Medical Staff Associations (MSAs) are geographically based groups that represent medical staff within defined Saskatchewan Health Authority Areas and Networks, advancing local physician interests while supporting the broader Association. MSAs provide:

• Representation (local and system-wide): Provides a local voice aligned to SHA geographies and representation at the bi-annual Representative Assembly through voting delegates, allocated by membership and reviewed annually.
• Governance and accountability: Supports consistent local governance through a constitution, budgeting, financial reporting, and leadership updates.
• Influence and advice: Creates a formal channel to advise the Board/Responsible Authority and submit recommendations on issues affecting medical staff and system objectives.
• Shared support: Enables access to services such as administration, dues collection, leadership development, advocacy, and negotiation/contract support.
• Connection and community: Builds relationships through local social gatherings, training, and other regular touch points.
• Equity and inclusion: Promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in selecting delegates and representatives.

Not a member of your local MSA? Contact our membership team for more information: membership@sma.sk.ca