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Halifax - Pediatrics

Dalhousie UniversityHalifax, Nova Scotia
Pediatrics
CMG Stream
5 Positions
Official Page

Dalhousie University's Pediatrics Residency Program offers comprehensive training at the IWK Health Centre, serving the Maritime provinces. The program provides a mid-sized, close-knit environment with exposure to diverse pediatric opportunities, emphasizing strong clinical skills, mentorship, and individual learning goals.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29711
Quota
5 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
October 9, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Develop strong foundational pediatric knowledge while supporting individual learning and career goals, with an emphasis on progressive independence, mentorship, and holistic skill development.

Training Setting

Urban tertiary care pediatric hospital (IWK Health Centre) in Halifax, serving the Maritime provinces, with rotations in community settings across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island.

Focus Areas
General Pediatrics
Pediatric Subspecialties
Community Pediatrics
Academic Pediatrics
Special Features
  • Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)
  • 10% training outside Halifax Regional Municipality
  • Mandatory scholarly project
  • Academic Half Day curriculum
  • Simulation training
  • Longitudinal continuity clinic
  • Research support and travel funding
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive pediatric training across all care levels
  • Strong mentorship and one-on-one teaching
  • Diverse rotation opportunities
  • Commitment to resident wellness
  • Exposure to Maritime community pediatrics
Patient Populations
Pediatric primary care patients
Pediatric secondary care patients
Pediatric tertiary care patients
Neonatal patients
High-risk newborns
Community pediatric populations
Research Opportunities

Minimum one scholarly project required, with dedicated research time, travel funding, and annual Resident Research Day.

Teaching Hospitals
  • IWK Health Centre
  • Saint John Regional Hospital
  • Community pediatric sites in Maritime provinces
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Community hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
Scholarly activities
Health advocacy
Leadership development
Quality improvement
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 19, 2026
  • January 20, 2026
  • January 21, 2026
  • January 22, 2026
  • January 6, 2026
  • January 9, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Personal letter
  • CV/Résumé
  • Reference documents
  • Interview performance
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

Pediatric Medical Unit8 weeksIWK Health Centre
Pediatric Emergency Medicine2 weeksIWK Health Centre
Outpatient Clinics2 weeksIWK Health Centre
Newborn Service2 weeksIWK Health Centre
NICU Introduction2 weeksIWK Health Centre
NICU Level II4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Pediatric Surgery4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Community Pediatrics4 weeksMaritime provinces
Academic Skills Course4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Subspecialty Rotations8 weeksIWK Health Centre

PGY-2 Rotations

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Level III8 weeksIWK Health Centre
Pediatric Anesthesia2 weeksIWK Health Centre
Adolescent/Social Pediatrics4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Pediatric Medical Unit4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Subspecialty Rotations8-10 weeksIWK Health Centre
Elective4 weeksFlexible
Community Pediatrics4 weeksMaritime provinces
Research2 weeksIWK Health Centre
Emergency Department2 weeksIWK Health Centre
Saint John Regional Hospital6 weeksSaint John, New Brunswick

PGY-3 Rotations

General Inpatient Pediatrics8 weeksIWK Health Centre
Emergency Pediatrics4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Pediatric Intensive Care4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Neonatology4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Developmental Pediatrics4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Child Psychiatry4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Emergency Department4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Subspecialty Selectives20 weeksIWK Health Centre
Elective4 weeksFlexible
Community Pediatrics4 weeksMaritime provinces

PGY-4 Rotations

Senior Supervising Resident4 weeksMaritime provinces
Pediatric Medical Unit Admitting Senior4 weeksIWK Health Centre
NICU in Community4 weeksMaritime provinces
Complex Care4 weeksIWK Health Centre
Senior Outpatient Clinics8 weeksIWK Health Centre
Elective4 weeksFlexible
Selective Rotations4-6 weeksFlexible
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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.