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Rural Fergus - Family Medicine
McMaster University's Family Medicine Rural Fergus program offers comprehensive generalist training in a rural setting. Located in the charming town of Fergus, this two-year residency prepares family physicians for diverse medical contexts with a strong emphasis on comprehensive, community-focused care. Residents will gain robust skills through blended urban and rural training opportunities, with exposure to various clinical settings and a unique connection to the local Mennonite community.
- Program ID
- 29971
- Quota
- 2 positions
- Stream
- CMG
- Program Length
- 2 years
- Last Approved
- September 9, 2025
- Last Updated
- December 3, 2025
- Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
- 601 +
- Avg. Interview Rate
- 76 - 100 %
Teaching Philosophy
Competency-based medical education focused on developing comprehensive family physicians through progressive independence, mentorship, and diverse clinical experiences across urban and rural settings.
Training Setting
Rural community of Fergus, Ontario, with training sites in Fergus, Elora, Guelph, and surrounding urban centers. Residents will work at Groves Memorial Community Hospital and local family medicine clinics.
- Longitudinal Primary Preceptor relationship
- Mental Health and Behavioural Science continuity learning
- Robust orientation series
- Leadership opportunities
- Resident Well-being Strategy
- Comprehensive resident support services
- Comprehensive generalist training
- Blended urban and rural training opportunities
- Strong focus on cultural competency
- Robust obstetrical training
- Flexible clinical experiences
- Commitment to equity and inclusion
Residents engage in weekly Inquiry sessions focusing on quality improvement and evidence-based medicine
- Groves Memorial Community Hospital
- Guelph Family Health Team
Interview Dates
- Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Monday, January 19, 2026
- Wednesday, January 21, 2026
- Tuesday, January 27, 2026
- January 17, 2026
- January 19, 2026
- January 21, 2026
- January 27, 2026
- December 16, 2025
- CV/Life experiences
- Electives
- Extra-curricular activities
- Leadership skills
- Medical Student Performance Record
- Personal letters
- Reference documents
- FMProC Situational Judgement Test
Ontario provincial salaries
Salary Progression (2-Year Program)
Starting Salary
$73,367
PGY-1
Maximum Salary
$79,670
PGY-2
Benefits & Perks
Compensation data is province-wide and may vary by institution. Please verify with individual programs. Data sourced from CARMS.
PGY-1 Rotations
PGY-2 Rotations
Data Source: This information is aggregated from publicly available sources. Last updated on 12/3/2025. Always verify details with the official program page.