The Canadian Association of Physician Assistants issued the following statement after the Ontario government announced a new list of health care workers who are eligible for the COVID-19-related wage boost. “On Tuesday the Ford government expanded the list of workers… Read more »
CAPA News
To fight COVID-19, remove barriers for Ontario’s physician assistants
April 11th, 2020Dear Minister Elliott and Deputy Minister Angus, On behalf of physician assistants (PAs) across our province, we thank you for your tireless dedication to the wellbeing of Ontarians and your tremendous support of all frontline health care professionals throughout the… Read more »
CAPA Letter to PEI Health Minister
April 9th, 2020Dear Minister Aylward and Deputy Minister Spidel, I’m writing on behalf of the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants as a follow up to our meetings last fall regarding the integration of physician assistants (PAs) in Prince Edward Island’s health system…. Read more »
Marriott Special Rates for Medical Caregivers
April 7th, 2020A “Community Caregivers Rate” is available to expedite bookings for health care and relief professionals, and support staff. This rate is available through June 30, 2020 at participating Marriott hotels. Please see the information sheet for guidelines on how to… Read more »
CAPA Letter to Federal Health Care Leaders
March 20th, 2020Ms. Tina Namiesniowski, President, Public Health Agency of Canada Dr. Theresa Tam, Chief Public Health Officer, Public Health Agency of Canada The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health Dear Ms. Namiesniowski, Dr. Tam, and Minister Hajdu, We are writing on… Read more »