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South West Nova - Family Medicine
The South West Nova (SWN) Program is a fully integrated longitudinal site for enthusiastic, self-directed learners passionate about rural family medicine. Residents gain comprehensive experience in family medicine across various clinical settings, working closely with preceptors and enjoying a balanced lifestyle in a stunning natural landscape.
- Program ID
- 29544
- Quota
- 1 positions
- Stream
- CMG
- Program Length
- 2 years
- Last Approved
- October 15, 2025
- Last Updated
- December 3, 2025
- Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
- 401 - 600
- Avg. Interview Rate
- 76 - 100 %
Teaching Philosophy
Competency-based medical education with a focus on progressive independence, longitudinal learning, and one-on-one mentorship. Residents gradually build patient panels and increase responsibilities as they gain experience and confidence.
Training Setting
Rural training sites in Yarmouth, Digby, and Shelburne counties of Nova Scotia, with Yarmouth Regional Hospital serving as the primary academic center. Training occurs in diverse clinical settings including well-equipped regional hospitals and facilities with limited resources.
- Fully Integrated Longitudinal Clinical Curriculum
- One-on-One Teaching
- Core Simulation Curriculum
- Comprehensive Orientation Program
- Community Navigator Support
- Wellness Check-ins
- Faculty Advisor Assignment
- Structured Exam Preparation
- Comprehensive rural family medicine training
- Strong one-on-one teaching model
- Supportive learning environment
- Diverse clinical experiences
- Emphasis on wellness and professional development
Residents are required to complete a scholarly project with protected time, focusing on critically reviewing literature and potentially designing studies to answer primary care questions.
- Yarmouth Regional Hospital
Interview Dates
- Monday, January 26, 2026
- Thursday, November 13, 2025
- Monday, November 24, 2025
- Saturday, January 10, 2026
- January 26, 2026
- January 27, 2026
- January 28, 2026
- January 29, 2026
- January 30, 2026
- February 6, 2026
- November 27, 2025
- November 13, 2025
- November 24, 2025
- January 10, 2026
- Medical Student Performance Record
- Reference letters
- Personal letter
- Interview performance
- FMProC assessment
Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island provincial salaries
Salary Progression (2-Year Program)
Starting Salary
$69,867
PGY-1
Maximum Salary
$75,527
PGY-2
Benefits & Perks
... and 2 more benefits
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.