Volunteer with the ACFP
Be the Voice of Family Medicine: Join our committees
Nothing About You Without You
The ACFP is proud to represent dedicated family physician leaders who are passionate about advancing the health and well-being of patients, families, and communities across Alberta. Our members are integral to leading our strategic direction and elevating family medicine to make a lasting impact in our province.
We invite you to be a part of this exciting journey by joining one of the ACFP’s Governance or Operational Committees. By volunteering, you will have the opportunity to contribute your voice, ideas, and leadership to elevate family medicine, and together, we will continue to make strides toward a healthier, more connected Alberta.
Submit your nominations today! Don’t miss this chance to be part of something transformative!
Join Our Operational Committees
the ACFP is accepting nominations of members like you, who are passionate, committed, and inspired to work toward making family medicine the foundation of our health care system. See the immediate impact of your expertise and guidance by joining one of our operational committees.
Current Opportunities
To learn more about our committees and available positions, click on the titles below:
Member Engagement and Recognition Committee
Positions Available: Up to five Members-at-Large
The Member Engagement and Recognition Committee (MERC) serves to ensure the ACFP is meeting the needs of its diverse membership. The committee is responsive to emergent member needs, and will, where necessary, create sub-committees or task forces to identify and meet these needs.
First Five Years in Family Practice Committee
Positions Available: Up to four Members-at-Large, and up to one Resident Representative
The First Five Years in Family Practice (FFYFP) Committee supports family physicians in their first five years of practice and family medicine residents’ transition into practice. The Committee acts as a resource to the ACFP for those in the early stages of their career and is a subcommittee of the Member Engagement and Recognition Committee.
Education Committee
Positions Available: Up to one Member-at-Large
The Education Committee (EC) is an operational committee which will be engaged and responsive to member needs and emerging trends in the development and delivery of continuing professional development (CPD) and medical education opportunities for family physicians and team–based primary health care.
Summit Planning Committee
Positions Available: Up to one Member-at-Large
The Family Medicine Summit (Summit) Planning Committee is responsible for the development and delivery of the Summit CPD program. This committee is a subcommittee of the ACFP’s Education Committee.
Research Committee
Positions Available: Up to four Members-at-Large
The Research Committee (RC) is responsible for the annual Research Showcase abstract submission oversight, abstract reviews, finalization of accepted and rejected projects, and adjudication of selected submissions. This committee is a subcommittee of the ACFP’s Education Committee.
How to Apply
Step 1: Write a Letter of Interest
In 250 words or less, share a bit about yourself and a few of the reason(s) you are interested in joining the committee.
Step 2: Make a PDF of Your CV
Prepare a summary of your experience or resume/CV and save it as a PDF.
Step 3: Submit Your Application
Email your letter of interest and attach a copy of your resume/CV or summary of experience to governance@acfp.ca
CONTACT US:
For more information about the available positions or for assistance in submitting your nomination, contact the ACFP at:
Phone: 780-488-2395
Email: governance@acfp.ca
In line with the ACFP’s commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, the College strives to foster an environment where everyone is recognized and valued; therefore, it encourages all its members in good standing to apply.
Join Our Board
The ACFP is accepting nominations of members like you, who are passionate, committed, and inspired to work toward making family medicine the foundation of our health care system.
- ACFP Board of Directors
- Up to two Director positions available
HOW TO APPLY
Please prepare the following and submit your nomination online:
- PDF copy of your CV
- 250-word letter of interest detailing your experience and why you would like to join the ACFP Board of Directors
- Names and contact information of six members in good standing who support your nomination
Deadline to submit is Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Join a Governance Committee
We also have the following positions available on our Board Governance Committees:
- Governance Advisory Committee
- Up to four member-at-large opportunities
- Finance and Audit Committee
- Up to one member-at-large opportunity
HOW TO APPLY
Please prepare the following and submit your nomination online:
- PDF copy of your CV
- 250-word letter of interest detailing your experience and why you would like to join one of the ACFP’s Board Governance Committees
Deadline to submit is Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Other Opportunities
See the immediate impact of your expertise and guidance by joining a committee. Our staff work very closely with you to advance the strategic vision of the College.
Visit the Committee page to learn more about them.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES
- Education Committee
- Up to four member-at-large opportunities
- Summit Planning Committee
- Up to two member-at-large opportunities beginning May 1
- Research Committee
- Up to two member-at-large opportunities
- Member Engagement and Recognition
- Up to two member-at-large opportunities
- First Five Years of Family Practice
- Up to four member-at-large opportunities
CONTACT US:
For more information about the available positions or for assistance in submitting your nomination, contact the ACFP at:
Phone: 780-488-2395
Email: governance@acfp.ca
In line with the ACFP’s commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, the College strives to foster an environment where everyone is recognized and valued; therefore, it encourages all its members in good standing to apply.
Our Values:
The ACFP is guided by the following core values in its conduct of programs and operations to promote advancement of family medicine.
- Integrity, respect, and inclusiveness while upholding the social responsibility of family medicine
- Evidence-based continuing professional development and medical education
- Equitable, patient-centred, and integrated care informed by patient experience
- Applied leadership and collaborative partnerships to advance family medicine and the health care system
- Adapting to evolving needs of our communities
Your Rewards:
Volunteering with the ACFP can be both personally and professionally fulfilling. Here are just a few of the benefits you can gain from giving back to your community:
- Exclusive Perks: Complimentary registration for certain ACFP events
- Community Connection: Join changemakers in fostering an inclusive community
- Grow Personally and Professionally: Grow your skills, confidence, and connections through values-driven work
- Make a Meaningful Impact: Guide the ACFP’s vision while driving purposeful, integrity-driven service to members
Other Ways You Can Stay Connected
If you do not have time to volunteer on a committee, there are other ways to stay connected. Make sure you are receiving our email communications. If you’re not, email info@acfp.ca.
Do you have a story to share? Consider submitting a blog post on our monthly newsletter, the ACFP eNews, or on our website – the more stories we can share the stronger the connection we make for our community.
Join Our Online Community
ACFP Networks aims to provide safe and secure networking spaces for not only ACFP members, but all primary care providers to connect, share, and support one another while advancing best practices.