CAMRT-BC is the authoritative voice for medical radiation technologists (MRTs) in British Columbia. Throughout its diverse advocacy, CAMRT-BC focuses on efforts that build awareness of the essential contributions of MRTs to the health of British Columbians (both within the general public and the wider healthcare community), and on addressing the positions and perspectives of MRTs on key issues. This advocacy, across its multiple fronts, means the voice of the MRT profession is heard loud and clear.
For information on CAMRT advocacy at the national level, visit obnoxious-fuel.flywheelsites.com/advocacy.
Government Advocacy
CAMRT-BC works to advocate directly with elected and other government officials and leaders to advance discussion and decisions on issues of importance to MRTs. If you are interested in learning more about this direct advocacy, please contact CAMRT-BC’s Provincial Manager at serdelyi@camrt.ca.
Provincial Allied Health Strategic Plan Advisory Network (PAHSPAN)
Established in 2024
CAMRT-BC participates on the Provincial Allied Health Strategic Plan Advisory Network (PAHSPAN). The mandate of this advisory network is to provide advice/recommendations to the Allied Health Policy Secretariat (AHPS) to advance the Ministry of Health strategic direction and priorities related to the allied health workforce.
Provincial Allied Health Association Collaborative (PAHAC)
Established in 2023
CAMRT-BC is part of the Provincial Allied Health Association Collaborative (PAHAC) that is led by BC’s Allied Health Policy Secretariat (AHPS). The mandate of this collaborative is to provide systems-level consultation and advice on the strategic direction and priorities of the AHPS. See PAHAC backgrounder
MRT Advocacy Day at the BC Legislature
CAMRT-BC organized an advocacy day at the BC Legislature in Victoria on April 24, 2024, seeking more government support for the MRT profession, particularly to address workforce shortages and its impacts. CAMRT-BC delegates had the opportunity to discuss key issues affecting MRTs and share personal stories about how current circumstances are impacting MRTs and their patients with MLAs and government officials.
CAMRT-BC plans to organize another advocacy day at the BC Legislature following the 2024 provincial election.
Provincial Budget Consultations
Every year, the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services holds a public consultation on the next provincial budget where British Columbians are invited to share their thoughts, ideas and priorities through a variety of participation options. The Committee reviews all input received and makes recommendations to the Legislative Assembly for the next provincial budget.
For more information about the provincial budget consultation process, visit this page.
BC Budget 2026
BC Budget 2025
BC Budget 2024
BC Budget 2023
Other Government Submissions and Consultations
Provincial Allied Health Consultation
Leading up to the development of BC’s Allied Health Strategic Plan, CAMRT-BC participated in the provincial allied health consultation, which involved participation in a focus group to provide input on the key priorities and initiatives for the Allied Health Policy Secretariat.
- Read the BC Provincial Allied Health Consultation: What We Heard Report (Dec 2021)
- Letter to BC’s Allied Health Policy Secretariat about the allied health strategic plan and MRTs
Health Professions Regulatory Modernization
CAMRT-BC has participated in several consultations and provided multiple submissions pertaining to BC’s health professions regulatory framework and the need for MRT regulation. For more information about advocacy work related to MRT regulation, visit this page.
See more examples government submissions by CAMRT at the national level
Response to Current Issues
CAMRT-BC is committed to responding quickly to the issues that matter to MRTs in British Columbia. Thanks to our members, we have been alerted to various news items related to MRTs and we have been able to respond in the media. Ensuring that the MRT perspective is incorporated into the public discourse on these matters is a key aspect of our advocacy efforts.
To alert us to a potential news item that you think is important to the MRT profession, please contact serdelyi@camrt.ca.
Media
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2021
See more examples of CAMRT in the media throughout Canada
CAMRT-BC Press Releases
May 10, 2024 – CAMRT-BC Applauds BC Ministry of Health’s $155.7 Million Investment to Address Medical Radiation Technologist Workforce Challenges
May 18, 2023 – British Columbia’s Radiation Therapist Workforce Crisis
Helpful External Links and Resources
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Engage in Advocacy
Involvement of MRTs is crucial for CAMRT-BC to identify advocacy priorities that meet the diverse needs of its members. If you are interested in getting involved (such as by participating in a future advocacy event), please contact Provincial Manager, Sarah Erdelyi, at serdelyi@camrt.ca to discuss your areas of interest and how you can get notified about future opportunities.