Become a Member
All family physicians and nurse practitioners in Burnaby can become a member of the Division at no cost. Since 2011, more than 90 percent of our community’s family physicians have joined the Division.
As a member of the Burnaby Division of Family Practice (BDFP), you’ll be part of a network of local health care providers with a shared goal of improving how our health care system works in Burnaby—for you, and for your patients. Membership is free.
Membership Benefits
Shape the future of health care
Your voice can influence the delivery of health care in our community, whether it’s your needs and priorities as a family physician or your patients.
Build connections that matter
You’ll become a part of our robust network of family physicians who connect and collaborate regularly to share knowledge, solutions, and support.
Extend your care team
You’ll benefit from Burnaby’s team-based care approach, with access to refer patients to the Burnaby Primary Care Network’s whole range of health and well-being services, including nine PCN allied health services.
Stay informed with end-to-end support from your Division experts
- Free UpToDate subscription
- Access to Pathways, a specialist and resource database
- CME opportunities tailored to your needs
- Support with recruitment, retention, and locum coverage
- Retirement planning support
- Resources and learning opportunities for your MOAs
- Opportunities for leadership or to grow your practice with our programs in Long-term Care, Shared Care, Maternity Clinic, and more.
- Strengthen and transform primary care with Burnaby’s Primary Care Network (PCN).
New-to-Practice or Internationally Trained Medical Graduates
Whether you’re new to practice or exploring a move to Burnaby from elsewhere in Canada or overseas, we’re here to help you get started.
Our Recruitment and Retention Coordinator supports new physicians and nurse practitioners with:
- Navigating licensure and College requirements
- Connecting with clinics that match your interests and practice style
- Understanding Ministry of Health and Health Authority contracts where applicable
- Exploring team-based care opportunities within the Burnaby Primary Care Network
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact membership@burnabydivision.ca.
Edmonds Urgent and Primary Care Centre
In Burnaby, we are proud to work closely with the Edmonds Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC)—the only physician-led, Division-run UPCC in the Lower Mainland.
All Burnaby Division of Family Practice members have the opportunity to contribute to the Edmonds UPCC’s team-based care model, working collaboratively alongside MOAs, clinic managers, nurses, social workers, and clinical counsellors.
Eligibility
Licensed family physicians or nurse practitioners who practice the majority of their time in the City of Burnaby (whether you’re a resident, actively practicing, or a retired physician who practiced in Burnaby).
How to register
Membership is funded by the Family Practice Services Committee (FPSC) and is provided at no cost to family physicians.
Submit an application online. Once completed, your application will be sent to the Board of Directors for approval. Our Recruitment and Retention Coordinator will contact you once your application has been approved.