The New RHPAP Attraction, Integration, and Retention Toolkit

Build Up Sustainable and Local Solutions to Your Health Workforce Challenges

The AIR Toolkit is a practical, community-driven resource designed to help rural Alberta communities attract, integrate, and retain health professionals. Whether you’re forming a new committee, strengthening local partnerships, or refining existing retention efforts, the toolkit will guide you to successful outcomes

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How to use the toolkit

Download the full toolkit PDF, then follow each module in full or adapted to meet your community specific needs. If have you questions, email info@rhpap.ca

Download AIR Toolkit

Module details

Attraction

Healthcare attraction is about showcasing your community’s strengths to potential health professionals, ensuring your community is visible, appealing, and prepared to welcome new professionals and their families.

Integration

Integration goes beyond a warm welcome. It’s about fostering a sense of belonging. New professionals are more likely to stay when they and their families feel connected to the community.

Retention

Retention focuses on making rural communities great places to live and work. This means providing meaningful relationships, professional growth, and community appreciation.