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Toronto - Psychiatry

University of TorontoToronto, Ontario
Psychiatry
IMG Stream
4 Positions
Official Page

The University of Toronto Psychiatry Residency Program offers a comprehensive 5-year training experience focused on education, research, and clinical excellence. The program leverages the department's unique breadth and depth to shape future psychiatrists through innovative curriculum, strong mentorship, and diverse clinical experiences.

Quick Facts
Program ID
30259
Quota
4 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 lifelong learning, continuous performance improvement, and professional identity development through workplace-based learning, coaching, and personalized learning plans.

Training Setting

Multiple hospitals in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), part of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN). Training sites are accessible by public transportation and offer diverse clinical experiences.

Focus Areas
General Psychiatry
Psychotherapy Training
Mental Health Research
Clinical Excellence
Professional Development
Special Features
  • Competence by Design (CBD) Curriculum
  • Clinician Scientist Program
  • Clinician Scholar Program
  • Indigenous Stream
  • Clinician-Researcher Track
  • Wellness and Community Support
  • Subspecialty Training Opportunities
Program Strengths
  • Exceptionally broad training experience
  • Strong research and scholarly opportunities
  • Commitment to learner wellness
  • Responsive leadership
  • Comprehensive exam preparation
  • Transition to Practice curriculum
Patient Populations
Diverse urban patient populations
Mental health patients
Underserved communities
Indigenous populations
Research Opportunities

Extensive research opportunities through Clinician Scientist and Clinician Scholar Programs, with protected research time, mentorship, and funding support.

Teaching Hospitals
  • CAMH - College Street Site
  • Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) hospitals
Training Setting Type
Academic medical centers
Urban hospital settings
Community hospitals
Enhanced Skills Training
Psychotherapy Training
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Geriatric Psychiatry
Forensic Psychiatry
Addiction Medicine
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • February 5, 2026
  • February 6, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • MCCQE Part I
  • NAC examination
  • Medical school transcript
  • 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

Psychiatry5 blocks
General Internal Medicine2 blocks
Cognitive Neurology1 block
Emergency Medicine1 block
Palliative Care1 block
Neurology1 block
Family Medicine or Pediatrics1 block
Outpatient PsychiatryHalf-day
Academic Half-DayHalf-day per week
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Program Location
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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.