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Vancouver - Pediatrics

University of British ColumbiaVancouver, British Columbia
Pediatrics
CMG Stream
11 Positions
Official Page

The UBC Pediatric Residency Program provides comprehensive training across multiple sites in British Columbia, preparing residents to become highly competent pediatric specialists. The program offers a broad educational base in inpatient, ambulatory, and community pediatrics, with training experiences across tertiary and community settings.

Quick Facts
Program ID
30057
Quota
11 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
November 5, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competence By Design (CBD) curriculum with progressive responsibility, emphasizing clinical skills, research, advocacy, and comprehensive pediatric care across diverse settings.

Training Setting

Training occurs across multiple urban and community hospitals in British Columbia, including BC Children's Hospital in Vancouver, community hospitals in Surrey, Victoria, Prince George, and other regional centers.

Focus Areas
General Pediatrics
Community Pediatrics
Social Pediatrics
Global Child Health
Research
Child Development
Special Features
  • Community Impact Stream
  • Research Track
  • Distributed Training Sites
  • Global Health Opportunities
  • Simulation Program
  • Mandatory Research Project
  • Mentorship Programs
  • Academic Half Day
  • Resident Retreats
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive training across multiple sites
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Commitment to social justice
  • Diverse clinical experiences
  • Global health opportunities
  • Supportive mentorship program
Patient Populations
Pediatric inpatients
Neonatal patients
Community pediatric patients
Children with medical complexity
Underserved populations
First Nations communities
Research Opportunities

Residents are expected to complete a research project, with approximately 4 weeks of dedicated research time and a 24-hour research curriculum in the first year.

Teaching Hospitals
  • British Columbia Children's Hospital
  • British Columbia Women's Hospital
  • Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children
  • Surrey Memorial Hospital
  • Victoria General Hospital
  • Royal Inland Hospital
  • University Hospital of Northern BC
  • Lions Gate Hospital
  • Royal Columbian Hospital
  • Abbotsford Regional Hospital
  • Kelowna General Hospital
  • Nanaimo Regional Hospital
Training Setting Type
Tertiary care center
Academic medical center
Community hospitals
Ambulatory clinics
Enhanced Skills Training
Community Impact Stream
Research Track
Global Health Opportunities
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 22, 2026
  • January 23, 2026
  • January 26, 2026
  • January 27, 2026
  • January 29, 2026
  • January 13, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CaRMS score
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Personal letter
  • Reference documents
  • CV/Resume
  • Casper assessment
Compensation & Benefits

British Columbia provincial salaries

Updated July 25, 2023

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$65,332

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$91,711

PGY-5

Benefits & Perks

Annual vacation: 4 weeks
CMPA dues paid: Yes. Mandatory
Dental plan: 100% Premiums Paid
Educational leave: Yes
Extended health insurance: 100% Premiums Paid
Frequency of calls: 1 in 4 onsite/1 in 3 offsite
Life insurance: 100% Premium Paid
Long-term disability insurance: Yes 100% Premiums Paid
Maternity leave: 17 weeks, plus up to 78 weeks Parental Leave
Meal allowance: No
Provincial dues (% of salary): 1.5%
Provincial health insurance: 100% Premiums Paid

... and 2 more benefits

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

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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.