Promoting the medical discipline of forensic pathology in Canada

Concept Note:

The Canadian Association Forensic Medicine (CAFM) will promote the medical discipline of forensic pathology in Canada, delivering RCPSC certified annual conferences for education and research in forensic pathology and related disciplines

Members First

The CAFM is a membership-based organization with a constitution/bylaws, term-limited officers, standing committees, and an annual membership fee.

Not For Profit

We are a non-profit professional organization with Canadian and international membership.

Growing Connections

CAFM will deliver annual conferences for education and research in forensic pathology and related disciplines, including medicolegal death investigation, forensic anthropology, forensic toxicology, and allied fields.

Continuing Education

The CAFM will be the national focal point for continuing professional education and research in forensic pathology and allied subjects..

RCPSC Certification

The annual conferences will help members attain maintenance of certification credits for the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

Partnering with the CAP-ACP

The CAFM is partnered with the Canadian Association of Pathologists-Association canadienne des pathologistes.

Mission Statement:

Dedicated to fostering excellence in forensic science by providing leadership, education, and collaboration among professionals.

Vision Statement:

Our vision is to be Canada’s premier multidisciplinary organization, shaping the evolution of forensic pathology, and promoting the highest standards of science, ethics, and education in the field.

Guiding Principles

  • Leadership to advance science and its application to the legal system
  • Education to elevate the accuracy, precision, and specificity in the forensic sciences
  • Collaborate with experts to advance the study and practice of forensic pathology through academic meetings, collaborative research, and other activities
  • Advise professionals in the field, acting as an advisory and negotiating body as required

“Promoting the medical discipline of forensic pathology in Canada, including medicolegal death investigation, forensic anthropology, forensic toxicology, and allied fields.”

CAFM-ACML

Board of Directors

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