Rural Locum Forum

The Rural Locum Forum is back for 2025! Join us on February 8^th for an opportunity to connect in-person with rural locums from across British Columbia.

WHEN: Saturday, February 8^th, 2025 | 8:00am – 1:30pm

WHERE: Vancouver Island Conference Centre, 101 Gordon St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J8

With an agenda designed for both new and seasoned locums, this half-day CME will include educational presentations, and engagement sessions, plus space to socialize and exchange experiences of rural practice with other locums. Topics will include a guide to locuming in BC and tips and tricks for thriving in the rural ER.

Examples of topics:

• Preparing for your first locum and supports for rural locums
• Management of Rapid Atrial Fibrillation: Stable vs. Unstable
• Management of Airway Emergencies in the Rural ER

Additional Information:

• Registration includes breakfast, refreshments, and lunch.
• If visiting from out of town, accommodation is available in Nanaimo. We advise booking early and recommend the Coast Bastion Hotel. When booking you can request provincial government rates. Note: on arrival you will need to show identification to verify that you work in healthcare.

Fees: Physicians: $95  |  Residents: $45

Registration deadline: February 3, 2025. On-site registrations will be available on the day.

REGISTER NOW

Pre-Forum BLS/ACLS Course – Friday, February 7th – Read more and register

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This event is hosted by RCCbc’s Rural Locums Initiative.

For questions about this event or hosting a resource table, please reach out to [email protected]