In April 2019 Dr. Emil Lee transitioned from president of the Canadian Association of Radiologists to past president. The change in leadership took place during CAR 2019, welcoming Dr. Michael Barry as the incoming CAR president. Read More

It is with considerable excitement that I embark on my new role as CAR President. After having served on the CAR Board of Directors for many years as a director, treasurer and vice-president, I am ready to take over the reins from Dr. Emil Lee. Read More

That’s a wrap on the CAR 2019 annual scientific meeting (ASM). We’d like to thank all the delegates for participating in yet another successful conference, and a very special thank you to all the speakers that made the CAR 2019 such a success. Here are just a few highlights from the event. Read More

Dear Colleagues, Thank you for your support of radiology and radiologists in Canada. I’d like to take this opportunity to remind you of the CAR’s strategic pillars for success: Advocacy, Education, Patient Care, Research & Innovation and Engagement. Read More

Please join us in welcoming Natalie St-Pierre, Director, Marketing and Communications to the CAR team. Natalie is a seasoned professional with over 18 years’ experience in the healthcare field and a depth of knowledge in marketing, communications and advocacy. Formerly employed in senior management roles with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants and Canadian Blood Services Read More

Dear friends and colleagues, The year end task of putting words to paper to try and summarize the myriad activities, accomplishments, endeavours and triumphs of your organization is always a difficult one. Read More

A message from Dr. Emil Lee, President of the CAR Dear CAR members, As the CAR continues to advocate on behalf of radiologists regarding the proposed tax reforms to CCPCs, we would like to draw your attention to the recent statement released by the President of the CMA, Dr. Granger Avery. As Dr. Avery stated: “nothing is more effective than individual doctors talking directly to their local politicians. We have a short window to make ourselves heard, and I urge each one of you to write, call and meet with your local MP and your provincial or territorial representative (MPP, MLA, MNA, etc.). The CMA has key messages to augment your own compelling personal narrative, which highlight the consequences this will have for you and your patients.” Read More

A message from Dr. Emil Lee, President of the CAR Dear CAR members, Since the announcement one week ago that the federal Finance Minister is proposing changes to the tax framework for Canadian-controlled private corporations (CCPCs), the CAR has been liaising with the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) and provincial radiology associations to determine what our next steps should be. Read More

A message from Dr. Emil Lee, President of the CAR Dear CAR members, Today, Tuesday July 18, the Hon. Bill Morneau, the federal Minister of Finance held a press conference to announce a consultation process on proposed changes to tax structures for Canadian-controlled private corporations (CCPCs). Many radiologists who are incorporated into group structures may be impacted by these changes. Read More