Retirement

Quick Resources

Download a printable retirement checklist for retirement. 

Download the Retirement Reporting Form.  

ADVICE TO THE PROFESSION ABOUT RETIREMENT

This page contains information about what registrants must consider when retiring from the professional practice of medicine. The information is intended to offer practical guidance for ensuring safe practice and good continuity of care for patients.

Registrants, including Physicians, Physician Assistants, and Clinical Assistants, who are planning for their retirement are advised to review the following Standards of Practice:

• Standard of Practice - Good Medical Care
• Standard of Practice - Collaborative Care
• Standard of Practice - Practice Management
• Standards of Practice - Maintenance of Patient Records in All Settings 

Reporting Your Retirement to CPSM

Notice of an intention to retire must be communicated to CPSM as soon as possible.

1. Review what needs to be included in the notice here or download a printable checklist to help you meet your obligations.
2. Complete the Retirement Reporting Form.

Registrants are encouraged to seek information or advice about retiring from practice from the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA), or Doctors Manitoba if you are a member of either organization.

View CMPA's provides tips for closing or leaving practice. 

View Doctors Manitoba Resource Guide for Retirement or Practice Closure. 

For more details about retirement, click on each section below or on the menu on the sidebar on the left (or at the top if you are on a smartphone). 

Defining Retirement

Retiring from Practice Requirements

Registration and Qualification Implications