Dear members, 

I am honoured to be serving as your President. This is an exciting and defining time to be a Physician Assistant in Canada. For the first time in our profession’s history, PAs are in greater demand than ever before. We are witnessing unprecedented growth, with new PA training programs emerging, expanded seats at existing institutions, and a wealth of employment opportunities as governments and key stakeholders invest in PAs like never before. 

As we embrace this momentum, it is essential that we grow not only ambitiously, but responsibly. Sustainable success requires thoughtful planning and continued advocacy—advocacy for increased training capacity, fair and equitable compensation, and meaningful discussions around the development of a funding model that will support and sustain our profession in this new era. 

I have seen firsthand the dedication, resilience, and commitment of our members, and the remarkable impact we can achieve when we work together. I am equally encouraged by the growing number of new students entering our profession—individuals who bring passion for healthcare and a strong desire to advocate for the role of PAs. To them, I extend a warm welcome and encourage active engagement with our professional association and the broader PA community, one grounded in collaboration, mentorship, and mutual support. 

It is this collective strength that gives me confidence in our future. Together, we will continue to position PAs as indispensable members of Canada’s healthcare system—because our country, our physicians, our healthcare teams, and most importantly, our patients deserve PAs. 

Sincerely, 

Ryan Bennett, CCPA 

President