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06/05/2026

🇨🇦 APPNA YPC Canada Scholarship Program – Summer 2026 🎓
APPNA YPC Canada is proud to support the resilience and journey of IMGs across Canada through our Summer 2026 Scholarship Program.
✨ 16 Scholarships Available
💰 $500 CAD Each
📅 Application Deadline: June 10, 2026
📢 Recipients Announced: July 5, 2026
This initiative is designed to encourage and empower future physicians as they continue pursuing their medical careers in Canada. 💙
🔗 Apply Now:
[https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSc9itnoS6uCiI.../viewform]
Special thanks to the APPNA YPC Canada Scholarships Subcommittee:
• Dr. Yumna Afaq
• Dr. Sara Hafeez
Leadership:
Dr. Ammar Rashid – Chair, APPNA YPC Canada
Dr. Babar Rao – President, APPNA 2026
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06/05/2026

🎶✨ An Evening of Ghazals at APPNA 2026! ✨🎶

Join us for a memorable Ghazal Night with Kamran Mehdi Hasan at the APPNA 49th Annual Convention in Orlando, Florida!

Experience an enchanting evening filled with timeless ghazals, great company, and delicious snacks as we celebrate culture, music, and fellowship together.

📅 Tuesday, June 30, 2026
📍 APPNA 49th Annual Convention – Orlando, Florida
🎟️ FREE Event

Whether you're a lifelong ghazal enthusiast or simply looking for a relaxing and entertaining evening, this is an event you won't want to miss.

Register and learn more: APPNA Convention 2026

06/04/2026

📄✨ APPNA YPC Webinar Series: CV Preparation Webinar ✨📄

Ready to strengthen your CV and stand out for residency, fellowship, and career opportunities?

Join APPNA YPC, in collaboration with King Edward Medical University YPC, for an interactive CV Preparation Webinar featuring experienced physicians and fellows who will share practical tips on building a strong, impactful CV.

📅 June 6, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM Central Time (US & Canada)
🕗 8:00 PM Pakistan Standard Time

Learn about:
✅ CV structure and formatting
✅ Highlighting research and leadership experience
✅ Common mistakes to avoid
✅ Tips for residency and fellowship applications

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from accomplished mentors and get your questions answered live!

📲 Register using the QR code on the flyer.

06/03/2026

🌎📢 Strengthening Physician Voices Across North America

Join APPNA Advocacy Committee USA and APPNA Advocacy Committee Canada for an important webinar focused on collaboration, advocacy, and advancing the voice of physicians across the United States and Canada.

📅 Sunday, June 7, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM EST

🎙️ Panelists:
• Dr. Samina Qureshi – Chair, APPNA Advocacy Committee (USA)
• Dr. Jamil Akhtar – Chair, APPNA Advocacy Committee Canada & President, APPNA BC Chapter

🎤 Moderator:
• Dr. Sophia Janjua – Chair, APPNA Communications Committee

💡 Discussion Topics:
✅ Physician Advocacy in the USA & Canada: Roles and Goals
✅ Collaborative Opportunities Across Borders

🔗 Join us on Zoom:
[https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84774342013](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84774342013)

Don't miss this opportunity to learn how physicians can work together to create meaningful impact, strengthen advocacy efforts, and build partnerships across North America.

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06/02/2026

06/02/2026

⏰ Reminder: The APPNA YPC Young Scholar Award 2026 nomination deadline is this Sunday, June 7, at 11:59 PM CST!

This APPNA Presidential Initiative recognizes outstanding young physicians for their achievements in leadership, research, and service.

🌟 Don't count yourself out—if you're considering applying or know a deserving colleague, submit a nomination today!

📝 Apply or nominate here:
https://forms.gle/rTHRNm2kVSmXUHLh8

Let's celebrate the next generation of APPNA leaders! 👏

06/01/2026

📝🎨 Calling All Creative Minds! 📸✨
Enter here: [https://forms.gle/t9WAWYyY7NkXprYC6]
The APPNA Publication Committee is excited to launch the APPNA Summer Competition 2026! Showcase your creativity, talent, and passion in one of our featured categories:
✨ Essay Writing
✨ Art & Photography
✨ Urdu Poetry
👥 Who Can Participate?
🎓 Youth Essay Competition – High school children of APPNA members
🎨 Art & Photography – Open to APPNA members & families
🖋️ Urdu Poetry – Open to APPNA members & families
🏆 Winners will be recognized during the APPNA Annual Convention in Orlando!
🎤 Urdu Poetry winner featured at the Annual Mushaira
🏅 Essay winners honored by the APPNA President
🖼️ Art & Photography entries showcased at summer banquets
📅 Submission Deadline: June 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM
📩 Questions? [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
📍 APPNA 49th Annual Convention
📅 July 1–5, 2026
🏨 Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel | Orlando, FL
Let your creativity shine and share your talent with the APPNA family! 🌟
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06/01/2026

Congratulations to APPNA on its official recognition as the Alberta Chapter of APPNA! 🎉

This important milestone celebrates the collective efforts of Pakistani physicians across Alberta and opens new opportunities for collaboration, leadership, and community service.

Wishing Dr. Sarah Makhdoom, the APPA leadership team, and all members continued success in the years ahead.

05/31/2026

🔗 https://appna.org/appna-sur/

🎤✨ Last Day to Join APPNA SUR 2026! ✨🎤

Today is the final day to submit your audition for APPNA SUR, APPNA’s exciting singing competition for members and their families!

🎶 Auditions close May 31, 2026
🏆 Finals: July 1, 2026 at the APPNA Summer Meeting in Orlando

Don’t miss your chance to shine on stage—submit your audition today! 🌟

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