Leadership Connections Program

Overview

The BCND Leadership Connections Program, launched in 2025, is now entering its second pilot year.

The program connects senior naturopathic medical students with experienced NDs in British Columbia, providing opportunities for mentorship, professional development, leadership development, and career exploration outside the clinical setting.

The program will bring together 10โ€“15 upper-year students currently enrolled at CCNM โ€“ Boucher with NDs practising in British Columbia. The BCND Leadership Connections Program is focused on professional growth and connection and is not a preceptorship or clinical supervision program.

For Leaders

  • Must be a current, active licensed ND and BCND member.
  • Commit 10โ€“15 hours of connection and engagement between October 2026 and June 2027.
  • Offer up to three students support (1โ€“3 total).
  • Receive up to $250 (per student) in reimbursable expenses (e.g., coffee or lunch meetings); all expenses must be documented with receipts.
  • Submit feedback mid-year and at the end of the program.
  • Follow program ground rules (confidentiality, clear expectations, professional conduct, boundaries, etc.).
Leader Intake Form

For Students

  • Must be enrolled at CCNM Boucher and in good standing in the academic program years three or four.
  • Commit to regular engagement and proactive communication.
  • Participate in a pilot program with limited spots (10 total): 75% Year 4, 25% Year 3.
  • Understand this is a leadership connections program, not a preceptorship.
  • Attend virtual or in-person meetings as agreed with your leader.
  • Respect your leaderโ€™s time and boundaries.
  • Submit feedback mid-year and at the end of the program.
  • Follow program ground rules (confidentiality, clear expectations, professional conduct, boundaries, etc.).
Student Intake Form

Matching Process

Matches will be made based on interest areas, availability, and stated preferences. While we strive for strong alignment, we cannot guarantee perfect matches. This remains a pilot year, and we appreciate your patience and flexibility.

Note, there are a limited number of spots available, and selections will be made on a first-come, first-served basis; however, if the program is successful, additional opportunities may open in future years, so we encourage students to stay engaged and consider reapplying.

Feedback & Support

If any issues arise (e.g., lack of responsiveness, misalignment), students and leaders are encouraged to contact the program team at admin@bcnd.ca. Weโ€™re committed to resolving concerns constructively and respectfully.

Declaration of Pre-existing Relationships

To support fairness and ensure the Leadership Connections program meets its intended goals, we ask participants to declare any pre-existing personal relationships (e.g., close friendships, family, or romantic partnerships) with individuals they may be paired with. While participation is not prohibited in such cases, this information helps us ensure transparency and appropriate use of program resources.