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Ottawa - Family Medicine

University of OttawaOttawa, Ontario
Family Medicine
IMG Stream
15 Positions
Official Page

Set in Canada's capital, the University of Ottawa Family Medicine Residency Program empowers you to become a skilled clinician, authentic leader, and healthy human being. The program offers a learner-centered culture with rich clinical diversity and unparalleled access to the outdoors. Residents can design flexible experiences matching their career goals across various clinical settings.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29768
Quota
15 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

Competency-based, learner-centered approach emphasizing comprehensive care, wellness, and progressive independence. Residents are actively involved in curriculum and program development.

Training Setting

Located in Ottawa, with multiple teaching units including Civic, Riverside, Bruyère, and Primrose Family Medicine Centres. Training occurs in urban and rural settings across community preceptor offices and teaching hospitals.

Focus Areas
Urban-rural family medicine
Bilingual and multicultural practice
Comprehensive patient care
Wellness-focused training
Special Features
  • Resident-driven governance
  • Tailored elective blocks
  • Two distinct rural rotations
  • Monthly academic full days
  • Multicultural language support
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive two-year training program
  • Flexible curriculum with diverse clinical experiences
  • Strong focus on resident wellness
  • Multicultural and bilingual training environment
  • Extensive enhanced skills opportunities
Patient Populations
Newborns
Infants
Children
Adults
Elderly patients
Prenatal and obstetrical patients
Palliative care patients
Research Opportunities

Residents engage in quality improvement projects, research, and advocacy initiatives throughout their training.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Civic Campus of the Ottawa Hospital
  • General Campus of the Ottawa Hospital
  • Bruyère Family Medicine Centre
  • Riverside Family Medicine Centre
  • Primrose Family Medicine Centre
Training Setting Type
Academic medical centers
Community clinics
Urban teaching sites
Rural practice settings
Enhanced Skills Training
Emergency Medicine
Family Practice Anaesthesia
Palliative Medicine
Care of the Elderly
Addictions Medicine
Sports & Exercise Medicine
Women's Health & Maternity Care
GP Oncology
Indigenous Health
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 16, 2026
  • January 16, 2025
Evaluation Criteria
  • MCCQE Part I score
  • NAC examination
  • FMProC assessment
  • Medical school transcript
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
  • CV/Electives
  • 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.

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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.