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Quality Assurance Program The Quality Assurance Program (QAP) online reporting system for the period of October 1, 2015 to October 1st, 2016 is now open. Members can update and save information at any time by logging into the Member Portal. All CMO members registered in supervised and general classes, including new registrants, must complete all QAP requirements by the reporting deadline of October 1, 2016. Completion of the Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) is NOT required for the 2015/16 QAP reporting period. QAP Under Review The review of QAP will include an assessment of each of the current QAP components (as established in the College’s General Regulation). The intention of revising the QAP is to support the ongoing professional growth and development of midwives. All components of the College’s QAP listed below are currently being reviewed by the Quality Assurance Committee to ensure the program is achieving its objectives. • Continuing professional development activities • Peer case reviews • Quality of care evaluation action records • Self assessment questionnaire • Peer and practice assessments Member Feedback The opinion of midwives is critical to ensuring the development of a relevant and thoughtful Quality Assurance Program. Please be sure to participate in this consultation process in the coming months. More information will be circulated to members via email. 2015 Peer and Practice Assessments We would like to thank all of the members, Midwifery Practice Groups and CMO Assessors who participated in the peer and practice assessments and the Practice Assessment Workbook (PAW). We appreciate all of the hard work and dedication, which allowed us to complete our 2015 peer and practice assessment cycle. Volume 8, Issue 3 | December 2015 Volume 9, Issue 1 April 2016 5