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Chilliwack - Family Medicine

University of British ColumbiaChilliwack, British Columbia
Family Medicine
CMG Stream
8 Positions
Official Page

The Chilliwack Family Medicine Residency Program offers a comprehensive two-year training experience focused on full-service family medicine. Located in the Fraser Valley, the program provides residents with extensive hands-on clinical exposure, including hospital, emergency, and community-based care, with a strong emphasis on longitudinal learning and community engagement.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29923
Quota
8 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
2 years
Last Approved
November 4, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
601 +
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Community-centered, community-focused, and community-responsive training that emphasizes evidence-based medicine, critical appraisal skills, and holistic physician development.

Training Setting

Located in Chilliwack, a community 100 km east of Vancouver, with primary training at Chilliwack General Hospital serving a population of 100,000. Residents are expected to live in the area and participate actively in the community.

Focus Areas
Full-service Family Medicine
Primary Care Obstetrics
Hospital Medicine
Emergency Medicine
Community-based Care
Acute Inpatient Medicine
Special Features
  • Mandatory weekly core curriculum
  • Mandatory Scholarship Day
  • Quality improvement project in first year
  • One month international/interprovincial elective
  • Teaching and mentorship opportunities
  • Wellness events and resident support
Program Strengths
  • Longitudinal acute care experience
  • Maximum clinical exposure
  • No competition with specialty residents
  • Strong community medical support
  • Comprehensive full-service family medicine training
Patient Populations
Acute care patients
Inpatient hospital patients
Emergency room patients
Elderly care patients
Palliative care patients
Community primary care patients
Research Opportunities

Residents complete a scholar project and present their work at an annual Scholarship Day, with a focus on quality improvement and evidence-based medicine.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Chilliwack General Hospital
Training Setting Type
Community hospital
Primary care center
Rural/regional medical setting
Enhanced Skills Training
Emergency Medicine
Care of the Elderly
Anesthesia
Palliative Medicine
Sports and Exercise Medicine
Clinician Scholars program
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • February 08, 2026
  • January 17-27, 2026
  • January 28, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • File review (20%)
  • MMI interview (75%)
  • FMProC score (5%)
Compensation & Benefits

British Columbia provincial salaries

Updated July 25, 2023

Salary Progression (2-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$65,332

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$72,818

PGY-2

Benefits & Perks

Annual vacation: 4 weeks
CMPA dues paid: Yes. Mandatory
Dental plan: 100% Premiums Paid
Educational leave: Yes
Extended health insurance: 100% Premiums Paid
Frequency of calls: 1 in 4 onsite/1 in 3 offsite
Life insurance: 100% Premium Paid
Long-term disability insurance: Yes 100% Premiums Paid
Maternity leave: 17 weeks, plus up to 78 weeks Parental Leave
Meal allowance: No
Provincial dues (% of salary): 1.5%
Provincial health insurance: 100% Premiums Paid

... and 2 more benefits

Compensation data is province-wide and may vary by institution. Please verify with individual programs. Data sourced from CARMS.

Curriculum & Rotations

PGY-1 Rotations

Hospital MedicineThroughout yearChilliwack General Hospital
Emergency MedicineRegular shiftsChilliwack General Hospital
Primary CareThroughout yearCommunity clinics

PGY-2 Rotations

Mandatory Rural Rotation2 monthsVarious rural settings
Hospital MedicineThroughout yearChilliwack General Hospital
Emergency MedicineRegular shiftsChilliwack General Hospital
ElectivesUp to 12 weeksVarious
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Data Source: This information is aggregated from publicly available sources. Last updated on 12/3/2025. Always verify details with the official program page.