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Edmonton - Radiation Oncology

University of AlbertaEdmonton, Alberta
Radiation Oncology
CMG Stream
2 Positions
Official Page

The University of Alberta Radiation Oncology Residency Program is a comprehensive 5-year training program dedicated to producing well-trained Radiation Oncologists. The program provides extensive clinical experience across multiple cancer centers, with a strong emphasis on academic development, research, and patient care.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29979
Quota
2 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 10, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
51 - 75 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

The program follows a progressive training model with four distinct stages: Transition to Discipline, Foundations of Discipline, Core of Discipline, and Transition to Practice, emphasizing gradual skill development and independent practice.

Training Setting

Training occurs across multiple urban hospitals and cancer centers in Edmonton and Alberta, including the Cross Cancer Institute, University of Alberta Hospital, and community-based cancer centers.

Focus Areas
Radiation Oncology
Cancer Treatment
Clinical Oncology
Radiobiology
Treatment Planning
Special Features
  • Competency-based medical education
  • Research project requirement
  • Scholarly project opportunities
  • Mock oral examinations
  • Multidisciplinary rounds
  • Clinical physics training
  • International and national clinical trials involvement
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive radiation oncology training
  • Extensive research opportunities
  • Advanced technological resources
  • Diverse clinical exposure
  • Strong academic infrastructure
Patient Populations
Cancer patients
Oncology patients
Patients requiring radiotherapy
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete a scholarly project, with opportunities to participate in clinical or basic science research through the Department of Oncology.

Teaching Hospitals
  • University of Alberta Hospital
  • Royal Alexandra Hospital
  • Grey Nuns Community Hospital
  • Misericordia Community Hospital
  • Cross Cancer Institute
  • Grande Prairie Cancer Centre
  • Central Alberta Cancer Centre
  • Jack Ady Cancer Centre
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Cancer treatment center
Community hospitals
Enhanced Skills Training
Clinical research
Treatment planning
Radiobiology
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 19, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic record
  • Research portfolio
  • Interview performance
  • Communication skills
  • Empathy and maturity
  • Scholarly activities
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

Transition to Discipline • 1 monthCross Cancer Institute
Internal Medicine • 8 weeksVarious
General Surgery • 4 weeksVarious
Emergency Medicine • 4 weeksVarious
Gynecologic Oncology/Urology • 4 weeksVarious
Palliative Care • 4 weeksVarious
Medical Oncology • 8 weeksVarious
Diagnostic Radiology and Respiratory • 4 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.