Clinical Document Development

Provincial work encouraged

Clinical Standards encourages provincial development of clinical documents and resources. Working collectively across SHA reduces duplication of work and supports consistent, high‑impact improvements for patients and families. While provincial development may feel different than former local processes, it follows the same steps—with broader reach and shared benefit.

PILOT, DRAFT, TRIAL Clinical Documents

All clinical documents, even if to initially be utilized in" PILOT", "DRAFT", or "TRIAL" format are to undergo the Clinical Document Development process and be approved by the applicable approval process prior to being used.

Clinical Document Development Framework

Clinical Standards Document Development Framework (CS-G-0359)

(PDF 487.47 KB)

Published February 10, 2025

What is in Progress

Monthly Updates

General Overview and How to Get Started [VIDEOS]

Frequently Asked Questions about Clinical Document Development

Frequently Asked Questions about Clinical Document Development (CS-G-0414)

(PDF 227.14 KB)

Published October 1, 2025

What do you want to develop? What is its purpose within the SHA?

Clinical Document Types and Approval Processes Quick Reference (CS-G-0123)

(PDF 272.44 KB)

Published November 20, 2024

What Type of Document is Needed?

(PDF 116.66 KB)

Published June 14, 2022

How to Complete Your Project - Quick Start Guide

PREDEVELOPMENT
Image	Determine the purpose - what is it you want to do? Once determined, START with the Guide and Checklist section below - that will guide you through the development process.
Image	Consult with Clinical Standards - submit Intake Form and Project Overview (Sections 1 to 5 only)
Image	Find an owner and sponsor (if applicable) to support the project.
Image	Determine the scope of the project.
Image	Identify working group and stakeholders.
Image	Complete an environmental scan for existing documents. Check Dynamic Health and research the topic. Start Repeals Spreadsheet.
DEVELOPMENT
Image	Create draft(s) using the templates and writing guides provided. Use the resources as needed to assist with draft development.
BROAD CONSULTATION
Image	Send draft(s) to provincial stakeholders for consultation and feedback.
Image	Finalize document(s) based on feedback.
APPROVAL
Image	Submit document(s) for approval.
IMPLEMENTATION
Image	Implement/communicate the new document(s).