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Saskatoon - Emergency Medicine

University of SaskatchewanSaskatoon, Saskatchewan
Emergency Medicine
CMG Stream
5 Positions

Saskatchewan's Royal College Emergency Medicine training program offers comprehensive training across Saskatoon and Regina, with a focus on developing skilled emergency physicians who can manage acute illness, provide leadership, and contribute to community health. The program emphasizes diverse clinical experiences, academic excellence, and holistic resident development.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29789
Quota
5 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 5, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
51 - 75 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Embraces a coaching-rich assessment framework using Competency by Design, with longitudinal mentorship, structured reflection cycles, and personalized learning plans focused on progressive independence and lifelong learning.

Training Setting

Training occurs in urban emergency departments in Saskatoon and Regina, with rotations through multiple hospitals including Royal University Hospital, Jim Pattison Children's Hospital, St. Paul's Hospital, Regina General Hospital, and Pasqua Hospital.

Focus Areas
Emergency Medicine
Trauma Care
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Rural and Remote Medicine
Prehospital and Transport Medicine
Medical Education
Health Advocacy
Special Features
  • Competency by Design (CBD) model
  • Distributed learning across multiple sites
  • Simulation-based education
  • Point-of-Care Ultrasound curriculum
  • Longitudinal mentorship
  • Research and scholarly activity support
  • Wellness and professionalism integration
  • Academic Half Days
  • Extensive elective opportunities
  • Moonlighting for senior residents
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive five-year training program
  • Dual-site exposure
  • Strong emphasis on resident wellness
  • Robust assessment and coaching framework
  • Extensive academic and clinical support
  • Commitment to equity and diversity
Patient Populations
Adult emergency patients
Pediatric emergency patients
Trauma patients
Inner-city populations
Rural and remote populations
Research Opportunities

Residents complete scholarly projects with monthly Research Rounds, annual Research Day, and mentorship in clinical research, education scholarship, and quality improvement.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Royal University Hospital
  • Jim Pattison Children's Hospital
  • St. Paul's Hospital
  • Saskatoon City Hospital
  • Regina General Hospital
  • Pasqua Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Urban emergency departments
Pediatric hospital
Community hospitals
Enhanced Skills Training
Toxicology
Prehospital Care
Ultrasound
Medical Education
Quality Improvement
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • Tuesday, January 20, 2026
  • Friday, December 19, 2025
  • January 20, 2026
  • January 20, 2026
  • December 19, 2025
Evaluation Criteria
  • Custom CV
  • Personal Letter
  • Letters of Reference
  • Casper Test
  • Interview Stations
  • Academic Potential
  • Community Engagement
Compensation & Benefits

Saskatchewan provincial salaries

Updated August 24, 2022

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$61,635

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$83,860

PGY-5

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

PGY2
PGY 3
PGY 4
PGY 5
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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.