Rural Health Professions Action Plan

Helping rural Albertans keep healthcare close to home.

RhPAP has helped rural Alberta communities attract and retain health providers since 1991.

About RHPAP

Established in 1991 by the Government of Alberta the Rural Health Professions Action Plan, or RHPAP, is a trusted resource and collaborative partner for rural Alberta communities trying to achieve greater access to health care.

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“The REAL Program provided me the opportunity to take the leap to further professional development, without having to work extra while I studied! Thank-you RhPAP for helping me stay in my community with my family while becoming more equipped to make innovative advances for my hospital.” - Annamaria, Pincher Creek, RN

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    Recognizing 2026 Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Lynn Edwards

    Recognizing 2026 Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Lynn Edwards  Community: Bow Island  A Bow Island physician who “retired” to do medical service internationally has returned to help...

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  • Recognizing 2026 Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Lee Jones

    Recognizing 2026 Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Lee Jones   Community: Hinton  Offering continuity of care for all ages has driven a Hinton family physician to...

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  • Recognizing 2026 Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Wesley Steed

    Recognizing 2026 Rhapsody Physician Award nominee: Dr. Wesley Steed  Community: Taber  A long-time Taber physician who admits he is hesitant to leave his patients without...

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  • Recognizing 2026 Rhapsody Healthcare Heroes Award nominee: Jessica Boulet

    Recognizing 2026 Rhapsody Healthcare Heroes Award nominee: Jessica Boulet  Community: Hinton  A Hinton pharmacist is being recognized for helping patients understand the importance of medications in leading...

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