Dr. Debra Boyce

Dr. Debra Boyce stands as a pioneering force in Canadian healthcare, recognized for her transformative leadership within the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA). Since joining the council in 2008, she has tirelessly advocated for equity, diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment conducive to the advancement of women. In her historic election as a vice president in 2015 and CMPA president in 2018, Dr. Boyce shattered barriers, becoming the first woman to hold this prestigious office in the organization's 120-year history.

Locally, her commitment to enhancing women's health extended to her role as the first Medical Director of Peterborough Regional Health Centre Women’s and Children’s Services. She also established and chaired the Stillbirth and pregnancy loss working group at PRHC when a protocol for care did not exist in Ontario

Beyond her administrative endeavors, Dr. Boyce's impact reverberates through her creation of Partners in Pregnancy Clinic (PIPC). With 3 colleagues, this groundbreaking initiative offering holistic maternity care was established. Through PIPC, she extended support to low-risk pregnant individuals and those encountering medical complexities during pregnancy, ensuring comprehensive prenatal, delivery, and postnatal and newborn care. This empowering team of varied professionals had a stated goal of building in the confidence of all individuals seeking their care. Dr Boyce has just started a new chapter in her medical career and will become an Investigating Coroner for the Peterborough community.

Recognized for her outstanding contributions, Dr. Boyce has also been honored with the  Canadian Medical Association's Dr May Cohen Award for Women Mentors, cementing her legacy as a beacon of empowerment and progress in Canadian healthcare.

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❤️It’s Thank You Thursday!❤️

Thank you to the whole team at J & M Automotive who welcomed us into their shop to present a generous gift to @unitedwayptbo

We also want to thank @darcybonner2829 Campaign Cabinet member, for helping build these strong community connections.

We’re so grateful for local businesses who step up for our community! Remember that every dollar raised here, stays here supporting our 20 outstanding partner agencies.

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❤️It’s Thank You Thursday!❤️ Thank you to the whole team at J & M Automotive who welcomed us into their shop to present a generous gift to @unitedwayptbo We also want to thank @darcybonner2829 Campaign Cabinet member, for helping build these strong community connections. We’re so grateful for local businesses who step up for our community! Remember that every dollar raised here, stays here supporting our 20 outstanding partner agencies.

❄️Even with the snow coming down outside, our spirit week continues strong with Statement Sock Day!

🧦Bold statements, adorable animals, throwback characters - the team brought it all.

❤️Proud of this team for finding joy, colour and community no matter the weather!

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❄️Even with the snow coming down outside, our spirit week continues strong with Statement Sock Day! 🧦Bold statements, adorable animals, throwback characters - the team brought it all. ❤️Proud of this team for finding joy, colour and community no matter the weather!

Consider this your official invitation to United Way`s PJ Day! 🎉🛏️

Feeling the winter chill? Warm up with us this Friday, December 12th and get cozy in support of United Way Peterborough & District’s annual campaign.

To participate, simply donate $5 and enjoy rocking your fuzziest slippers, comfiest PJs, or favourite track pants all day long. You can event invite your coworkers and make it a workplace PJ party!

When you donate to the United Way, every dollar you give supports 20 local partner agencies doing vital work right here in Peterborough & County.

Ready to get cozy for a cause?
👉 Visit the link in our bio to take part!

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Consider this your official invitation to United Way's PJ Day! 🎉🛏️ Feeling the winter chill? Warm up with us this Friday, December 12th and get cozy in support of United Way Peterborough & District’s annual campaign. To participate, simply donate $5 and enjoy rocking your fuzziest slippers, comfiest PJs, or favourite track pants all day long. You can event invite your coworkers and make it a workplace PJ party! When you donate to the United Way, every dollar you give supports 20 local partner agencies doing vital work right here in Peterborough & County. Ready to get cozy for a cause? 👉 Visit the link in our bio to take part!

☕️We kicked off our @unitedwayptbo Staff Spirit Week with a cozy hot chocolate bar at our all-staff meeting!

❤️Even though our team gives in many ways year-round, Spirit Week is a chance to come together, have some fun, and show what workplace campaigns can look like across our community!

😊Cheers to Jim for starting us off with a smile. Stay tuned to see what the rest of Spirit Week brings!

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☕️We kicked off our @unitedwayptbo Staff Spirit Week with a cozy hot chocolate bar at our all-staff meeting! ❤️Even though our team gives in many ways year-round, Spirit Week is a chance to come together, have some fun, and show what workplace campaigns can look like across our community! 😊Cheers to Jim for starting us off with a smile. Stay tuned to see what the rest of Spirit Week brings!

❄️ TODAY (Dec. 6) - Public pickup day for neighbours in need of coats and other warm gear, too!

📍10AM - 3PM at @path_ptbo 385 Lansdowne Street East.

🗓️ Can’t make it today? Public pickup days take place the first Saturday of every month, from now until April.

📞Questions? Call (705)775-7284

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❄️ TODAY (Dec. 6) - Public pickup day for neighbours in need of coats and other warm gear, too! 📍10AM - 3PM at @path_ptbo 385 Lansdowne Street East. 🗓️ Can’t make it today? Public pickup days take place the first Saturday of every month, from now until April. 📞Questions? Call (705)775-7284

📸 Whoever gets caught on camera…. Has to promo the December 50/50!

❤️ When you buy United Way Peterborough & District 50/50 tickets, no one loses. In fact, there’s always two winners: you and your community.

💸 Congratulations to our November winner, J. Million of Peterborough on taking home $877.50!

🔗 Tickets for the December draw are live! Find out more at the link in our bio.

*Must be 18 years or older to purchase 50/50 tickets. Ontario residents only.

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📸 Whoever gets caught on camera…. Has to promo the December 50/50! ❤️ When you buy United Way Peterborough & District 50/50 tickets, no one loses. In fact, there’s always two winners: you and your community. 💸 Congratulations to our November winner, J. Million of Peterborough on taking home $877.50! 🔗 Tickets for the December draw are live! Find out more at the link in our bio. *Must be 18 years or older to purchase 50/50 tickets. Ontario residents only.

❤️ Today is the day - #GivingTuesday 2025!

💡Did you know that thanks to a generous anonymous donor, all new donations will be matched 100%, and any donor who increases their gift by 10% or more will have that increase matched as well.

✨ That means not only will your gift strengthen our community’s social safety net by championing our research efforts and sustaining the work of our 20 partner agencies, but your impact can be DOUBLED‼️

🔗 To learn more about the work of UWP, and explore ways you can give, visit the link in our bio!

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❤️ Today is the day - #GivingTuesday 2025! 💡Did you know that thanks to a generous anonymous donor, all new donations will be matched 100%, and any donor who increases their gift by 10% or more will have that increase matched as well. ✨ That means not only will your gift strengthen our community’s social safety net by championing our research efforts and sustaining the work of our 20 partner agencies, but your impact can be DOUBLED‼️ 🔗 To learn more about the work of UWP, and explore ways you can give, visit the link in our bio!
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