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Integrated Communities - Family Medicine

University of TorontoIntegrated Communities, Ontario
Family Medicine
IMG Stream
3 Positions
Official Page

The University of Toronto's Integrated Communities Stream is an innovative Family Medicine residency program designed to prepare comprehensive family physicians. Residents spend their first year (PGY1) training in a Toronto community teaching hospital and their second year (PGY2) in one of three mid-Ontario communities: Alliston, Orangeville, or Port Perry.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29212
Quota
3 positions
Stream
IMG
Program Length
2 years
Last Approved
October 8, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
601 +
Avg. Interview Rate
0 - 25 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

A learner-centered approach focusing on competency-based medical education, emphasizing progressive skill development, interprofessional learning, and preparing comprehensive generalist family physicians.

Training Setting

Combines urban training in Greater Toronto Area community hospitals with rural/community-based training in mid-Ontario locations, providing a diverse and comprehensive learning environment.

Focus Areas
Comprehensive Family Medicine
Rural and Urban Practice
Community-Based Medical Training
Primary Care
Special Features
  • Competency-Based Medical Education
  • Virtual Care Competency Training
  • Indigenous Cultural Safety Training
  • Academic Project Requirement
  • Quality Improvement Curriculum
  • Foundations of Family Medicine Orientation Block
  • Enhanced Skills Program Opportunities
Program Strengths
  • Internationally recognized Family Medicine program
  • Flexible and comprehensive training model
  • Strong academic and clinical curriculum
  • Emphasis on leadership and innovation
Patient Populations
Urban patients
Rural community patients
Diverse cultural and socio-economic demographics
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete an academic project by the end of their second year, which can include research, educational material development, audits, or critical reviews.

Teaching Hospitals
  • North York General Hospital
  • Toronto East Health Network – Michael Garron Hospital
Training Setting Type
Community teaching hospitals
Rural community clinics
Academic medical center
Enhanced Skills Training
Emergency Medicine
Anesthesia
Low-Risk Obstetrics
Women's Health
Care of the Elderly
Sports Medicine
Academic Fellowship Programs
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 16, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • NAC examination
  • MCCQE Part I
  • FMProC assessment
  • Structured Reference Letters
  • Personal Letter
  • CV/Resume
  • Interview performance
Compensation & Benefits

Ontario provincial salaries

Updated January 6, 2025

Salary Progression (2-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$73,367

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$79,670

PGY-2

Benefits & Perks

PGY Level: Salary

Compensation data is province-wide and may vary by institution. Please verify with individual programs. Data sourced from CARMS.

Curriculum & Rotations

PGY-1 Rotations

Foundations of Family Medicine1 monthToronto community teaching hospitals
Family MedicineOngoingNorth York General Hospital or Toronto East Health Network

PGY-2 Rotations

Family MedicineOngoingAlliston, Orangeville, or Port Perry
Horizontal Specialty ExperiencesVariesCommunity hospitals and clinics
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Program Location
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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.