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It’s time to nominate a colleague who deserves to be recognized for their accomplishments! Awards will be presented at the 2021 Annual General Meeting on November 27th. Nominate

CBC Story: A possible solution to the family doctor shortage
"A recent survey suggests 20 percent of Canadians do not have a family doctor, which can make getting timely lab tests and referrals to specialists nearly impossible. But what if you could get everything you need under one roof? Andrew Chang talks with Dr. Danielle Martin about health teams and why… read more
Global News: B.C. psychological experts pushing for public mental health system
B.C. psychologists are ringing the alarm that better access to mental health plans is needed within the province. Click here to watch the full story  
Social Media Content Creator BC Psychological Association
Job Description British Columbia Psychological Association (BCPA) is the advocacy organization for all psychologists in BC and promotes the profession within the province.  The BCPA provides leadership for the advancement and promotion of the profession and science of psychology. Among other… read more
Statement for Truth & Reconciliation Day
Friday, September 30 is Canada's National Truth and Reconciliation Day. The Diversity and Social Advocacy Committee of BCPA encourages BCPA members to take this opportunity to pursue meaningful dialogue about the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Recommendations (found here) and the… read more
A recent study showing the effectiveness of including psychologists in primary care done right here in BC!
This recent study conducted right here in BC showed that in less than three 30 minutes visits with a psychologist in primary care, patients had reductions in suicidality, depression, anxiety, & health care utilization across the subsequent 6 months. These incredible results demonstrate the… read more
KEEP CALM AND WAIT UNTIL JUNE 1st TO RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP
We know you're excited to renew your membership with us - we are too! But please do not give us your money until June 1st. Our silly website will allow you to renew at any time, however, renewing before June 1st can cause administrative complications. Please hold your money until June 1st, then we… read more
NEW PRESS RELEASE - Mar 23, 2022
BC Psychologists submit proposal to government for primary care program that could improve care for thousands. Read the press release here. Write your MLA here. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Recently, the British Columbia Psychological Association (BCPA)… read more
BC PSYCHOLOGISTS OFFERING PRO-BONO OR SLIDING SCALE SERVICES TO THOSE IMPACTED BY THE WAR IN UKRAINE
  Dr. David Mensink Offering: pro-bono services (free) Serving: adults Experience with: ESL (English second language) populations Email: david.mensink@dal.ca Phone: 250 880-4030 Location: Victoria Dr. Tanya Elez Offering: pro-bono services (free) and sliding scale Serving: children,… read more
PRESS RELEASE - FEB 3, 2022
See our latest Press Release - February 3 2022 February is Psychology Month! February 03, 2022 13:40 ET | Source: British Columbia Psychological Association VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- February is Psychology Month, where we raise awareness about the role… read more
WE NOW HAVE A FORUM OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE
                      Dear Members, BCPA is pleased to advise that we now have a Forum Oversight Committee. The volunteers on this committee will be providing random audits of forum content and following up with any complaints received or voiced concerns. The mandate of this committee… read more

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