Cowichan Valley

Division of Family Practice

Supporting family physicians and working collaboratively to strengthen primary care across the Cowichan Valley.

What We Do


The Cowichan Valley Division of Family Practice is a physician-led organization that supports family physicians and works with partners to strengthen primary care across our communities.

We collaborate with physicians, Island Health, Indigenous partners, and community organizations to improve access, coordination, and quality of care.

Supporting Physicians


We support family physicians in the Cowichan Valley with practical tools, collaborative initiatives, and system navigation support that makes day-to-day practice easier.

  • Clinical Pathways and referral coordination
  • In-practice supports and access to provincial programs
  • Engagement with Island Health and system partners
  • Professional development and wellness opportunities
  • Peer connection and community-building
  • Recruitment and onboarding support

The Medical Community:


We work collaboratively with partners across the region to strengthen how care is delivered, improving access, coordination, and continuity for patients in our communities.

  • Supporting the Cowichan Maternity Clinic
  • Providing Family Practice Hospital Support
  • Contributing to Primary Care Network development
  • Advancing cultural safety and humility
  • Partnering locally to improve access and continuity of care
  • Supporting long-term physician recruitment and retention

Serving the Cowichan Valley

Supporting family physicians and primary care teams across the communities of the Cowichan Valley.

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CLINICS

Practice in Cowichan

A collaborative physician community, strong hospital integration, and an exceptional quality of life make Cowichan a rewarding place to live and practice

Improving Access to Care Across the Cowichan Valley

Across the Cowichan Valley, family physicians and healthcare partners are working together to strengthen primary care and support healthier communities.