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Thunder Bay - Family Medicine

NOSM UniversityThunder Bay, Ontario
Family Medicine
CMG Stream
10 Positions

NOSM University's Family Medicine Residency in Thunder Bay offers a comprehensive, competency-based training experience in northern Ontario. Residents will receive diverse training across multiple clinical settings, with exposure to various family practice styles and opportunities to work in rural and remote locations.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29443
Quota
10 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
2 years
Last Approved
October 20, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
201 - 400
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education using the Triple C curriculum, focusing on comprehensive care, continuity of learning, and community-based training with ongoing coaching and feedback.

Training Setting

Thunder Bay, located in Northwestern Ontario, offers training across multiple medical facilities including Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, St. Joseph's Care Group, and various community health centers.

Focus Areas
Community-based Family Medicine
Rural and Remote Medicine
Indigenous Healthcare
Comprehensive Primary Care
Special Features
  • Triple C Competency-based Curriculum
  • Distributed learning across northern Ontario
  • Layered learning experience
  • Research opportunities
  • Scholarly activity support
  • Resident wellness program
  • Financial support for conferences and professional development
Program Strengths
  • Accredited Family Medicine program
  • Diverse clinical exposure
  • Strong focus on northern and rural medicine
  • Comprehensive wellness support
  • Flexible learning environment
  • Extensive community rotation opportunities
Patient Populations
Children and Adolescents
Adults
Elderly
Maternal and Newborn
Indigenous Communities
Underserved Populations
Mental Health Patients
Research Opportunities

Residents can participate in scholarly activities, including research and quality improvement projects, with support from faculty tutors.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
  • St. Joseph's Care Group
  • Norwest Community Health Centre
  • Dilico Family Health Team Clinic
  • Anishnawbe Mushkiki Aboriginal Health Access Centre
Training Setting Type
Tertiary care academic centre
Community health centers
Rural and remote clinical sites
Enhanced Skills Training
Care of the Elderly
Addictions Medicine
Chronic Pain Management
Sports Medicine
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • Sunday, February 1, 2026
  • January 22, 2026
  • January 23, 2026
  • January 24, 2026
  • February 8, 2026
  • February 1, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • FMProC (Family Medicine Professional Choices) situational judgement test
  • Academic record
  • Reference letters
  • Personal letter
  • Interview performance
  • Demonstrated interest in Family Medicine
Compensation & Benefits

Ontario provincial salaries

Updated January 6, 2025

Salary Progression (2-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$73,367

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$79,670

PGY-2

Benefits & Perks

PGY Level: Salary

Compensation data is province-wide and may vary by institution. Please verify with individual programs. Data sourced from CARMS.

Curriculum & Rotations

PGY-1 Rotations

Family Medicine12 weeks
Family Medicine - Inpatient4 weeks
Family Medicine Rural8 weeks
Internal Medicine4 weeks
Emergency Medicine4 weeks
Obstetrics/Women's Health4 weeks
Mental Health4 weeks
Pediatrics4 weeks
Electives8 weeks

PGY-2 Rotations

Family Medicine12-16 weeks
Family Medicine - Inpatient4-8 weeks
Family Medicine Rural8 weeks
CARE Selective4 weeks
Internal Medicine4 weeks
Emergency Medicine4 weeks
Obstetrics/Women's Health4 weeks
Surgical Selective4 weeks
Electives8 weeks
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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.