Health Recruitment Partnership

Our mission is to recruit and retain dedicated family physicians and nurse practitioners by fostering strong, long-lasting relationships through innovative programs and incentives. We aim to enhance the health and well-being of our community by integrating skilled healthcare professionals into our region, ensuring that every family has access to quality medical care.

Our vision is to cultivate a thriving healthcare community in St Thomas and Elgin County, dedicated to attracting and retaining committed physicians and nurse practitioners who deliver exceptional patient care. We aim to ensure every resident has access to primary health care by developing creative, successful solutions and programs. We strive to enhance the well-being and satisfaction of our healthcare providers through strong partnerships, resources, and supports that make our community a desirable and sustainable place for physicians to live and practice, ultimately improving the health and quality of life for all residents.

Collaboration
Foster a spirit of teamwork and open communication among all stakeholders to ensure a unified approach to recruitment and retention.

Advocacy
To speak, write, recommend, and defend the causes identified to the HRP from Members, Physicians, Nurse Practitioners & Stakeholders etc. and to act as an intercessor or mediator to assist with communicating issues and bringing about resolutions to challenges.

Integrity
Maintain transparency and honesty in all recruitment practices to build trust with candidates and the community.

Innovation
Encourage creative solutions and the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to attract and retain top talent.

Commitment
Demonstrate support to our existing family physicians through recognition, acknowledgement and appreciation programs for their long-term dedication to their profession and the community.

Inclusivity
Promote diversity and ensure equitable opportunities for all candidates, regardless of their background.

The Elgin-St. Thomas Health Recruitment Partnership works to attract and retain family physicians and nurse practitioners to serve our growing community. Our new Strategic Plan outlines our vision, priorities, and actions to strengthen local healthcare recruitment and ensure residents have access to the care they need.

To access the Strategic Plan, please click here

Applications are now open for the 2025 Elgin - St. Thomas Health Recruitment Partnership Scholarship!

The scholarship awards $1,000 per year for up to 10 individuals who are enrolled in a medical school accredited with the Medical Council of Canada through the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) with emphasis placed on the pursuit of a career as a physician in family medicine.

To be eligible, applicants must:

- Be a resident of the County of Elgin or the City of St. Thomas;
- Be enrolled in a medical school accredited with the Medical Council of Canada through the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
- Agree to have his or her name and photograph publicized.

To access the application, please click here

The deadline to apply is November 21, 2025 at 4:30PM