Physician Assessment Centre of Excellence

Welcome Collaborative

The Welcome Collaborative is a 4 day in-person orientation held at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia. There is also a virtual option that can be completed remotely prior to starting an assessment at PACE.

The orientation program assists new-to-Canada physicians understand the healthcare system in Nova Scotia. This orientation program helps set physicians up for success in long term practice in Nova Scotia.

In December, 19 physicians participated in the Welcome Collaborative held at the College along with Dr. Gus Grant (back row, fourth from the left) the College’s Registrar & CEO along with George Chimdi Mbara (second row, first from the left), Program Manager, Welcome Collaborative. One physician is not present in this photo.