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Toronto - Public Health and Preventive Medicine including Family Medicine

University of TorontoToronto, Ontario
Public Health and Preventive Medicine including Family Medicine
CMG Stream
3 Positions
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The University of Toronto's Public Health and Preventive Medicine (PHPM) residency is the largest program of its kind in Canada, offering comprehensive training to prepare specialists who can assess and manage population health issues. The 5-year program combines family medicine training, academic coursework, and extensive public health field rotations to develop versatile public health professionals.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29213
Quota
3 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 9, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education with progressive independence, focusing on evidence-informed, community-responsive, and ethical decision-making in public health.

Training Setting

Training occurs across urban, suburban, and rural public health units in Ontario, including Toronto Public Health, Peel Public Health, and provincial sites like Public Health Ontario.

Focus Areas
Population Health
Preventive Medicine
Public Health Systems
Health Policy
Community Health
Health Equity
Special Features
  • Opportunity to earn CCFP, MPH, and FRCPC qualifications
  • Tailored training pathway with Program Directors
  • Diverse field rotation placements
  • Academic half-day sessions
  • Research and scholarly activities requirement
  • Elective opportunities in various settings
Program Strengths
  • Largest PHPM residency program in Canada
  • Comprehensive training across multiple public health domains
  • Strong academic and field training integration
  • Flexible career pathway opportunities
  • Emphasis on health equity
Patient Populations
Urban populations
Suburban populations
Rural communities
Diverse demographic groups
Underserved populations
Research Opportunities

Residents are expected to complete an academic project during PGY3-5 and can engage in additional research electives with faculty.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Toronto Public Health
  • Peel Public Health
  • Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit
  • Durham Region Health Department
  • Public Health Ontario
Training Setting Type
Public Health Units
Provincial Health Agencies
Academic Medical Centers
Community Health Organizations
Enhanced Skills Training
Family Medicine Certification
Master of Public Health
Research Competencies
Leadership Training
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • Friday, January 23, 2026
  • January 23, 2026
  • January 23, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV review
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
  • Interview performance
  • Elective experiences
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

Family Medicine Training • 26 blocksDepartment of Family and Community Medicine

PGY-2 Rotations

Family Medicine Training • Remaining blocksDepartment of Family and Community Medicine

PGY-3 Rotations

Master of Public Health • 12 monthsDalla Lana School of Public Health
Public Health Field Rotations • VariesVarious Public Health Units

PGY-4 Rotations

Public Health Systems and Practice • 3 blocksVarious Sites
Communicable Disease Control • 3 blocksVarious Sites
Environmental Health • Blocks not specifiedVarious Sites

PGY-5 Rotations

Health Policy, Systems, Evaluation and Planning • 3 blocksVarious Sites
Chronic Disease, Health Promotion and Injury Prevention • 3 blocksVarious Sites
Leadership, Management and Consolidation • 6 blocksVarious Sites
Electives • 6 blocksFlexible
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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.