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Saskatoon - Family Medicine

University of SaskatchewanSaskatoon, Saskatchewan
Family Medicine
CMG Stream
16 Positions

The University of Saskatchewan Family Medicine Residency Program in Saskatoon offers comprehensive training for family physicians, with a strong focus on rural, remote, and underserved populations. Located at West Winds Primary Health Centre, the program provides diverse clinical experiences, emphasizes resident wellness, and prepares graduates to excel in comprehensive family medicine across Saskatchewan.

Quick Facts
Program ID
30013
Quota
16 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 focused on producing compassionate, comprehensive family physicians who can adapt to diverse community needs and provide patient-centered care.

Training Setting

Urban setting in Saskatoon (population 280,000), training at West Winds Primary Health Centre with access to major hospitals including JPCH, RUH, SPH, and SCH.

Focus Areas
Rural Medicine
Urban Family Medicine
Low-risk Obstetrics
Comprehensive Primary Care
Underserved Populations
Immigrant Health
Procedural Skills
Special Features
  • 8-week Rural Family Medicine Experience
  • Procedural Skills Training
  • Multi-disciplinary Team Learning
  • Academic Half-day Program
  • Evidence-based Medicine Training
  • Behavioural Skills Training
  • Integrated Clinical Experiences
  • Research Support
Program Strengths
  • Exceptional low-risk obstetrics training
  • Strong resident wellness support
  • Diverse and experienced faculty
  • Robust multi-disciplinary learning environment
  • High graduate success rate in Saskatchewan
  • Comprehensive procedural skills training
Patient Populations
Inner city populations
Newcomers to Canada
Disadvantaged communities
Rural patients
Urban patients
Immigrant populations
Research Opportunities

Robust support for research with opportunities integrated throughout the training program.

Teaching Hospitals
  • West Winds Primary Health Centre
  • Jim Pattison Children's Hospital (JPCH)
  • Royal University Hospital (RUH)
  • Saskatoon City Hospital (SCH)
  • St. Paul's Hospital (SPH)
Training Setting Type
Urban medical center
Primary health center
Community clinic
Enhanced Skills Training
Procedural Skills
Low-risk Obstetrics
Rural Medicine
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 (MSPR)
  • Reference Letters
  • Personal Letter
  • CV/Curriculum Vitae
  • 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

Orientation1 weekSaskatoon
Family Medicine22 weeksSaskatoon
General Surgery4 weeksSaskatoon
Obstetrics4 weeksSaskatoon
Internal Medicine4 weeksSaskatoon
Psychiatry4 weeksSaskatoon
Electives7 weeksSaskatoon
Emergency4 weeksSaskatoon
Musculoskeletal2 weeksSaskatoon

PGY-2 Rotations

Family Medicine16 weeksSaskatoon
Electives7 weeksSaskatoon
Rural Family Medicine8 weeksVarious Rural Sites
Selective8 weeksSaskatoon
Emergency4 weeksSaskatoon
Obstetrics4 weeksSaskatoon
Palliative Care2 weeksSaskatoon
Exam Week1 weekSaskatoon
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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.