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Moose Jaw - Family Medicine

University of SaskatchewanMoose Jaw, Saskatchewan
Family Medicine
CMG Stream
4 Positions
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The Moose Jaw Family Medicine Residency Program at the University of Saskatchewan offers comprehensive training for family physicians, focusing on rural, remote, and underserved populations. Graduates are prepared to practice in diverse settings with strong clinical skills and a commitment to community-based care.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29785
Quota
4 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
2 years
Last Approved
September 8, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
601 +
Avg. Interview Rate
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education with progressive independence, focusing on comprehensive patient care, community engagement, and developing adaptable, confident family physicians.

Training Setting

Regional training in Moose Jaw, a community of 34,000, with additional experiences in Regina. Training occurs across multiple clinics, the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital, and various community healthcare settings.

Focus Areas
Full-service Family Medicine
Rural and Remote Medicine
Emergency Medicine
Obstetrics
Hospitalist Medicine
Community-based Care
Special Features
  • Longitudinal ER call
  • One-on-one learning with preceptors
  • Consistent full-service family medicine training
  • Exposure to multiple clinics and hospital settings
  • Rural experience opportunities
  • Academic half-day program
  • Behavioral skills training
  • Evidence-based medicine training
Program Strengths
  • Strong work-life balance
  • Diverse training experiences
  • High patient volume and variety
  • Close relationships with preceptors
  • Comprehensive clinical exposure
  • Emphasis on rural and underserved medicine
Patient Populations
Urban patients
Rural patients
Diverse community members
Immigrant populations
International students
Patients across all age groups
Research Opportunities

Evidence-based medicine training and potential scholarly activities are integrated into the curriculum.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital
  • Hillcrest Health Clinic
  • South Hill Medical Clinic
  • Medella Clinic
  • Circle Medical Centre
  • Regina hospitals
Training Setting Type
Regional hospital
Community clinics
Urban medical center
Rural healthcare facilities
Enhanced Skills Training
Emergency Medicine
Obstetrics
Hospitalist Medicine
Palliative Care
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 21, 2026
  • January 22, 2026
  • January 23, 2026
  • January 24, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Casper test
  • FMProC assessment
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Reference letters
  • Personal letter
  • CV/Resume
  • Interview performance
Compensation & Benefits

Saskatchewan provincial salaries

Updated August 24, 2022

Salary Progression (2-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$61,635

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$67,217

PGY-2

Benefits & Perks

Annual vacation: 4 weeks
CMPA dues paid: 100%
Dental plan: 100%
Educational leave: Minimum 7 days with pay, 12 Maximum
Employee Assistance Program: Two programs available through SMA and University of Saskatchewan
Extended health insurance: Blue Cross family coverage, if registered with a Provincial Health Plan
Frequency of call: 1:4 in-house (if in excess of 1:4 paid $196/period from 1700-0800 weekdays and $249 from 0800-0800 weekends)*;1:3 out-of-house
Life insurance: Paid premium, >$100,000 coverage
Long-term disability insurance: Paid premium cost for Disability Insurance
Maternity leave/ Paternity: In conformity with Sask. Labour Standards Act – 17 weeks max maternity leave and up to 35 weeks parental leave.5 paid days paternity (can split the 35 weeks parental leave with mother as desired.)
Meal allowance: n/a
On-Call Stipends: Home Light: per duty period: $72 weekday; $83 weekendIn House: per duty period: $166 weekday; $191 weekendICU/CCU: per duty period: $166 weekday; $191 weekend

... and 5 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

Orientation • 1 week
Family Medicine • 20 weeks longitudinal half days + 12 weeks full days
Electives • 4 weeks
Obstetrics • 8 weeks full days
Internal Medicine • 2 weeks full days
Hospitalist • 2 weeks in Regina + 2 weeks in Moose Jaw full daysRegina and Moose Jaw
Pediatrics • 8 weeks longitudinal half days
Psychiatry • 4 weeks longitudinal half days
Surgery • 8 weeks longitudinal half days
Emergency • 1 day per month plus call shifts
Resident Retreat • 1 week

PGY-2 Rotations

Electives • 8 weeks
Obstetrics • 2 weeksRegina
Palliative • 2 weeksRegina
Pediatrics • 2 weeksRegina
Exams • 1 week
Family Medicine • 28 weeks
Rural Family Medicine • 8 weeks
Resident Retreat • 1 week
Emergency • Regular call throughout year
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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.