Anniversary Activities
We’re celebrating PARA’s 50th Anniversary with events and initiatives throughout the year. Check back each month to see what’s happening!
This Month: November
50th Anniversary Scroll
The Government of Alberta recently presented us with a scroll recognizing our 50th anniversary. It’s a meaningful gesture that reminds us how far we’ve come and how much we appreciate the resident physicians who have been part of our journey. View the scroll here.
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Canadian Physicians Financial Wellness Conference
The Canadian Physicians Financial Wellness Conference is taking place on Saturday, November 15, and this year, PARA is ensuring that every member can participate.
We’ve purchased full access to the entire conference recording, which means all PARA members can watch every session, on your own time, completely free. No scheduling conflicts, no missed content, just on-demand access to valuable financial wellness insights designed for physicians.
Want the live experience? PARA members can also attend the conference at 50% off ticket price by using the discount code PARAPFI2025 when registering with your university email. Click here for more information on the conference.
Coming Next Month: December
Local Donations: In honour of resident physicians, PARA will make donations to Alberta-based food banks, toy drives and other local charities.
12 Days of Giveaways: A festive social media campaign with daily giveaways. Resident physicians can enter by engaging with PARA’s content online.
Year-Long Initiatives
These activities run throughout 2025–26 and are open to all members:
Conference Sponsorship
Free access to select medical conferences and recorded sessions for all PARA members. Details for each conference will be sent via email throughout the year.
Virtual Panel Sessions
In partnership with the University of Calgary’s Wellness Office, PARA will host panels discussing wellness topics relevant to resident physicians.
Follow the Pens
We’re tracking 50 limited-edition PARA pens as they travel across Alberta. Received one? Share a photo or tag us on socials to enter monthly giveaways.