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Sherbrooke - Psychiatrie

Université de SherbrookeSherbrooke, Quebec
Psychiatrie
Regular Stream
1 Position
Official Page

The Université de Sherbrooke Psychiatry Residency Program aims to train versatile psychiatrists capable of providing high-quality psychiatric care across various clinical settings. The program emphasizes comprehensive training through Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME), offering diverse clinical exposures, innovative pedagogical approaches, and a strong focus on interprofessional collaboration and research.

Quick Facts
Program ID
30889
Quota
1 positions
Stream
Regular
Program Length
5 years
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

The program follows a Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) approach, focusing on progressive skill development, direct observation, and personalized feedback to help residents achieve comprehensive psychiatric competencies.

Training Setting

Training occurs primarily at two main sites: CIUSSS de l'Estrie-CHUS in Sherbrooke and CH Charles-Lemoyne in Greenfield Park, serving populations of approximately half a million individuals.

Focus Areas
Adult Psychiatry
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Geriatric Psychiatry
Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry
Psychotherapy
Cultural Competence
Forensic Psychiatry
Special Features
  • Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)
  • Half-day academic and research time weekly
  • Simulation laboratories
  • Longitudinal training in ethics, psychopharmacology, and cultural competence
  • Extensive teaching opportunities
  • Mentorship program
  • Possibility of subspecialty training
Program Strengths
  • Dynamic and engaged faculty
  • Comprehensive theoretical and clinical training
  • Strong mentorship and support system
  • Diverse clinical exposure
  • Innovative educational approaches
  • Research and quality improvement opportunities
Patient Populations
Adult psychiatric patients
Geriatric patients
Child and adolescent patients
Patients with mental health disorders
Consultation-liaison patients
Patients with substance use disorders
Research Opportunities

Residents are given dedicated half-day research time weekly and have opportunities to engage in departmental research activities and present research at annual research days.

Teaching Hospitals
  • CIUSSS de l'Estrie-CHUS
  • CH Charles-Lemoyne
  • Hôpital Ste-Croix
  • Hôpital Georges-L-Dumont
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Specialized psychiatric units
Enhanced Skills Training
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Forensic Psychiatry
Geriatric Psychiatry
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • 22 janvier 2026
  • 29 janvier 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Standardized interview stations
  • Academic record
  • Motivation letter
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Structured reference letters
  • COPE exam
Compensation & Benefits

Quebec provincial salaries

Updated September 9, 2022

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$49,258

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$69,658

PGY-5

Benefits & Perks

Adoption leave: 29 to 38 weeks55 to 75 % of salary
Annual vacation: 20 days/year
Assistant Resident Coordinator: $425/month
Call Premium: $607/28 days
Conference leave: 7 days pd/year
Dental Plan: Yes, available for a fee
Exam leave: Day (s) of the exam
Extended Health Insurance: Yes
Leave for death in family: From 1 to 5 days depending on the family member
Leave of absence without pay (exceptional measure): 12 months maximum
Life insurance: Yes
Long-Term disability insurance: Yes

... and 16 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

Progression towards Discipline Stage3 periodsVarious sites
Acquisition of Discipline Fundamentals20 periodsVarious psychiatric and medical settings

PGY-2 Rotations

Continuation of Discipline FundamentalsFull yearVarious sites

PGY-3 Rotations

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry6 periodsVarious sites
Geriatric Psychiatry6 periodsVarious sites

PGY-4 Rotations

Advanced Psychiatric CompetenciesFull yearVarious specialized psychiatric settings

PGY-5 Rotations

Transition to PracticeFull yearChosen by resident with program guidance
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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.