The Forensic Physician Engagement Society (FPES) is dedicated to enhancing the professional lives of forensic physicians across British Columbia. In partnership with the Facility Engagement Initiative and Doctors of BC, we work to strengthen the connection between physicians and the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), ensuring their voices shape workplace policies and patient care decisions. Whether you’re a physician working in BC’s forensic hospitals or considering joining this unique and rewarding field, FPES is here to support, advocate, and create opportunities for engagement and collaboration.
At the FPES, we are committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative, and empowered community for forensic physicians across British Columbia. Our mission, vision, and values guide everything we do—from advocating for physician engagement to enhancing patient care and shaping the future of forensic healthcare.
To promote meaningful physician engagement with the PHSA and Commission to ensure forensic patients have equitable access to high quality healthcare services; and that key partners are supported by the expertise and opinions of Forensic physicians.
The FPES aspires to advocate for physicians as well as their patients and establish a collaborative working relationship with the Health Authority resulting in improved engagement and cohesiveness across the Forensic Psychiatric Service.
The FPES adheres to the values set by the PHSA including: Respect People; Be Compassionate; Dare to Innovate; Cultivate partnerships; and Service with Purpose. In addition, the FPES also adheres to its own set values including: Integrity; Teamwork; Collaboration; Fairness & Equity; and Autonomy & Independence.
Do you have an engagement initiative in mind which will foster meaningful consultation and collaboration between Forensic Physicians and PHSA? An engagement initiative can either be project or education based. If so, you can apply for Facility Engagement funding in order to bring your initiative to life. To strengthen the engagement between physicians and health authorities, FE expenditures must align with at least one of the following Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) objectives:
If your initiative aligns with at least one of the above MOU objectives, please continue reading the below FE Funding Guideline to find out how you can apply for funding.
