Are you a UK-trained GP dreaming of practicing in British Columbia?
This physician-created roadmap walks you through every step from credentialing to licensing, immigration, job offers, work permits, arrival tasks, and finally thriving as a BC Family Physician.
Created by Dr. Omon Imohi, a UK-trained GP now practicing in BC, this guide gives you clarity, confidence, and a proven step-by-step structure based directly on real-world experience.
Inside this roadmap, you will learn:
A full breakdown of PhysiciansApply, identity verification, source verification, document list, and timelines.
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MCQ-only exam, blueprint, resources, and study timelines.
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Exactly what UK GPs need for CCFP-Eligible status.
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Requirements, fees, supervision, and how to transition to full independent practice.
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Health Match BC, Divisions of Family Practice, PCN roles, contracts, red flags, and job offer checklists.
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Health Authority Stream breakdown, documents, timelines, PR process, work permits.
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What to organize before you leave the UK.
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From SIN to car insurance to school registration to onboarding.
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Patient load, appointment types, EMRs, tools, culture, and must-know systems.
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The top 25 questions UK GPs ALWAYS ask β answered clearly.
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A visual summary of the entire journey.
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Empowering words for your transition to Canada.
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This roadmap removes confusion, saves months of stress, and gives you the exact blueprint to build your future in Canada with ease and confidence.