Part 2: Registering with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)

Once your documents are verified through PhysicianApply, the next step is registering with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC). This step is important in becoming recognised as a family physician in Canada.

Step 1: Creating a CFPC Account

To begin the process, follow these steps:

1. Visit the CFPC registration portal.
2. Create a new member account.
3. Complete your profile with the required details.
4. Upload the necessary documents (such as your primary medical degree certificate and GMC license).
5. Pay the CFPC membership fee (varies depending on the time of year you apply; the exact amount will be shown during the application process).
6. Once approved, you will receive your CFPC membership letter and card via email (typically within 48 hours).

Please note: A letter of good standing from the RCGP is NOT required, as the GMC certificate of good standing covers this requirement.

Step 2: Applying for CFPC Certification Without Examination

After registering with the CFPC, the next step is to apply for a Letter of Eligibility to Practice Family Medicine Without Examinations.

1. Decide which province you want to practice in, as the letter will be sent directly to the provincial College of Physicians and Surgeons (e.g., CPSO for Ontario).
2. Begin the CPSO (College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario) registration process early to align all documents.
3. Use this CFPC Eligibility Portal to apply.
4. Log in using your CFPC account (do not create a new account).
5. Fill in the required details and pay the $500 CAD fee.
6. Share all your source-verified documents from PhysicianApply with CFPC.
7. CFPC will then send a letter confirming your eligibility for certification to your provincial college (e.g., CPSO in Ontario).

Please Note: This letter does NOT grant final certification yet. The final CFPC certification is issued only after you obtain provincial licensing.

What’s Next?

Once CFPC registration and eligibility are confirmed, the next major step is registering with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). This is where you’ll finalise your provincial licensing, submit background checks, and prepare for practice.

Stay tuned for Part 3, where we’ll cover CPSO registration, self-screening, and final licensing in detail!

Step 1: Create a PhysicianApply Account

The Medical Council of Canada (MCC) uses PhysicianApply as the central system for credential verification and licensing applications. To get started:

• Visit ca and create an account: This account is essential for storing and submitting all required documents for verification.
• Complete your profile with accurate personal and professional details.

• Cost: $328 CAD (one-time fee).

Step 2: Gather and Upload Required Documents

Once the account is set up, the next step is to upload the documents for the Source Verification Request (SVR). Each document must be submitted with a coversheet generated from the PhysicianApply portal. The required documents include:

1. 50x70mm Passport Photograph – Canadian passport size (available at local photo booths).
   2. Certified Identity Confirmation Form & Passport – Download from the portal, complete the details, and have it notarised by a lawyer or notary public (cost: ~£90).
   3. GMC Full Registration Licence/Certificate (+ coversheet, labelled “Licence”).
   4. CCT Certificate (+ coversheet, labelled “Specialty Certificate”).
   5. RCGP Certificate (+ coversheet, also labelled “Specialty Certificate”).
   6. Medical Degree or Diploma (+ coversheet).
   7. Change of Name Certificate (if applicable).
   8. GMC Certificate of Good Standing – Recommended to request later, as it is only valid for six months.

Step 3: Submitting Documents for Verification

• Combine each document with its coversheet before uploading.
• Email all documents to service@mcc.ca.
• SVR Cost: $228 CAD per document (except GMC Certificate of Good Standing, which costs $128 CAD).
• Some institutions take longer to verify documents—follow up if necessary.
• If an EPIC (ECFMG) verification of the medical degree was done for GMC registration, verification can be requested from EPIC instead of the medical school.

What’s Next?

Once document verification is complete, the next step is registering with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC), which determines eligibility to practise without additional examinations.

Stay tuned for Part 2, which will cover CFPC registration and credential recognition.