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The College joins with Nova Scotians to commemorate Emancipation Day on August 1st.  Emancipation Day marks the historic abolition of slavery by the British Parliament in 1834, ending the legal enslavement of African peoples across the British Empire. Each year, Canadians are called to reflect upon and to address anti-Black racism and discrimination. This day honours the strength, resilience, and enduring contributions of Black communities in Canada.

In this issue: June orientation: 18 physicians completed the 4-day session Provide a “sense of belonging”: the journey to practicing family medicine in Nova Scotia for Dr. Patience Omaiye-Oklobia Journey into Practice: video launched of Dr. Mutiat Sulyman and Dr. Sanjana Sridharan New Session: reshaping the idea of frailty and dignity of risk The SignPost newsletter provides updates and resources to participants engaged with the Welcome Collaborative. The Welcome Collaborative is an orientation program designed to support physicians who have trained outside of Canada, have been issued a licence, and are new to practising in Nova Scotia.

The Province and Lebanese American University in Beirut have signed a memorandum of agreement outlining a five-year pilot program that will see 10 ready-to-practise family physicians come to Nova Scotia, two in each year of the agreement.

The Physician Assessment Centre of Excellence (PACE) is a dedicated assessment centre and medical clinic designed to evaluate internationally trained physicians (ITPs) in office-based primary care. PACE serves as a pathway to independent licensure in Nova Scotia by ensuring candidates demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and judgment required to practice safely and ethically in Nova Scotia. Update on Applications to PACE Thank you for your interest in PACE. PACE is presently reviewing hundreds of applications. As such, PACE is not undertaking a broad call for further applications at this time. 

On June 21, the College recognizes National Indigenous Peoples Day, a celebration of the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada.  The College values the important work of Tajikeimɨk Mi’kmaw Health and Wellness, which works towards health transformation for Mi’kmaq in Nova Scotia. Read more about National Indigenous Peoples Day.

A new video has just been launched featuring interviews with Dr. Sulyman and Dr. Sridharan who are both program presenters.

The College recognizes Pride Month and celebrates the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Physicians in Nova Scotia play an important role in addressing the healthcare needs of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community with dignity and respect. The College recognizes the important contribution of NSH’s prideHealth which works to improve access to safe, coordinated and comprehensive care for people who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+.

The College congratulates the Dalhousie Medical School graduates from the class of 2025. We wish our new doctors well in the exciting new opportunities ahead.