Recognizing Spousal Needs
As the spouse or partner of a rural physician, you know what it means to be part of a close-knit community. You have chosen rural life for its relaxed pace, open scenery and rewarding lifestyle. You know rural living will mean lasting friendships and richer experiences for you and your family.

Still, there is more to rural living than the life you create for yourself. There need to be opportunities to grow as a person and as a family, to connect with others who understand the unique dimensions of rural medical life and to experience a world that lies beyond the borders of your own community.

Rural physician spousal programming is offered for you and is made stronger by you. Rural spouses - female and male, career professionals and stay-at-home partners, with and without children, are supported by a wide variety of spousal programs. Whether you are new to Canada or near retirement with grown children, we understand your experience because we share it. Let CPRRC Spousal programs enrich your rural experience.

be understood
Nobody understands the unique privileges and challenges of rural medical life better than other spouses or partners of rural physicians. Whether you meet over coffee or attend a Spousal event, you'll immediately know you're in the company of people who've been there.

be empowered
Through the power of networking and interacting with other spouses, learn how others have managed the demands of on-call schedules, found child care solutions, or become active members of their communities.

be a mentor
Our province is fortunate with new physicians from all over the world. Participation in CPRRC Spousal programs gives you the chance to welcome new medical families as they arrive in your community and help them adjust to their new rural life - or perhaps even to their new life as a Canadian citizen.

be taught
Whether you are looking for ways to balance your life or kick-start a new career, CPRRC Spousal programs offer opportunities to learn new skills, link with local resources, or connect with others who have similar interests and abilities.

be entertained
Sometimes all you need to recharge is an evening or afternoon out with other rural spouses/partners. Local spouses, organize occasions for you to meet with others in your area. Through local events and regional/ provincial medical conferences, spouses connect at workshops and social get-togethers throughout the year.

be accepted
Settling into a new community can be challenging. When you meet other spouses/ partners from all over the province, you will realize you are part of a supportive medical community of individuals, each with unique goals and traditions.

be inspired
With the right tools and motivation, you really can make a difference in your own life and in the lives of others. Whether you need the courage to face your own challenges, or the inspiration to persevere through difficult times, or information and camaraderie to pursue your own goals, CPRRC Spousal programs are here for you.

be yourself
Above all, CPRRC Spousal programs let you be your own person. Connecting with other spouses offers you the opportunity to tailor a program to meet your needs.
 

"It is so nice to come and feel the warmth and comfort of being with others who understand your trials, worries and joys."

  
     
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Get Involved

If you’re the spouse or life partner of a rural physician, just provide us with your contact information and we’ll send you periodic updates about news and events happening across the Region.

We do most of our communication by regular mail (post) and by email. We never share or sell our contact lists, and you can ask to be removed from our contact list at any time.

To volunteer or to join our mailing list send us your residential contact information including name, address, postal code, home phone, fax, and email address:

  • By email: mjbathe@nhh.ca
  • By phone: (905) 377-7797
  • By fax: (905) 372-4243

Volunteer Opportunities in West Northumberland County
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Employment for Spouses and Family Members

Finding suitable employment can significantly influence a spouse’s satisfaction with rural living. Your community connections, such as the Local Health Integration Network, Chamber of Commerce or municipal government will be best situated to offer you assistance.

A number of other services are available throughout Ontario and west Northumberland County that may be of value to you. They are described below. Website addresses with information and reference materials are also provided.

  
Cobourg Service Canada The Service Canada Information Services system (and website) lists these office locations and offers information about careers, learning and employment. Also on the website are profiles of more than 500 occupations, providing Ontario-specific details on responsibilities, working conditions, personal and educational qualifications, etc.

The Government of Ontario has extensive career services near you. Offices exist in more than 40 locations across the province to provide career information, educational planning, employment assistance and educational funding in your area.

Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) – a federal government department – has information on job and language training, work creation programs, job-search planning and how to write a resume. It also has computerized listings of available jobs and job banks. For newcomers to Canada, information is provided on having documents translated and the names of other immigrant-serving agencies.
The federal government offers another good source through the website – a virtual library of career and employment information.

Additional sources for job listings include classified ads or the careers section in newspapers. Temporary employment agencies may be found in the Yellow Pages of your phone book.
Documents generally required for employment include:
  • Passport,
  • Record of landing (visa),
  • Birth certificate, and
  • Educational diplomas, degrees, or certificates,
  • Letters of recommendation, and
  • Social insurance number (SIN).
  
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