Serving the public by regulating physicians and surgeons

Read the March/April 2026 issue of the College Connector.

CPSBC’s practice standards and professional guidelines have recently been revised to align with the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA). This includes updating terminology and correcting references to ensure they point to the appropriate sections of the new legislation. Additionally, several new guidelines are now in effect.

CPSBC’s new governing legislation, the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA), will come into force on April 1, 2026. While how the public and registrants (licensees under the HPOA) currently interact with CPSBC will mostly remain the same, there are some key changes to note. 

CPSBC has revised its Care Coverage Outside Regular Office Hours practice standard, now titled Availability and Coverage, to clarify expectations for after-hours care and address identified gaps.

Read the January/February 2026 issue of the College Connector.

The 2026 annual licence renewal process is now available by logging in to the registrant portal. The deadline for renewal is February 1, 2026, 11:59 p.m. PST.

The CPSBC Bylaws have been updated, effective January 2, 2026.

CPSBC is updating its Availability and Coverage practice standard, which outlines physicians' and surgeons’ responsibilities for providing medical care outside of regular office hours.

British Columbians are invited to contribute their knowledge, skills and expertise by sitting as members of CPSBC committees.