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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“I have no words of how privileged I feel to have the opportunity to receive financial support for a certificate that I’ve been interested in for a long time!! This wonderful [REAL] program is allowing me to grow and become a better health professional!!!” - Amy, Registered Dietitian, Smoky Lake

News

  • 2026 Rhapsody Award recipients honoured for excellence in rural healthcare

    The Rural Health Professions Action Plan (RHPAP) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Rhapsody Awards, which honour individuals and...

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  • Alberta Rural Health Week 2026 celebrates the people bringing care closer to home

    May 19, 2026, (Rural Alberta) – Alberta Rural Health Week (ARHW) returns May 25 to 29, 2026, celebrating the healthcare professionals who...

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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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Featured Stories

  • Hygienist on wheels to help ease patients' anxiety, pain with RHPAP support

    Hygienist on wheels to help ease patients' anxiety, pain with RHPAP support

    April is Oral Health Month, a time to recognize health professionals who provide oral care to patients year-round. In the feature below,...

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  • 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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