The New Brunswick Medical Society is committed to supporting additional resources, and communication, by funding Medical Staff Offices (MSOs) and District Medical Societies.
NBMS will allocate funding based on the number of Ordinary members at the end of each December. For 2025, $100 per member will be distributed to support MSOs and District Medical Societies in various health regions. Based on December 2024 membership counts, the total allocation for 2025 is $203,600. This amount will be allocated based on membership counts of each health zone and shared amongst the Medical Staff Office and the District Medical Societies located within each zone.
“This funding underscores our commitment to strengthening physician support networks and improving communication within the health-care system,” said Dr. Lise Babin, president, NBMS. “By investing in MSOs and District Medical Societies, we aim to enhance collaboration and ensure physicians have the necessary resources to continue providing high-quality care.”
To apply for funding, MSOs and District Medical Societies must submit a workplan detailing their goals for enhancing support structures and communication. Workplans should be endorsed by MSO and District Medical Society leadership and include a detailed budget.
Eligible expenses include:
- Stipends for physicians overseeing events
- Administrative support costs
- Communication tools
- Speaker fees
- Accreditation for continuing medical education
- Venue rentals and catering
Approved funds will be transferred directly to MSOs and District Medical Societies, which are responsible for their own expenditures. At year-end, a report must be submitted detailing activities, outcomes, and fund usage to qualify for continued support.
For more information, please visit our website or contact Caroline Paquin, Assistant Manager – Finance at cpaquin@nbms.nb.ca
Nora Lacey, Chief of Physician & Patient Engagement
