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Edmonton - Pediatrics

University of AlbertaEdmonton, Alberta
Pediatrics
IMG Stream
3 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 a large geographic catchment area, with a strong commitment to cultural sensitivity and community-based learning.

Quick Facts
Program ID
30363
Quota
3 positions
Stream
IMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 10, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
0 - 25 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education using adult learning principles, active learning strategies, small group sessions, flipped classroom, and simulation-based training aligned with CanMEDS roles.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical center with extensive rural and regional training sites, including Stollery Children's Hospital and satellite facilities in Edmonton and surrounding communities.

Focus Areas
General Pediatrics
Indigenous Child Health
Rural Medicine
Community-Based Pediatrics
Pediatric Research
Special Features
  • Night Float system
  • Continuity Clinic
  • Rural/Regional training opportunities
  • Research Methodology course
  • Training Researchers in Pediatrics (TRIP) mentorship program
  • Clinician Investigator Program (CIP)
  • Resident Academic Half-Day
  • Departmental Pediatric Grand Rounds
Program Strengths
  • Largest geographic catchment area in North America
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Extensive community-based training
  • Comprehensive pediatric subspecialty exposure
Patient Populations
Pediatric patients
Northern Alberta populations
Northeastern BC populations
Western Arctic populations
Indigenous communities
Rural and remote communities
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 training
Medical education
Indigenous health
Rural medicine
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • Wednesday, February 4, 2026
  • February 4, 2026
  • January 13, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic record
  • Personal letter
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Research/scholarly activities
  • Reference letters
  • Interview performance
  • MCCQE Part I
  • NAC examination
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

Foundation rotations • Multiple 4-week blocksVarious teaching hospitals

PGY-2 Rotations

Community-based rotations • Multiple 4-week blocksEdmonton and surrounding communities
Electives • 2 x 4-week blocksLocal/provincial/national/international

PGY-3 Rotations

Core of Discipline rotations • Multiple 4-week blocksVarious teaching hospitals
Continuity Clinic • OngoingCommunity sites
Electives • 2 x 4-week blocksLocal/provincial/national/international

PGY-4 Rotations

Transition to Practice • Multiple 4-week blocksVarious settings
Elective • 4-week blockFlexible
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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.