approach-to-maternal-and-perinatal-quality-of-care</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/public-consultation-proposed-new-registration-class-to-address-urgent-system-needs" class="result">Public Consultation: Proposed New Registration Class to address urgent system needs</a></h3> <p>CPSM requests feedback from the public, registrants, regulated health professions, and other partners on the creation of a new class of registration: Provisional (Other Approved...</p> <p><a href="/news/public-consultation-proposed-new-registration-class-to-address-urgent-system-needs" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/public-consultation-proposed-new-registration-class-to-address-urgent-system-needs</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/cpsm-announces-leadership-transition-complete" class="result">CPSM Announces Leadership Transition Complete</a></h3> <p> WINNIPEG, MB – July 2, 2024 – The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM), the medical regulatory body that oversees the practice...</p> <p><a href="/news/cpsm-announces-leadership-transition-complete" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/cpsm-announces-leadership-transition-complete</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/advice-to-the-profession-on-the-responsible-use-of-artificial-intelligence-in-the-practice-of-medicine" class="result">Advice to the Profession on the Responsible use of Artificial Intelligence in the Practice of Medicine</a></h3> <p>View a PDF version of this document here     Advice to the Profession   CPSM provides advice to the profession to support registrants in implementing...</p> <p><a href="/news/advice-to-the-profession-on-the-responsible-use-of-artificial-intelligence-in-the-practice-of-medicine" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/advice-to-the-profession-on-the-responsible-use-of-artificial-intelligence-in-the-practice-of-medicine</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/applying-for-registration/international-medical-graduates" class="result">International Medical Graduates</a></h3> <p> Jump to Regulated Associate Member – Assessment Candidate – Family Practice If you hold College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) eligibility, please see...</p> <p><a href="/registration/applying-for-registration/international-medical-graduates" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/applying-for-registration/international-medical-graduates</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/june-council-update-2025" class="result">June Council Update</a></h3> <p>A Council meeting was held on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Below are important highlights from the meeting. Council meetings are held four times a year and are open to registrants...</p> <p><a href="/news/june-council-update-2025" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/june-council-update-2025</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/regulatory-changes-made-as-part-of-ongoing-efforts-to-support-better-patient-outcomes" class="result">Regulatory Changes Made as Part of Ongoing Efforts to Support Better Patient Outcomes</a></h3> <p>The Manitoba government has approved amendments to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) General Regulation to streamline registration requirements and...</p> <p><a href="/news/regulatory-changes-made-as-part-of-ongoing-efforts-to-support-better-patient-outcomes" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/regulatory-changes-made-as-part-of-ongoing-efforts-to-support-better-patient-outcomes</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/complaints/disciplinary-publications/publication-policies" class="result">Publication Policies</a></h3> <p>“Publication” means material included on this website and in CPSM newsletter. The Regulated Health Professions Act provides for publication in two...</p> <p><a href="/complaints/disciplinary-publications/publication-policies" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/complaints/disciplinary-publications/publication-policies</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/about-us/TruthandReconciliation/AntiIndigenousRacismTraining" class="result">Cultural Safety and Anti-Indigenous Racism Training</a></h3> <p>Download a cultural safety and anti-Indigenous training information sheet  As the late Honourable Murray Sinclair once stated, "Education is what got us into this mess,...</p> <p><a href="/about-us/TruthandReconciliation/AntiIndigenousRacismTraining" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/about-us/TruthandReconciliation/AntiIndigenousRacismTraining</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/advice-to-the-profession-maintaining-professional-obligations-when-engaging-on-public-platforms" class="result">Advice to the Profession: Maintaining Professional Obligations when Engaging on Public Platforms</a></h3> <p>CPSM recognizes there are many complex and important issues facing society, both locally and globally and registrants may feel an obligation to respond. As members of a...</p> <p><a href="/news/advice-to-the-profession-maintaining-professional-obligations-when-engaging-on-public-platforms" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/advice-to-the-profession-maintaining-professional-obligations-when-engaging-on-public-platforms</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/about-us/role-of-the-college" class="result">Role of the College</a></h3> <p>About CPSM CPSM self-regulates the medical profession in Manitoba and has done so since 1871. CPSM’s role is to protect the public as consumers of medical care and...</p> <p><a href="/about-us/role-of-the-college" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/about-us/role-of-the-college</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/identifying-the-most-responsible-physician" class="result">Identifying the “Most Responsible Physician”</a></h3> <p>To ensure the delivery of safe and quality care, there must always be an identified “Most Responsible Physician” (MRP) for each patient. Physicians have a...</p> <p><a href="/news/identifying-the-most-responsible-physician" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/identifying-the-most-responsible-physician</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/message-from-the-dean" class="result">Message from the Dean</a></h3> <p>Greetings to all! I began my term as dean of medicine and dean of the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences in September after seven years as vice-dean, research in the faculty. As a...</p> <p><a href="/news/message-from-the-dean" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/message-from-the-dean</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/complaints/complaint-process/outcome-and-expectations" class="result">Must Read FAQs</a></h3> <p>If you are a member of the public thinking about submitting a complaint, or have a question, read through these FAQs to see if your question is answered. Who can I make a...</p> <p><a href="/complaints/complaint-process/outcome-and-expectations" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/complaints/complaint-process/outcome-and-expectations</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/collaborating-with-regulated-health-care-professionals" class="result">Collaborating with Regulated Health Care Professionals</a></h3> <p>CPSM continues to hear concerns regarding the transfer of patients to emergency and urgent care departments.   These concerns are further compounded by a...</p> <p><a href="/news/collaborating-with-regulated-health-care-professionals" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/collaborating-with-regulated-health-care-professionals</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/national-physician-assistant-day" class="result">National Physician Assistant Day</a></h3> <p> November 27 is National Physician Assistant Day in Canada. This commemorative day recognizes the Physician Assistant profession. CPSM sends our sincerest gratitude to the...</p> <p><a href="/news/national-physician-assistant-day" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/national-physician-assistant-day</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/national-physician-assistant-day-2025" class="result">National Physician Assistant Day</a></h3> <p>November 27 is National Physician Assistant Day, a day to recognize the vital role Physician Assistants hold within the healthcare system.  We often hear about...</p> <p><a href="/news/national-physician-assistant-day-2025" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/national-physician-assistant-day-2025</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/asssociate-member-councillor" class="result">Meet this year's Associate Member Representative</a></h3> <p>Each year, a Councillor is elected to Council from the Associate Members Register. Associate members include medical students, residents, physician assistants, and clinical...</p> <p><a href="/news/asssociate-member-councillor" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/asssociate-member-councillor</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/national-physician-assistant-day-2023" class="result">November 27 is National Physician Assistant Day</a></h3> <p>November 27 is National Physician Assistant Day in Canada. This commemorative day recognizes the Physician Assistant profession and the positive impact they have in providing...</p> <p><a href="/news/national-physician-assistant-day-2023" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/national-physician-assistant-day-2023</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/physician-health-program/PHP" class="result">Physician Health Program</a></h3> <p> <tbody> Download a printable Physician Health Program information sheet.  Post it in your office or lunch area to spread awareness of the program among your...</p> <p><a href="/physician-health-program/PHP" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/physician-health-program/PHP</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/physician-health-program/PhysicianHealthResources" class="result">Resources</a></h3> <p> <tbody> <tbody> If you are in crisis and in need of immediate assistance, help is available. Call Klinic Crisis Line at 204-786-8686 (24/7) or 1-888-322-3019...</p> <p><a href="/physician-health-program/PhysicianHealthResources" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/physician-health-program/PhysicianHealthResources</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/physician-health-program" class="result">Physician Health Program</a></h3> <p> <tbody> Download a printable Physician Health Program information sheet.  Post it in your office or lunch area to spread awareness of the program among your...</p> <p><a href="/physician-health-program" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/physician-health-program</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/applying-for-registration/students-and-graduates" class="result">Students and Graduates</a></h3> <p>Students and Graduates who are enrolled at the University of Manitoba, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, Max Rady College of Medicine must be registered with CPSM and comprises...</p> <p><a href="/registration/applying-for-registration/students-and-graduates" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/applying-for-registration/students-and-graduates</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/public-consultation-amendments-to-enhance-pathways-international-physicians" class="result">Public Consultation: Regulation Amendments to enhance pathways for international physicians</a></h3> <p>This consultation closed on May 25, 2025. 2. Reducing barriers for Provisional Registration of Family Registrants is open for secondary consultation from October 20 to November...</p> <p><a href="/news/public-consultation-amendments-to-enhance-pathways-international-physicians" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/public-consultation-amendments-to-enhance-pathways-international-physicians</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/retirement/registration-and-qualification-implications" class="result">Registration and Qualification Implications</a></h3> <p>At the time of retirement, registrants may either cancel their registration altogether, or convert to the Retired (Physician), Retired (Physician Assistant), or Retired...</p> <p><a href="/registration/retirement/registration-and-qualification-implications" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/retirement/registration-and-qualification-implications</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/honouring-dr-alewyn-vorster-a-legacy-of-compassion-and-leadership-in-the-physician-health-program" class="result">Honouring Dr. Alewyn Vorster: A Legacy of Compassion and Leadership in the Physician Health Program</a></h3> <p>When the Physician Health Program (PHP) was established, there was no playbook or established path to guide its development and operations. In 2018, Dr. Alewyn Vorster assumed...</p> <p><a href="/news/honouring-dr-alewyn-vorster-a-legacy-of-compassion-and-leadership-in-the-physician-health-program" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/honouring-dr-alewyn-vorster-a-legacy-of-compassion-and-leadership-in-the-physician-health-program</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/help-shape-the-future-of-img-support-share-your-experiences-in-our-survey" class="result">Help shape the future of IMG Support: share your experiences in our survey</a></h3> <p> As originally published in Doctors Manitoba Rounds magazine (SPRING 2025 | NUMBER 83) Manitoba is a cultural mosaic and the physician force is a testament to...</p> <p><a href="/news/help-shape-the-future-of-img-support-share-your-experiences-in-our-survey" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/help-shape-the-future-of-img-support-share-your-experiences-in-our-survey</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/managing-conflicts-of-interest" class="result">Managing Conflicts of Interest</a></h3> <p>Balancing competing interests is a routine part of professional medical practice and often cannot be avoided.   For instance, registrants are frequently called upon...</p> <p><a href="/news/managing-conflicts-of-interest" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/managing-conflicts-of-interest</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/march-2026-council-update" class="result">March Council Update</a></h3> <p>A Council was held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Below are important highlights from the meeting.    Approved: 2026-27 CPSM Budget & Certificate of Practice Fees...</p> <p><a href="/news/march-2026-council-update" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/march-2026-council-update</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/Clinical-Physician-Assistant-Contracts-of-Supervision" class="result">Clinical and Physician Assistant Contracts of Supervision</a></h3> <p>Before beginning practice, Clinical Assistants (CIA) and Physician Assistants (PA) must enter a Contract of Supervision (CoS) with a Primary Supervisor, in addition to...</p> <p><a href="/registration/Clinical-Physician-Assistant-Contracts-of-Supervision" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/Clinical-Physician-Assistant-Contracts-of-Supervision</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/celebrating-women-in-medicine" class="result">Celebrating Women in Medicine</a></h3> <p>March 8 marks International Women’s Day, a global celebration of the achievements and contributions of women worldwide. On March 11, we also celebrate the 6<sup>th</sup>...</p> <p><a href="/news/celebrating-women-in-medicine" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/celebrating-women-in-medicine</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/new-council-president-dr-nader-shenouda" class="result">Meet the New CPSM Council President, Dr. Nader Shenouda</a></h3> <p>“Medicine is a field of curiosity and innovation,” says Dr. Nader Shenouda, who assumed the position of president at the CPSM AGM on June 28th, 2023. He joined the...</p> <p><a href="/news/new-council-president-dr-nader-shenouda" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/new-council-president-dr-nader-shenouda</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/protectingthepublic" class="result">Protecting the Public</a></h3> <p>  <tbody> Who is The College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPSM)? CPSM is the medical regulatory body that oversees the practice of medicine in Manitoba. We are guided...</p> <p><a href="/protectingthepublic" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/protectingthepublic</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/receiving-and-discharging-patients-to-and-from-emergency-departments-and-urgent-care" class="result">Receiving and Discharging Patients to and from Emergency Departments & Urgent Care</a></h3> <p>This is Part 2 of guidance to the profession on collaborative care regarding the referral of patients to emergency or urgent care. Read Part 1 - Referring Patients to...</p> <p><a href="/news/receiving-and-discharging-patients-to-and-from-emergency-departments-and-urgent-care" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/receiving-and-discharging-patients-to-and-from-emergency-departments-and-urgent-care</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/cpsm-registrar-receives-family-physician-of-the-year-award" class="result">CPSM Registrar Receives Reg L. Perkin Award for Family Physician of the Year</a></h3> <p>Dr. Ainslie Mihalchuk, Registrar and CEO of CPSM, received the Reg L. Perkin Award for Family Physician of the Year - Manitoba from the College of Family Physicians of Canada...</p> <p><a href="/news/cpsm-registrar-receives-family-physician-of-the-year-award" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/cpsm-registrar-receives-family-physician-of-the-year-award</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/three-things-you-may-not-know-about-the-physician-health-program" class="result">Three things you may not know about the Physician Health Program</a></h3> <p> A registrant’s health and well-being impact the quality of care they provide to their patient. The Physician Health Program (PHP) supports physicians, residents,...</p> <p><a href="/news/three-things-you-may-not-know-about-the-physician-health-program" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/three-things-you-may-not-know-about-the-physician-health-program</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/wildfire-update-2" class="result">Wildfire Update #2: Prescribing in Saskatchewan, Travelling to Northern Manitoba, and ways to help</a></h3> <p>Wildfire updates for June 3, 2025:   Physicians from Northern Regional Health Authority (NRHA) who have evacuated to Saskatchewan are authorized to prescribe to...</p> <p><a href="/news/wildfire-update-2" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/wildfire-update-2</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/letter-from-the-president-2025" class="result">Year-End Letter from the President</a></h3> <p> As 2025 draws to a close, I would like to take some time to reflect on the mission of CPSM and highlight some of the activities of the past year and look ahead to the coming...</p> <p><a href="/news/letter-from-the-president-2025" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/letter-from-the-president-2025</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/certificates-of-incapacity-form-21-of-the-mental-health-act" class="result">Certificates of Incapacity - Form 21 of the Mental Health Act</a></h3> <p>A message from the Office of the Chief Provincial Psychiatrist of Manitoba, Certificates of Incapacity can be completed by a physician (at this time no other health care...</p> <p><a href="/news/certificates-of-incapacity-form-21-of-the-mental-health-act" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/certificates-of-incapacity-form-21-of-the-mental-health-act</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/council-meeting-update-sept-2025" class="result">Council Meeting Update</a></h3> <p>A Council meeting was held on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Below are important highlights from the meeting.  Council meetings are held four times a year and are open to...</p> <p><a href="/news/council-meeting-update-sept-2025" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/council-meeting-update-sept-2025</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/applying-for-registration/independent-practice" class="result">Full Registration</a></h3> <p> Jump to Full Practising Class Jump to Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)   Jump to Fast-Track Registration  Registrants who meet the requirements of Full...</p> <p><a href="/registration/applying-for-registration/independent-practice" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/applying-for-registration/independent-practice</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/accredited-programs/infection-prevention-and-control-in-the-physicians-office" class="result">Infection Prevention and Control In the Physician's Office</a></h3> <p>The Standards Committee of The College of Physicians & Surgeons of Manitoba recommends using The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)...</p> <p><a href="/accredited-programs/infection-prevention-and-control-in-the-physicians-office" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/accredited-programs/infection-prevention-and-control-in-the-physicians-office</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/end-of-year-message-from-the-registrar-2023" class="result">Message from the Registrar</a></h3> <p> As 2023 comes to a close, I extend my warmest wishes to CPSM registrants in every corner of the province. I thank you for your commitment to upholding high standards of...</p> <p><a href="/news/end-of-year-message-from-the-registrar-2023" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/end-of-year-message-from-the-registrar-2023</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/public-consultation-modernizing-the-council-election-process" class="result">Public Consultation: Modernizing the Council Election Process</a></h3> <p>NOTE: The public consultation closed on November 16, 2025. Some of the documents available during the consultation period may no longer be available to...</p> <p><a href="/news/public-consultation-modernizing-the-council-election-process" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/public-consultation-modernizing-the-council-election-process</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/standards/quality-improvement-program" class="result">Quality Improvement Program</a></h3> <p>Effective January 1, 2019, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) implemented the Quality Improvement (QI) Program under The Regulated Health Professions Act...</p> <p><a href="/standards/quality-improvement-program" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/standards/quality-improvement-program</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/gender-affirming-medical-care" class="result">Gender-Affirming Medical Care</a></h3> <p>By Dr. Shayne Reitmeier and Dr. Christine Buchel CPSM acknowledges the current political atmosphere concerning 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. We recognize that issues of...</p> <p><a href="/news/gender-affirming-medical-care" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/gender-affirming-medical-care</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/councillor-profile-dr-lisa-monkman" class="result">Councillor Profile: Dr. Lisa Monkman</a></h3> <p>Dr. Lisa Monkman represents the North Electoral District on CPSM Council. She has been on Council since 2022. She is Chair of the CPSM Truth and Reconciliation Advisory...</p> <p><a href="/news/councillor-profile-dr-lisa-monkman" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/councillor-profile-dr-lisa-monkman</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/public-consultation-entering-a-new-practice-setting" class="result">Public Consultation: Entering a New Practice Setting</a></h3> <p>CPSM requests feedback from the public, registrants, regulated health professions, and other stakeholders regarding a new Standard of Practice – Entering a New...</p> <p><a href="/news/public-consultation-entering-a-new-practice-setting" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/public-consultation-entering-a-new-practice-setting</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/annual-general-meeting-update" class="result">Annual General Meeting Update</a></h3> <p>The CPSM annual general meeting was held on June 21 to review the fiscal year of May 1, 2021-April 30, 2022. Major activities from every department were also reviewed. Below...</p> <p><a href="/news/annual-general-meeting-update" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/annual-general-meeting-update</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/national-physicians-day-2025" class="result">National Physicians’ Day</a></h3> <p>A message from the Registrar  I remember the first National Physicians Day I spent at CPSM in 2020. At the time, physicians had been working tirelessly around the clock,...</p> <p><a href="/news/national-physicians-day-2025" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/national-physicians-day-2025</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/complaints/overview" class="result">Overview</a></h3> <p><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5rsYGLUrEKQ?si=eDpS03gQI9PmV5bf" width="100%" height="450" frameborder="0"...</p> <p><a href="/complaints/overview" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/complaints/overview</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/new-recommended-practice-manual-launched-to-support-opioid-agonist-therapy-prescribers-in-manitoba" class="result">New Recommended Practice Manual Launched to Support Opioid Agonist Therapy Prescribers in Manitoba</a></h3> <p>WINNIPEG, MB – May 25, 2023 – The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) launched the Manitoba Opioid Agonist Therapy...</p> <p><a href="/news/new-recommended-practice-manual-launched-to-support-opioid-agonist-therapy-prescribers-in-manitoba" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/new-recommended-practice-manual-launched-to-support-opioid-agonist-therapy-prescribers-in-manitoba</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/cpsm-participating-in-working-group-to-develop-the-first-nationally-integrated-source-of-data-on-physicians-in-canada" class="result">CPSM participating in working group to develop the first nationally integrated source of data on physicians in Canada</a></h3> <p>In October 2022, the Medical Council of Canada (MCC) received grant approval from the Government of Canada to create the National Registry of Physicians, the first nationally...</p> <p><a href="/news/cpsm-participating-in-working-group-to-develop-the-first-nationally-integrated-source-of-data-on-physicians-in-canada" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/cpsm-participating-in-working-group-to-develop-the-first-nationally-integrated-source-of-data-on-physicians-in-canada</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/june-council-update-2024" class="result">June Council Update</a></h3> <p>A Council meeting was held on Wednesday, June 26. Below are important highlights from the meeting. Council meetings are held four times a year and are open to registrants and...</p> <p><a href="/news/june-council-update-2024" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/june-council-update-2024</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/new-assistant-registrar-of-complaints-and-investigations" class="result">New Assistant Registrar of Complaints & Investigations Announced</a></h3> <p> CPSM announces Dr. Philippe Guillaume Poliquin will join CPSM as Assistant Registrar for the Complaints & Investigations Department starting on Tuesday, August 6, 2024....</p> <p><a href="/news/new-assistant-registrar-of-complaints-and-investigations" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/new-assistant-registrar-of-complaints-and-investigations</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/complaints/committees/complaints-committee" class="result">Complaints Committee</a></h3> <p>CPSM is committed to addressing complaints against physicians and other members of CPSM such as Physician Assistants or Clinical Assistants. The Complaints Committee oversees...</p> <p><a href="/complaints/committees/complaints-committee" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/complaints/committees/complaints-committee</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/easing-the-path-for-u-s-physicians-to-obtain-licensure-in-manitoba" class="result">Easing the Path for U.S. Physicians to Obtain Licensure in Manitoba</a></h3> <p>The Manitoba Government approved a change to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba General Regulation, allowing physicians from the United States to apply...</p> <p><a href="/news/easing-the-path-for-u-s-physicians-to-obtain-licensure-in-manitoba" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/easing-the-path-for-u-s-physicians-to-obtain-licensure-in-manitoba</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/applying-for-registration/fast-track-registration-manitoba" class="result">Fast-Track Registration</a></h3> <p>Physicians who meet the national standard for a full, unrestricted license for independent practice and are in good standing with another Canadian Medical Regulatory Authority,...</p> <p><a href="/registration/applying-for-registration/fast-track-registration-manitoba" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/applying-for-registration/fast-track-registration-manitoba</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/retirement" class="result">Retirement</a></h3> <p>Quick Resources Download a printable retirement checklist for retirement.  Download the Retirement Reporting Form.     ADVICE TO THE PROFESSION ABOUT...</p> <p><a href="/registration/retirement" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/retirement</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/retirement/retiring-from-practice-requirements" class="result">Retiring from Practice Requirements</a></h3> <p>Registrants who are retiring from practice are expected to make reasonable plans and arrangements to ensure good continuity of care for their patients. In general, registrants...</p> <p><a href="/registration/retirement/retiring-from-practice-requirements" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/retirement/retiring-from-practice-requirements</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/accredited-programs/accreditation-resources" class="result">Resources</a></h3> <p> Inspections are a component of CPSM's extensive quality assurance and improvement initiatives.      Physician Office Laboratory Registration...</p> <p><a href="/accredited-programs/accreditation-resources" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/accredited-programs/accreditation-resources</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/laws-and-policies/practice-directions" class="result">Practice Directions</a></h3> <p>Practice Directions are approved by Council and relate to an individual registrants’ practice of medicine. They supplement the requirements of the Regulated Health...</p> <p><a href="/laws-and-policies/practice-directions" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/laws-and-policies/practice-directions</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/retiring-or-leaving-practice-faqs" class="result">Retiring or Leaving Practice FAQs</a></h3> <p>*Updated November 21, 2023.    Quick Resources  Download checklists to help guide you through taking the steps toward taking a leave of absence or planning for...</p> <p><a href="/news/retiring-or-leaving-practice-faqs" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/retiring-or-leaving-practice-faqs</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/dismissing-a-patient" class="result">Dismissing a Patient</a></h3> <p>  The Complaints and Investigation Department has noted a significant increase in patients complaining that they have been dismissed from their physician's practice...</p> <p><a href="/news/dismissing-a-patient" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/dismissing-a-patient</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/preparing-for-your-annual-renewal-2025" class="result">Preparing for your annual Certificate of Practice renewal: What you need to know</a></h3> <p>CPSM registrants are required to renew their Certificate of Practice annually. A renewal consists of completing an online questionnaire and paying the renewal fee....</p> <p><a href="/news/preparing-for-your-annual-renewal-2025" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/preparing-for-your-annual-renewal-2025</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/complaints/committees/investigation-committee" class="result">Investigation Committee</a></h3> <p>The Investigation Committee oversees the handling of all investigations through an established process, much of which is required by legislation. The Investigation Committee is...</p> <p><a href="/complaints/committees/investigation-committee" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/complaints/committees/investigation-committee</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/webinar-how-to-improve-medical-communication-with-first-nations-patients" class="result">Webinar Highlights: How to improve medical communication with First Nations patients</a></h3> <p>On April 9, the Restorative Practices Program (RPP) hosted a webinar on how to improve medical communication with First Nations patients. The session was led by Dr. Courtney...</p> <p><a href="/news/webinar-how-to-improve-medical-communication-with-first-nations-patients" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/webinar-how-to-improve-medical-communication-with-first-nations-patients</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/notice-to-all-prescribers-manitoba-prescribing-practices-program-m3p-update" class="result">Notice to all Prescribers: Manitoba Prescribing Practices Program (M3P) Update</a></h3> <p>Details updated February 6, 2023   The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) and the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba (CPhM) Registrars have authorized...</p> <p><a href="/news/notice-to-all-prescribers-manitoba-prescribing-practices-program-m3p-update" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/notice-to-all-prescribers-manitoba-prescribing-practices-program-m3p-update</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/insulin-pump-therapy-what-you-need-to-know-to-mitigate-risk" class="result">Insulin Pump Therapy: What You Need to Know to Mitigate Risk</a></h3> <p>With the advent of insulin pump therapy and recent funding changes, doors are opening for Manitobans with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) to access more options for disease management....</p> <p><a href="/news/insulin-pump-therapy-what-you-need-to-know-to-mitigate-risk" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/insulin-pump-therapy-what-you-need-to-know-to-mitigate-risk</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/registration/Registration-FAQs-and-Additional-Resources" class="result">Registration FAQs and Additional Resources</a></h3> <p><h6 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Are you currently registered as a resident, medical student, or physician assistant student and have...</p> <p><a href="/registration/Registration-FAQs-and-Additional-Resources" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/registration/Registration-FAQs-and-Additional-Resources</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/notice-of-council-election-2025" class="result">Notice of Council Election</a></h3> <p>As a self-regulating profession, CPSM’s Council plays a vital role in setting and guiding our organizational strategic direction.   Your voice and leadership can...</p> <p><a href="/news/notice-of-council-election-2025" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/notice-of-council-election-2025</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/cpsm-releases-2022-23-annual-report" class="result">CPSM releases 2022-23 Annual Report</a></h3> <p>WINNIPEG, MB – September 6, 2023 – The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) released its annual report for 2022-23 today. The annual...</p> <p><a href="/news/cpsm-releases-2022-23-annual-report" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/cpsm-releases-2022-23-annual-report</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/prescribing-to-patients-whom-you-have-not-assessed-in-person" class="result">Prescribing to Patients Whom You Have Not Assessed In-Person</a></h3> <p>Semaglutide, sold under the brand name Ozempic and approved to treat Type 2 diabetes, is gaining popularity due to its off-label use for weight loss. Advertising and social...</p> <p><a href="/news/prescribing-to-patients-whom-you-have-not-assessed-in-person" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/prescribing-to-patients-whom-you-have-not-assessed-in-person</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/complaints/complaint-process" class="result">Make a Complaint</a></h3> <p>Concerns about a physician, resident, medical student, physician assistant or clinical assistant’s care or conduct are addressed through CPSM’s complaints and...</p> <p><a href="/complaints/complaint-process" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/complaints/complaint-process</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/about-us/administration" class="result">Senior Leadership Team</a></h3> <p>Department Contact Emails   <tbody>        Dr. Ainslie Mihalchuk                    ...</p> <p><a href="/about-us/administration" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/about-us/administration</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/referring-patients-to-emergency-departments-and-urgent-care" class="result">Referring Patients to Emergency Departments & Urgent Care</a></h3> <p>This is Part 1 of guidance to the profession on collaborative care regarding the referral of patients to emergency or urgent care. Read Part 2 - Receiving and Discharging...</p> <p><a href="/news/referring-patients-to-emergency-departments-and-urgent-care" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/referring-patients-to-emergency-departments-and-urgent-care</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/laws-and-policies/policies-of-council" class="result">Council Policies</a></h3> <p>CPSM's Governance Policies are created to define and guide the appropriate responsibilities of Council, Committees of the College, Registrants, and the...</p> <p><a href="/laws-and-policies/policies-of-council" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/laws-and-policies/policies-of-council</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/about-us/TruthandReconciliation" class="result">Truth and Reconciliation</a></h3> <p>June 21, 2025: Answering the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action As of June 21, 2025, we reached a pivotal moment in CPSM's history.  In December 2024,...</p> <p><a href="/about-us/TruthandReconciliation" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/about-us/TruthandReconciliation</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/eliminating-exam-requirement-removes-major-barrier-for-international-medical-graduates-seeking-to-practice-in-manitoba" class="result">Eliminating exam requirement removes major barrier for International Medical Graduates seeking to practice in Manitoba</a></h3> <p>Update: As of September 1, 2023, International Medical Graduates who meet all other registration requirements will no longer be required to also hold a Licentiate of the Medical...</p> <p><a href="/news/eliminating-exam-requirement-removes-major-barrier-for-international-medical-graduates-seeking-to-practice-in-manitoba" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/eliminating-exam-requirement-removes-major-barrier-for-international-medical-graduates-seeking-to-practice-in-manitoba</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/laws-and-policies/laws-and-policies-overview" class="result">Legislation, Acts & Regulations</a></h3> <p>Governing Legislation CPSM is a statutory body established by an act of the Manitoba Legislature. Its primary rights and obligations stem from its legislative authority. The...</p> <p><a href="/laws-and-policies/laws-and-policies-overview" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/laws-and-policies/laws-and-policies-overview</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/social-media-and-the-code-of-ethics-and-professionalism" class="result">Social Media and the Code of Ethics and Professionalism</a></h3> <p>Update: While this is still relevant advice, the Standard of Practice for Social Media came into effect on June 28, 2023. View it here for more detailed guidance. Social...</p> <p><a href="/news/social-media-and-the-code-of-ethics-and-professionalism" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/social-media-and-the-code-of-ethics-and-professionalism</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/physicians-directory" class="result">Registrants' Directory</a></h3> <p>The directories below are a list of members currently practicing in Manitoba, per category. Physician Directory Clinical Assistant Directory Educational Directory Physician...</p> <p><a href="/physicians-directory" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/physicians-directory</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/about-us/governing-legislation" class="result">Governing Legislation</a></h3> <p>Governing Legislation The College is a statutory body established by an act of the Manitoba Legislature. Its primary rights and obligations stem from its legislative authority....</p> <p><a href="/about-us/governing-legislation" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/about-us/governing-legislation</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/coming-fall-2025-codeine-added-to-m3p-drug-list" class="result">Coming 2026: Codeine Added to M3P Drug List Including Tylenol #3, Tylenol #2, and Cotridin</a></h3> <p>  Revised Dec. 17, 2025 Coming in 2026, several codeine-containing products (including Tylenol #3, Tylenol #2, and Cotridin) will be M3P drugs.   8 key points to...</p> <p><a href="/news/coming-fall-2025-codeine-added-to-m3p-drug-list" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/coming-fall-2025-codeine-added-to-m3p-drug-list</a></p> <hr/> <h3><a href="/news/responding-to-measles-cases-in-manitoba" class="result">Responding to Measles Cases in Manitoba</a></h3> <p>A message from Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Case Counts Manitoba is continuing to see increased cases of measles, with 90 confirmed and 4 probable cases...</p> <p><a href="/news/responding-to-measles-cases-in-manitoba" class="result">https://cpsm.mb.ca/news/responding-to-measles-cases-in-manitoba</a></p> <hr/> </div> </div> </div> <div class="footer-top py-5"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-12"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-sm-6 col-12 mb-3"> <dl> <dt> <strong>About Us</strong> </dt>  <dd class="mb-0"> <a href="/about-us/role-of-the-college" >Role of the College</a> </dd> <dd class="mb-0"> <a href="/about-us/council" >Council</a> </dd> <dd class="mb-0"> <a href="/about-us/governing-legislation" >Governing Legislation</a> </dd> <dd class="mb-0"> <a href="/about-us/administration" >Senior Leadership Team</a> </dd> <dd class="mb-0"> <a href="/about-us/TruthandReconciliation" >Truth and Reconciliation</a> </dd> <dd class="mb-0"> <a href="/about-us/annual-reports" >Annual Reports</a> </dd> <dd class="mb-0"> <a href="/about-us/careers" >Careers</a> </dd> <dl> </div> <div 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