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Edmonton - Pediatrics

University of AlbertaEdmonton, Alberta
Pediatrics
CMG Stream
11 Positions
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The University of Alberta Pediatrics Residency Program offers comprehensive training in pediatric medicine, focusing on excellence in clinical care, education, advocacy, and research. Located in Edmonton, the program provides diverse clinical experiences across Northern Alberta and beyond, with a strong commitment to cultural sensitivity and community-based learning.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29585
Quota
11 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 10, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
51 - 75 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education using adult learning principles, active learning strategies, small group sessions, flipped classroom, didactic teaching, procedural skills, and simulations aligned with Royal College objectives and CanMEDS roles.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical center with extensive rural and regional training opportunities, including community sites in Edmonton, Maskwacis, Red Deer, Yellowknife, High Level, Cold Lake, and Slave Lake.

Focus Areas
General Pediatrics
Community-based Pediatrics
Rural and Regional Pediatrics
Indigenous Child Health
Pediatric Research
Special Features
  • Night Float system
  • Continuity Clinic
  • Research Methodology course
  • Training Researchers in Pediatrics (TRIP) mentorship program
  • Clinician Investigator Program (CIP)
  • Resident Academic Half-Day
  • Departmental Pediatric Grand Rounds
  • Funding support for PALS, NRP, and ACoRN certification
Program Strengths
  • Largest geographic catchment in North America
  • Comprehensive clinical exposure
  • Strong research opportunities
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Extensive community-based training
  • Mentorship and career development support
Patient Populations
Pediatric patients in Northern Alberta
Pediatric patients from Northeastern B.C. and Western Arctic
Indigenous pediatric populations
Rural and urban pediatric populations
Research Opportunities

Residents complete a research/scholarly project, with opportunities for additional research through TRIP mentorship program and Clinician Investigator Program (CIP).

Teaching Hospitals
  • Stollery Children's Hospital
  • University of Alberta Hospital
  • Royal Alexandra Hospital
  • Grey Nuns Hospital
  • Misericordia Hospital
  • Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Children's hospital
Community hospitals
Rural clinics
Enhanced Skills Training
Research methodology
Medical education
Teaching skills
Clinician Investigator Program
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • February 2, 2026
  • February 3, 2026
  • February 4, 2026
  • February 5, 2026
  • February 2-5, 2026
  • January 13, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic record
  • Personal letter
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Research/scholarly activities
  • Reference letters
  • Interview performance
Compensation & Benefits

Alberta provincial salaries

Updated September 9, 2022

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$58,934

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$81,584

PGY-5

Benefits & Perks

Annual vacation: 4 weeks/yr
Call Stipends: weekday in-house –  $118.02weekend in-house / holiday – $178.72weekday home call – $59.01weekend home call / holiday – $89.35
CMPA dues paid: $1,500
Dental plan: 75% premium paid
Educational leave: 14 days paid leave
Extended health insurance: 75% premium paid$1000 per year Flexible Spending Account*
Frequency of calls: In-house call: 7/28. 2/4 weekend call.Home call: 9/28. 2/4 weekend call**A Resident scheduled on Home call but who is required to work more than four hours in hospital during the call period, of which more than one full hour is past 12:00 a.m. and before 6:00 a.m., or more than six (6) hours in hospital during the call period, shall be remunerated at the rate for In-House call.$100 per day for each scheduled weekend day of patient rounds when not on-call
Life insurance: 100% towards $150,000 coverage
Life Support Course Costs (Program Approved: 100% paid
Long-term disability insurance: 100% paid for 75% gross income
Maternity Leave: 18 weeks total (17 weeks paid to match 90% of salary when combined with EI)
Parental Leave: 2 weeks leave with full pay and benefits;52 weeks (inclusive of Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leaves) – unpaid leave

... and 4 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

Various pediatric rotations • 13 four-week blocksMultiple sites

PGY-2 Rotations

Community-based rotations • 13 four-week blocksEdmonton and surrounding areas
Research project • 2-4 weeksResearch sites

PGY-3 Rotations

Rural/Regional rotations • 13 four-week blocksVarious community sites
Research project • 2-4 weeksResearch sites

PGY-4 Rotations

Transition to Practice • 13 four-week blocksMultiple sites
Elective rotations • 4 weeksLocal, provincial, national, or international
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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.