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Halifax - Neurology

Dalhousie UniversityHalifax, Nova Scotia
Neurology
CMG Stream
3 Positions
Official Page

The Dalhousie University Adult Neurology Training Program is the only neurology residency program in the Maritimes, offering comprehensive training across neurological subspecialties. Located at Halifax Infirmary Hospital, the program provides residents with extensive clinical experiences and exposure to complex neurological disorders in a supportive academic environment.

Quick Facts
Program ID
30170
Quota
3 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
October 14, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Follows a Competency Based Medical Education (CBME) model with graded responsibility, emphasizing the CanMEDS roles and progressive skill development through four standardized training stages.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical center in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with training primarily at Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre, a 1075-bed multispecialty hospital with primary, secondary, and tertiary care roles.

Focus Areas
Cerebrovascular disease
Movement disorders
EEG/Epilepsy
EMG/Neuromuscular disease
Neuro-ophthalmology
Headache
Dementia
Neuro-oncology
Multiple sclerosis
Special Features
  • Competency Based Medical Education (CBME) model
  • Monthly longitudinal clinic
  • Dedicated lumbar puncture clinic
  • Funded attendance at national/international meetings
  • Research project opportunities
  • Academic Half Day
  • Weekly Neuroscience Grand Rounds
  • Monthly Journal Club
Program Strengths
  • Only neurology program in the Maritimes
  • Comprehensive subspecialty training
  • Strong research opportunities
  • Supportive learning environment
  • Exposure to diverse patient populations
Patient Populations
Acute neurological emergencies
Complex neurological disorders
Inpatient neurology patients
Outpatient neurology patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are expected to participate in scholarly activities including clinical research, basic science projects, educational research, or quality assurance projects with dedicated research time.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre
  • IWK Health Centre
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Urban hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
Community-based training
Regional rotations
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • February 3, 2026
  • February 4, 2026
  • February 5, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV
  • Electives
  • Extra-curricular activities
  • Leadership skills
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
  • Personal letter
  • Reference documents
  • Research/Publications
  • Transcripts
Compensation & Benefits

Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island provincial salaries

Updated February 7, 2024

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$69,867

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$91,777

PGY-5

Benefits & Perks

Annual vacation: 4 weeks
Call stipend: Yes
CMPA dues paid: Yes
Dental coverage: Yes
Educational leave: Yes
Extended health insurance: Yes
Frequency of call: l in 4 in-hospital and for homecall
Life insurance: $100,000 of insurance
Long-term disabilityinsurance: 66.7% of salary
Maternity leave top up after one year’s service: eligible for up to a maximum of 17 weeks top-up allowance for maternity/pregnancy leave
Provincial dues (% of salary): 1.30%
Provincial health insurance: Yes

... 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

Transition to Discipline3 blocksHalifax Infirmary
Foundations Stage10 blocksHalifax Infirmary

PGY-2 Rotations

Core Stage13 blocksHalifax Infirmary

PGY-3 Rotations

Core Stage13 blocksHalifax Infirmary

PGY-4 Rotations

Core Stage13 blocksHalifax Infirmary

PGY-5 Rotations

Transition to Practice13 blocksHalifax Infirmary
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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.