Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health & Maitland Valley Family Health Team Sign a Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Rural Healthcare Research

On Friday, February 6, 2026, Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) and the Maitland Valley Family Health Team (MVFHT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), establishing a collaborative partnership aimed at advancing rural health through research, education, communication, and innovation.

The agreement reflects a shared commitment to working together on initiatives that support rural healthcare. By aligning efforts, both organizations aim to strengthen rural healthcare, support evidence-informed practice, and enhance connections across the rural healthcare system.

“Creating a partnership with the Maitland Valley Family Health Team is so important, as we share the common goal of keeping our rural residents healthy” said Gwen Devereaux, President of Gateway CERH, “We look forward to collaborating to support our communities through grassroot initiatives aimed at guiding healthcare organizations while developing a pipeline of rural healthcare practitioners."

Matt Hoy, Executive Director of MVFHT, echoed Gwen’s remarks saying, “The Maitland Valley Family Health Team is excited to collaborate with Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health. We are particularly pleased to partner with this community organization to help identify gaps in local health needs and to develop programming that strengthens the overall health of our community. This partnership also provides valuable opportunities to recognize our dedicated health care professionals while supporting the development of the health care workforce of tomorrow.”

Together, Gateway CERH and MVFHT are committed to fostering collaboration that strengthens rural healthcare systems and improves outcomes for rural populations.

About Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health

Founded in 2008, Gateway CERH is a not-for-profit rural health research organization run by a community-based volunteer board of directors. Gateway CERH's main mission is to better the health and quality of life of rural residents through research, education, and communication. Learn more on the Gateway CERH website at www.gatewayruralhealth.ca.