About the Academy

The Canadian Academy of Geriatric Psychiatry (CAGP) is a national organization of psychiatrists dedicated to promoting mental health in the Canadian elderly population through the clinical, educational, research and advocacy activities of its membership. It was founded in 1991, and is recognized as the voice of Geriatric Psychiatry in Canada.

The CAGP is a member of the Council of Academies of the Canadian Psychiatric Association. The organization has an Executive, Board and supporting committee structure. There are approximately 200 current members. The CAGP is committed to a number of activities that supports its current and future membership as well as their clients.