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.

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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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“Thank you for the assistance with funding for a program that is core to my mental health practice. The REAL Program was easy to apply for, had really good supports. I am very grateful for a program like this. The information I have gained from my courses can be used directly with my clients and I hope that this will have an impact on my community as it's had a good impact on my skills and overall knowledge base.” - Carrie, Grande Prairie, Social Worker

News

  • RHPAP consultant loves building relationships with her rural communities

    Amazing people work with RHPAP throughout the province. In this feature, Alicia Fox, a community consultant with the Community Development and Engagement...

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  • Substantial RHPAP bursary helped students in journey to rural medicine

    Two physicians from across the province are following the lead of a rural healthcare champion after receiving bursaries from RHPAP to cover...

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  • Olds social workers supported through REAL

    March is Social Work Month, a time dedicated to honouring the work and commitment of social workers. As a vital member of...

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  • Lamont field trip turns Grade 1 students into doctors for a day

    White coat fever hit the community of Lamont in February, but there was no need to panic.  Forty Grade 1 students donned...

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Featured Stories

  • Smile returns for rural trauma patient after RhPAP funds innovative therapy training

    Smile returns for rural trauma patient after RhPAP funds innovative therapy training

    Dr. Lana Fehr doesn’t shy away from creating a well-stocked toolbox to help her patients. When a patient presents with high blood...

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  • Former RhPAP student award recipients enjoy the benefits of rural practice

    Former RhPAP student award recipients enjoy the benefits of rural practice

    RhPAP has kickstarted many medical students’ journeys through the Rural Medical Student Award Program. The one-time $5,000 contribution was set up to...

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  • Let's Go Rural! prompts Vegreville student to pursue healthcare career

    Let's Go Rural! prompts Vegreville student to pursue healthcare career

    Spending a day at an RhPAP Let’s Go Rural! event was a time to fully explore career options for Valery Hernandez. A...

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