We are a nationwide, evidence-based nonpartisan member organization dedicated to strengthening and preserving Canada's publicly-funded health care system.
Our Vision
A high-quality, equitable, sustainable health system built on the best available evidence is the highest expression of Canadians caring for one another.
Our Mission
To provide a voice for Canadian doctors who want to strengthen and improve Canada's universal publicly-funded health care system. We advocate for innovations in treatment and prevention services that are evidence-based and improve access, quality, equity and sustainability.
Our Goals
- To continuously improve publicly-funded health care in Canada
- To assist in the education of doctors, policy makers, other health practitioners and the general public on the value, efficiency, quality and equity of publicly-funded health care and the reality of alternative systems
- To effectively collaborate with other organizations that share similar objectives
Our Board of Directors
CDM's Board of Directors is composed of a diverse range of physicians, residents and students from across Canada. Review our board list to learn more and meet our board members.
Our Staff
CDM's operations are supported by the staff at our national office in Toronto. Our Executive Director is Katie Arnup. Zareef Ahmad is our Membership and Community Engagement Coordinator.
Board Documentation
Download the minutes of our 2019 Annual General Meeting. Our financial statements can be requested by emailing our Executive Director.
Join
When you become a member of Canadian Doctors for Medicare, you're joining Canada's only national physician-led organization advocating for reform and innovation in Medicare.
Your membership fee helps ensure that we can continue to advocate for a Canadian health care system based on need, not ability to pay. Members can also choose to support CDM further by opting to donate an amount above their annual membership fee. Your information will not be traded or sold.
Membership Categories
- I am a Practicing Physician ($180.00)
- I am a Retired Physician ($60.00)
- I am a Resident (Free)
- I am a Student (Free)
Not a physician, resident or medical student? No problem! You can also support CDM by donating online in seconds.
Contact Us
Canadian Doctors for Medicare
@ CSI Annex
310-720 Bathurst Street
Toronto, Ontario M5S 2R4