Visiting BC

Physicians and surgeons in training and those licensed to practise independently outside of BC may wish to visit BC temporarily for a clinical or educational experience. They must hold a CPSBC licence before commencing any visit that involves patients.

Types of licences

The following classes require a licence from CPSBC before commencing any visit that involves patients—regardless of providing direct care or just observing.

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For medical students enrolled in the accredited Doctor of Medicine undergraduate program and the...

Clinical observersarrow_right_alt

For medical school graduates wishing to gain short-term clinical experience in Canada

Postgraduate residentsarrow_right_alt

For postgraduate residents enrolled at the UBC Faculty of Medicine, and postgraduate residents from...

Locum licencearrow_right_alt

For independently practising physicians wishing to complete a locum tenens in BC

Visiting physiciansarrow_right_alt

CPSBC grants short-term licences for up to six months to physicians from other jurisdictions, which...

Podiatric students and residentsarrow_right_alt

For students enrolled in accredited Doctor of Podiatric Medicine programs and postgraduate residents...

Do you have questions about temporary licensure?

Email a current resume and description of your intended temporary practise in BC to licensing@cpsbc.ca.