Canada New Doctor Guide
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CPSBC · Doctors of BC
Avg FM Income
$280k–$360k
Rural Bonus
Up to $80k/yr
FP Shortage
1,000+ FPs needed
✦ Highlights
💰 Payment Models
Full Service Family Practice (FSFP)
Capitation + bonuses. Gold standard for longitudinal BC FM.
LFP Initiative
Enhanced capitation for new grads — BC's newest model.
Fee-for-Service (FFS)
Bill MSP per service. High upside, variable income.
PCN-Blended
Base salary + FFS through a Primary Care Network.
Sessional / Hospitalist
Shift-based. No roster. Paid per session.
📋 Licensing Steps
Progress
0/17
🌲 Rural Incentives
Rural Specialist Continuing Medical Education, travel allowances, housing stipends. Northern BC commands highest incentives.
Max Rural Bonus
Up to $80k/yr
FP Shortage
1,000+ FPs needed
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