Why Join?

Share your expertise

Take advantage of speaking and teaching opportunities at conferences and events and volunteer overseas with our international projects. Enable others to grow as well through mentoring opportunities with students and residents.

Save money on CME events and ALARM courses

Save up to 50% on all SOGC conferences and events. And through our Affinity Program, receive special discounts on car rentals, financial services and more… 

Network and join committees with other leaders in the field

Benefit from invaluable networking and committee opportunities, and be a voice alongside Canada’s foremost experts in women’s health to advance sexual and reproductive health care and policy.

Get full access to all SOGC publications

Access complete versions of the SOGC’s pre- and published Clinical Practice Guidelines and the acclaimed Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada (JOGC).

Access online resources

Be one of the first to take advantage of public education websites and online tools with information to make patient counselling efficient and effective.

Recognition and awards

Help recognize educational, scientific and clinical endeavours, and highlight excellence in our field.

Membership classes and fees

Membership classes

Ob/gyn member (Canadian only):

• licensed to practice as a specialist in obstetrics and gynaecology
• undergoing education in obstetrics and gynaecology as a Resident or Fellow

Affiliate member (Canadian only):

• engaged in medical research or health care policy in the field of obstetrics and gynaecology or reproductive health
• licensed to practice medicine (other than in obstetrics and gynaecology)
• licensed as a Registered Midwife
• licensed as a Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner
• undergoing education in medicine (other than in obstetrics and gynaecology) as a Resident
• undergoing training in medical school, nursing or midwifery at a recognized educational institution

Affiliate members (living outside of Canada):

• licensed to practice in obstetrics and gynaecology in their respective country

Note: According to SOGC bylaws, membership is only available to licensed health care practitioners who remain in good standing with their college, with no suspension or practice restrictions.

Membership fees

SOGC memberships are currently only available to individuals. To access the JOGC as an institution please follow this link: JOGC as an institution

Please note that we now accept member applications year round. Your membership will be valid from the month your application is accepted to the same month a year later. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this, please contact us at membership@sogc.com.