Why join CAGP?

ADVOCACY 

• The CAGP is the voice for geriatric psychiatrists in Canada at a national and international level, including at the Canadian Psychiatric Association and International Psychogeriatric Association
• The CAGP works to address the work force gaps to meet the clinical needs of our aging population
• The CAGP supports the CCSMH, as a project of the CAGP and the leading seniors mental health organization in Canada, to advocate for supporting the mental healh of older adults. 

EDUCATION

• Offers the Geriatric Psychiatry Online Course, a tremendously popular accredited online course suitable for geriatric psychiatrists and allied health professionals involved in caring for the elderly
• Hosts an Annual Scientific Meeting jointly with the CCSMH in the fall of each year, which is the leading conference for seniors mental health in Canada
• Supports promotion of the specialty and recruitment, networking and mentoring opportunities for trainees interested in geriatric psychiatry
• Sponsors promising residents, fellows and researchers through annual CAGP Awards
• Sponsors an annual award for Outstanding Contributions in Geriatric Psychiatry

Join now by completing our Online Membership Application Form