Being a CMA member gives you access to a range of programs to develop your leadership and advocacy skills. You also get opportunities to provide your perspective on important health issues and help the CMA better represent the profession.
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Professional development
These self-led, online courses are available to medical student and resident members at no charge:
Advocacy Skills Coaching Program
Hone your advocacy skills with the help of experienced CMA staff and guest speakers — whether you’re a seasoned advocate or just getting started.
More about Advocacy Skills Coaching ProgramMember Voice e-Panel
Participate in our e-Panel surveys and help inform future CMA policy and advocacy work on issues that are important to the profession.
More about Member Voice e-PanelCommunities of interest
Take part in focused discussions on health issues you care about or provide feedback on health policies being developed by CMA.
More about Communities of interestCMA Health Summit
Get up to speed on the national conversation about technology and its potential to transform medicine with highlights from the CMA 2018 Health Summit.
More about CMA Health SummitAmbassador Program
Receive funding and support to attend CMA events, get introduced to medical policy, and connect with like-minded peers and physician leaders.
More about Ambassador ProgramCMA Annual General Meeting
Help shape the CMA’s strategic direction and governance by taking part in our Annual General Meeting.
More about CMA Annual General MeetingDriving meaningful change in health care
Advocating on issues that matter to the profession and their patients