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Northern Rural - Family Medicine

University of British ColumbiaNorthern Rural, British Columbia
Family Medicine
CMG Stream
5 Positions
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The UBC Northern Rural Family Medicine program offers a unique two-year training experience focused on rural generalist medicine. Located in Prince George and rural BC communities, the program prepares residents for full-service family medicine with an emphasis on rural practice, providing comprehensive training across diverse clinical settings.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29239
Quota
5 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
2 years
Last Approved
September 11, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
601 +
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education emphasizing progressive independence, work-life balance, and preparing residents for diverse rural practice environments through immersive, hands-on training.

Training Setting

Training occurs in Prince George (first year) and two different rural communities (second year), providing diverse clinical experiences across Northern British Columbia in both regional and community hospital settings.

Focus Areas
Rural Family Medicine
Full-service Family Practice
Rural Generalism
Community-based Medicine
Special Features
  • Mandatory 2-month rural rotation in second year
  • Extended rural block placements
  • International elective opportunities
  • Quality improvement project requirement
  • Scholarship project presentation
  • Competency-based palliative care rotation
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive rural medical training
  • Extensive academic and administrative support
  • Diverse training sites across BC
  • Strong focus on rural generalist skills
  • Supportive learning environment
Patient Populations
Northern BC rural populations
Urban and rural community patients
Diverse demographic groups
High-risk obstetric patients
Emergency and trauma patients
Research Opportunities

Residents complete a scholar project and present at local Scholarship Day, with opportunities for quality improvement research.

Teaching Hospitals
  • University Hospital of Northern BC
  • Prince George Regional Hospital
Training Setting Type
Tertiary care center
Regional referral hospital
Community hospitals
Rural clinics
Enhanced Skills Training
Emergency Medicine
Care of the Elderly
Anesthesia
Palliative Medicine
Sports and Exercise Medicine
Clinician Scholars program
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 17, 2026
  • January 19, 2026
  • January 20, 2026
  • January 21, 2026
  • January 22, 2026
  • January 23, 2026
  • January 24, 2026
  • January 26, 2026
  • January 27, 2026
  • February 08, 2026
  • January 17-27, 2026
  • January 28, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • File review (20%)
  • MMI interview (75%)
  • FMProC score (5%)
Compensation & Benefits

British Columbia provincial salaries

Updated July 25, 2023

Salary Progression (2-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$65,332

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$72,818

PGY-2

Benefits & Perks

Annual vacation: 4 weeks
CMPA dues paid: Yes. Mandatory
Dental plan: 100% Premiums Paid
Educational leave: Yes
Extended health insurance: 100% Premiums Paid
Frequency of calls: 1 in 4 onsite/1 in 3 offsite
Life insurance: 100% Premium Paid
Long-term disability insurance: Yes 100% Premiums Paid
Maternity leave: 17 weeks, plus up to 78 weeks Parental Leave
Meal allowance: No
Provincial dues (% of salary): 1.5%
Provincial health insurance: 100% Premiums Paid

... 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

Family Practice • 6 weeksFP building or community practice
General Surgery • 4 weeksAlso available in Williams Lake or Quesnel
Orthopedics • 4 weeks
Medicine • 8 weeks8 weeks CTU
ICU • 4 weeksIn R1 for Northern Rural program only (R2 for PG program)
Pediatrics • 6 weeks3 weeks CTU, 3 weeks ambulatory care Ambulatory care portion also available in Williams Lake
Ob/Gyn • 8 weeks6 weeks Obs, 2 weeks Gynecology. Obstetrics available in Dawson Creek, Williams Lake
Psychiatry • 4 weeksMix of inpatients and outpatients
Emergency • 4 weeksAlso available in Williams Lake or Quesnel
Native Health Centre/Street Medicine • 2 weeks
Addictions • 2 weeks

PGY-2 Rotations

Rural Community Family Practice • 32 weeksIncluding horizontal electives in regional hospitals, 2 four-month blocks in 2 communities, decided by rural match*
Surgical Skills • 1 weekVancouver
Electives • 12 weeksIncluding international opportunities
Trauma Unit elective or ER elective • 4 weeksVancouver General Hospital or a regional hospital
Family Practice • 4 WeeksPrince George (final block of R2)
Palliative Care • Over 2 yearsCompetency based horizontal rotation
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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.