College Radar

Information and resources related to virtual care

The College Council composed of physicians and public representatives met virtually on October 15. The Council approved the following professional standard: The Council also approved licensing fees for 2022 with no increase in annual licence renewal.

For the 2021 cohort of MOC program participants from the Royal College Although last year’s annual requirements of 40 credits were waived due to COVID-19, MOC Program requirements have been reinstated for 2021. To successfully close your cycle, you’ll need…

After working closely with the Royal College, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia Health, and the Department of Health & Wellness, the first practice-ready assessment (PRA) for a subspecialist will soon be launched.  Nova Scotia is the only province in Canada offering…

Acceptable alternatives to the LMCC The Medical Council of Canada (MCC) announced the permanent cancellation of the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE) Part II on June 8, 2021.  The MCC established new criteria for the Licentiate of the…

Each year physicians must renew their medical licence. Annual licence and corporation permit renewal both are required to practice medicine in Nova Scotia. Important dates To prepare for your licence and corporation permit renewal, you are encouraged to review the…