Recognizing Spousal Needs

As the spouse or partner of a rural physician, you know what it means to be part of a close-knit community. You have chosen rural life for its relaxed pace, open scenery and rewarding lifestyle.You know rural living will mean lasting friendships and richer experiences for you and your family.

Still, there is more to rural living than the life you create for yourself. There need to be opportunities to grow as a person and as a family, to connect with others who understand the unique dimensions of rural medical life and to experience a world that lies beyond the borders of your own community.

Rural physician spousal programming is offered for you and is made stronger by you. Rural spouses - female and male, career professionals and stay-at-home partners, with and without children, are aided by RPAP to support a wide variety of spousal programs. Whether you are new to Canada or near retirement with grown children, we understand your experience because we share it. Let RPAP spousal programs enrich your rural experience.

be understood

Nobody understands the unique privileges and challenges of rural medical life better than other spouses or partners of rural physicians. Whether you meet over coffee or attend a Spousal event, you’ll immediately know you’re in the company of people who’ve been there.

be empowered

Through the power of networking and interacting with other spouses, learn how others have managed the demands of on-call schedules, found child care solutions,or become active members of their communities.

be a mentor

Our province is fortunate with new physicians from all over the world. Participation in Spousal programs gives you the chance to welcome new medical families as they arrive in your community and help them adjust to their new rural life – or perhaps even to their new life as a Canadian citizen.

be taught

Whether you are looking for ways to balance your life or kick-start a new career, Spousal programs offer opportunities to learn new skills, link with local resources, or connect with others who have similar interests and abilities.

be entertained

Sometimes all you need to recharge is an evening or afternoon out with other rural spouses/partners. Local spouses, with RPAP assistance, orrganize occasions for you to meet with others in your area. Through local events and regional/ provincial medical conferences, spouses connect at workshops and social get-togethers throughout the year.

be accepted

Settling into a new community can be challenging.When you meet other spouses/ partners from all over the province, you will realize you are part of a supportive medical community of individuals, each with unique goals and traditions.

be inspired

With the right tools and motivation, you really can make a difference in your own life and in the lives of others. Whether you need the courage to face your own challenges, or the inspiration to persevere through difficult times, or information and camaraderie to pursue your own goals, RPAP Spousal progams are here for you.

be yourself

Above all, RPAP Spousal programs let you be your own person. Connecting with other spouses offers you the opportunity to tailor a program to meet your needs.