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Toronto - Pediatrics

University of TorontoToronto, Ontario
Pediatrics
IMG Stream
5 Positions
Official Page

The University of Toronto's Core Paediatric Residency Program offers comprehensive training in pediatrics across diverse clinical settings. Located primarily at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), the program provides exceptional patient care experiences and emphasizes academic excellence, research, advocacy, and leadership development.

Quick Facts
Program ID
30011
Quota
5 positions
Stream
IMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
October 8, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
201 - 400
Avg. Interview Rate
0 - 25 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education emphasizing progressive independence, scholarly activities, leadership development, and holistic patient care across the seven CanMEDS roles.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical center with multiple training sites across Toronto, including tertiary and community hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and mental health facilities.

Focus Areas
General Pediatrics
Pediatric Subspecialties
Child Health Policy
Patient Safety
Medical Education
Global Child Health
Social Pediatrics
Child Advocacy
Special Features
  • Competence By Design (CBD) Curriculum
  • Research Mentorship Program
  • Concentrated Research Block (up to 3 months)
  • Resident Scholarship Oversight Committee
  • Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee
  • Career Counselling Program
  • Wellness Committee
  • International Elective Opportunities
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive pediatric training across multiple sites
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Diverse clinical experiences
  • Emphasis on advocacy and social responsibility
  • Robust scholarly activity support
  • Inclusive and supportive learning environment
Patient Populations
Pediatric patients from newborns to adolescents
Complex medical conditions
Community and tertiary care patients
Mental health patients
Developmental and rehabilitation patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are expected to complete at least one scholarly project, with dedicated research time, mentorship, and support for various research involvement levels.

Teaching Hospitals
  • The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
  • Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation
  • Michael Garron Hospital
  • Mount Sinai Hospital
  • North York General Hospital
  • Orillia Soldier's Memorial Hospital
  • Royal Victoria Regional Health
  • Owen Sound Regional Hospital
  • Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
  • St. Joseph's Hospital
  • St. Michael's Hospital
  • Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Rehabilitation center
Mental health facility
Rural community hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
Child Health Policy
Patient Safety
Medical Education
Global Health
Advocacy
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 21, 2026
  • January 22, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • MCCQE Part I
  • NAC OSCE
  • Medical School Transcript
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Personal Letter
  • Reference Letters
  • Interview Performance
Compensation & Benefits

Ontario provincial salaries

Updated January 6, 2025

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$73,367

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$98,567

PGY-5

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

Adolescent MedicineBlocks not specified
Care of the NewbornBlocks not specified
Community PaediatricsBlocks not specified
Paediatric EmergencyBlocks not specified
Paediatric Infectious DiseaseBlocks not specified
Immunology and Allergy/DermatologyBlocks not specified
Paediatric In-PatientBlocks not specified
Paediatric General SurgeryBlocks not specified
Paediatric UrologyBlocks not specified
ResearchBlocks not specified

PGY-2 Rotations

Paediatric CardiologyBlocks not specified
Developmental PaediatricsBlocks not specified
EndocrinologyBlocks not specified
Gastroenterology/Clinical NutritionBlocks not specified
OncologyBlocks not specified
NephrologyBlocks not specified
NeurologyBlocks not specified
RespirologyBlocks not specified
RheumatologyBlocks not specified
Neonatal Intensive CareBlocks not specified
Elective4 weeks
Selective/Research2 two-week blocks

PGY-3 Rotations

Clinical Teaching UnitBlocks not specified
Emergency Room MedicineBlocks not specified
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (Level III)Blocks not specified
Neonatal Medicine (Level II)Blocks not specified
Genetics-MetabolicsBlocks not specified
Suspected Child Abuse and NeglectBlocks not specified
Mental HealthBlocks not specified
Ambulatory ExperienceBlocks not specified
Paediatric Intensive Care UnitBlocks not specified
Elective4 weeks
Selective/Research2 two-week blocks

PGY-4 Rotations

Community PaediatricsBlocks not specified
Transition to Practice RotationsApproximately 9 blocks
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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.