Policy & Advocacy

CPCRC brings together research, practice, policy and lived experience to help strengthen primary care across Canada. By connecting evidence generated in Canadian practices and communities with decision-makers and health system partners, CPCRC helps support informed, practical approaches to improving care.

Building a Shared Direction for Primary Care in Canada

Canada delivers primary care through 14 separate federal, provincial and territorial systems. While each has its own context and priorities, a shared evidence-based direction can help strengthen primary care across the country.

CPCRC is leading the development of the first formally developed, evidence- and consensus-based pan-Canadian primary care strategy. Under the direction of CPCRC Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Sabrina Wong and led by Dr. Monica Aggarwal, the strategy will provide a shared reference that jurisdictions can adapt to their own needs and priorities.

Pan-Canadian

Spans all 14 federal, provincial and territorial jurisdictions.

Built Together

Brings researchers, policymakers, health system leaders, clinicians, patients and community members to the table.

Focused on Action

Will establish prioritized objectives, principles, evidence-informed interventions and a framework for measuring progress over time.

Policy & Advocacy News

Stay up to date on announcements, investments and initiatives advancing primary care research and policy across Canada.

Funding Announcement | March 24, 2026

Government of Canada Invests $3 Million to Strengthen Primary Care Research

New funding from CIHR, in partnership with Healthcare Excellence Canada, will support CPCRC and Care Forward in accelerating practical, evidence-based improvements in primary care.

Read the Annoucement