Program Contacts

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Important Information

Welcome from Regina Site Director

Since the 1970s, the Regina Family Medicine Residency Program has provided flexible, hands-on generalist training in a tertiary center - a small city with a small-town feel. Program graduates have highlighted the program’s supportive nature, flexibility, and strong base in generalist family medicine training with the opportunity to pursue unique interests. Gynecology, obstetrics, musculoskeletal medicine, and health equity are especial strengths of the site. Program graduates practice in various environments, from urban generalist to rural/remote to emergency medicine to hospitalist practices. Even on “off-service” rotations, many preceptors are family medicine trained (including on hospitalist, emergency medicine, palliative care, and obstetrics rotations). Best of luck in the match process.  

Welcome from the Program Director

Welcome to the University of Saskatchewan Family Medicine Program! My name is Sheila Smith and I will be your Program Director. We have nine amazing sites including La Ronge, Moose Jaw, North East (Humboldt, Melfort and Nipawin), North West (North Battleford), Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon, South East (Moosomin, Weyburn and Yorkton) and Swift Current. Our program provides opportunities to practice inclusive and equitable care to our patients and our communities. We want to support you to do your best work. You will experience learning environments that are strengthened by our diverse and inclusive teams. Our program is constantly learning and innovating and we welcome you to be part of our journey.

Important Information for Applicants
The Family Medicine competitive stream is open to CMGs and IMGs. Applicants are responsible for reviewing the University of Saskatchewan Policies for the R1 Match to determine if they meet all requirements and eligibility criteria. Failure to meet or provide proof of any of the stated requirements or documents may result in an applicant’s file not being reviewed or ranked.

PGME Residents Applying for Transfer to Another Program/Specialty
Residents currently training in a Canadian residency training program can apply to programs in the second iteration of the CaRMS match as a possible route to change program or specialty, in accordance with University of Saskatchewan eligibility criteria and the National Transfer Guidelines. Residents applying for transfer must upload all in-training assessments/evaluations and a PGME Training Record in addition to the other required components of their CaRMS application. More information is available under Supporting Documentation-Additional Documents.

Shortlisted applicants will need to provide permission for the program to speak with their current Program Director as per the National Transfer Guidelines.

Casper Test
All applicants must complete the Casper test. Please refer to the Examinations section for more information.

Family Medicine Professional Choices Assessment (FMProC)
All applicants must complete the Family Medicine Professional Choices Assessment (FMProC). Please refer to the Examinations section for more information.

Licensing
Matched applicants must be eligible for an educational register license with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) for a July 1 start date and must maintain eligibility for an educational register license throughout their entire training program. Any delays in providing all required documentation to CPSS may result in the following:

• delay in issuance of an educational register license and a delay in start of postgraduate training beyond July 1
• release from CaRMS match contract

Applicants will be required to provide proof of proficiency in the English language to meet licensing requirements of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan. More information is available under Supporting Documentation and Language Proficiency.

NOTE: Applicants who are considering a delay to their convocation date must be aware that a medical degree cannot be issued to a student until they have convocated. CPSS bylaws require that new residents must have received their medical degree prior to the commencement of residency training. Choosing to delay convocation will affect a matched applicant’s ability to commence their residency training program in Saskatchewan on July 1. Please refer to the U of S CaRMS Deferral Policy for additional information.

Credentialing
In order to commence and continue in Postgraduate Medical Education training programs, matched applicants must be eligible for and maintain privileges within the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) as determined by their credentialing process. The Saskatchewan Health Authority requires successful applicants to submit immunization records and a current criminal record check as part of their pre-resident application for appointment. Applicants with criminal records will be considered on a case by case basis by the College of Medicine in consultation with the Health Authority. 

Any delays in providing all required documentation to the Saskatchewan Health Authority may result in a delay in the start of postgraduate training beyond July 1.

Resident Boot Camp
All matched applicants must attend a mandatory in-person  Resident Bootcamp scheduled for June 29 and 30 in Saskatoon. The purpose of the Bootcamp is to provide additional support to trainees as they transition to residency by introducing and consolidating baseline skills and knowledge needed to flourish during their residency years. The program includes interactive case-based and hands-on practice sessions. A social event is held to provide trainees with an opportunity to interact and network. Stipends are provided to trainees.

Attendance is required in-person and absences are only permitted in exceptional circumstances, with prior approval from the PGME office.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Matched applicants are required to provide proof of ACLS certification (current as of July 1, 2026) to the PGME office prior to starting their training program. The ACLS course must be endorsed by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada and/or the American Heart Association. ACLS training that is not certified by these two organizations and/or is completed entirely through an online course will not be accepted. Applicants are responsible for all costs associated with obtaining ACLS certification.

Personal Transportation
Applicants who match to the Family Medicine Residency Training Program are required to have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle in order to drive to mandatory rural and remote educational experiences. Residents are also expected to be able to travel within communities for educational experiences. Applicants should be aware that not all training sites have access to public transportation and residents are required to provide their own transportation. Residents receive mileage reimbursement as per PGME guidelines.

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Return of Service

CMGs: There is no Return of Service requirement for CMGs.

IMGs: IMGs who match to Family Medicine positions in the first or second iteration of the CaRMS match will be required to sign a Return of Service Agreement with the Province of Saskatchewan. The Return of Service Agreement must be signed before the matched applicant can commence their Family Medicine residency training program. Applicants who do not sign their Return of Service Agreement prior to July 1 will not be allowed to commence their residency training program. 

If a candidate does not fulfill their return of service commitment in a Saskatchewan community, they will be required to repay their funding (resident salary and associated training costs) plus accumulated interest.

Click here to view a copy of the Return of Service Agreement for Saskatchewan. For more information on the return of service commitment, please contact:

Return of Service
Practitioner Staff Affairs
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Email: returnofservice@saskhealthauthority.ca

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General Instructions

Program application language: English

   

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Supporting Documentation / Information

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Review Process

Applications submitted after file review has opened on March 17, 2026

Supporting documents (excluding letters of reference) that arrive after file review has opened  on  March 17, 2026

Letters of reference that arrive after the unmasking date on March 17, 2026

Selection Criteria

Program goals

The goal of the Department of Family Medicine and the Postgraduate Family Medicine Residency Program at the University of Saskatchewan is to produce caring and compassionate family physicians who are ready to provide comprehensive care to all patients in Saskatchewan, with a particular focus on rural, remote, and underserved communities.

Our mission is to create, teach and develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes specific to the discipline of Family Medicine.

• We will work to optimize health by demonstrating excellence and innovation in service, education and scholarly activity.
• We will provide university, hospital and community-based education consistent with the principles of Family Medicine.
• We will focus our efforts on working with communities in response to their health needs.

Selection process goals

Identify applicants who have shown an interest in and commitment to generalist Family Medicine.

Identify applicants who have shown an interest in and commitment to rural, remote and underserved populations. 

Identify applicants who have clinical and life experiences that will assist them in understanding the context of their patients, and adapt to the communities they will train in and serve, in the future. 

Identify applicants who are self-directed that seek out feedback and opportunities to learn.

Identify applicants who work well with other residents, patients, staff, and team members.

Identify applicants who are interested in providing care across the Family Medicine professional profile as described in the practice narratives found in the CFPC’s Residency Training Profile.

Identify applicants who can demonstrate attributes highlighted in the CFPC Skill Dimensions and CanMEDS-FM 2017/2025 roles. 

Identify applicants who are eligible for licensure in the province of Saskatchewan and have an interest in providing primary care to the patients of Saskatchewan.

File review process

Evaluation criteria :

Elective criteria

Interview process

Interview evaluation criteria :

Information gathered outside of CaRMS application

Specifically, we may consider:
Social interaction during program related events
Communication with program administration
Social media
Unsolicited reference letters
Unsolicited email references
Unsolicited verbal information on a candidate's prior performance
Unsolicited feedback from colleagues and co-workers
Other : All interactions with the program, program staff, preceptors, and residents may be considered in the application and interview process.

Ranking process

The behavior(s) exhibited below during the interview process may prevent an applicant from being ranked by our program :
Unprofessional or inappropriate behavior   
Did not attend interview   
Interview performance was not competitive   
Other : Our selection process seeks to assist local sites and individual applicants to find the best fit within our program. All interactions exhibited outside the interview process with our program, program staff, preceptors, and residents may also be considered. Final eligibility for ranking, as well as consideration for overall fit for each individual site, is determined by the selection committee which has representatives from all sites.

Selection process scoring encompasses 50% percent file review and 50% interview. Situational judgement test results are taken within the context of the overall application but are not weighted highly in the selection process.

Our program recognizes that individuals from diverse backgrounds benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the program and greater community. We welcome all interested candidates to apply.

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Program Highlights

Regina – Why Choose Our Program?

With a metropolitan population of nearly 250,000, Regina is Saskatchewan’s capital and second-largest city—large enough to offer the patient volume and resources of a tertiary centre, yet small enough to maintain a welcoming, small-town feel. You will gain the experience you need to grow as a resident without competing with other learners for clinical opportunities. Most rotations offer one-on-one teaching with supervising physicians and our staff are known for their collegiality, support, and genuine investment in your success.

Comprehensive, Hands-On Training

Family physicians in Regina enjoy broad, comprehensive practice with the flexibility to tailor their work to diverse interests—and our residents are encouraged to do the same. You will also have opportunities to work with medical student clerks and Royal College residents on certain rotations, enhancing both your learning and your teaching skills.

Our program’s “home base” is the Family Medicine Unit—a teaching clinic staffed by faculty who practice general Family Medicine and have focused expertise in areas such as women’s health, sports medicine, geriatrics, transgender medicine, and inner-city health. The clinic features:

• A dedicated procedure clinic
• A full-time Registered Nurse
• An in-house pharmacist
• Mental health services
• Exceptional administrative staff to support patient care and learning

During academic Family Medicine blocks (18 weeks in FMR1 and 24 weeks in FMR2), you will provide comprehensive care and follow an integrated curricula in health equity, women’s-maternal-child health, geriatrics, musculoskeletal medicine, chronic disease management, mental health, procedural skills, and men’s health.

Diverse Clinical Settings

You will also gain experience in both of Regina’s hospitals—Regina General Hospital and Pasqua Hospital—where you will complete your off-service rotations in obstetrics, palliative care, emergency medicine, pediatrics, medicine selectives, surgery selectives, and acute care selectives.

Life in Regina

Regina offers much more than medical training—it is a great place to live. Wascana Centre, a 2,300-acre urban park built around Wascana Lake, is perfect for outdoor activities such as canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boarding, all with stunning views of the Saskatchewan Legislative Building’s gardens. The city is home to hundreds of parks, extensive recreation facilities, arts and cultural venues, museums, performance spaces, sports teams, and excellent restaurants. There is always something happening year-round, and with a low cost of living and one of the sunniest climates of any Canadian capital, Regina is an easy place to call home.

Why Regina?

• Collegial, supportive residents, faculty, and staff committed to YOUR growth
• Flexibility and guidance to help you achieve your personal career goals
• Strong academic infrastructure to support learning
• Exposure to diverse areas of Family Medicine
• Opportunities to work alongside medical student clerks and Royal College residents
• A culture that values resident wellness
• Competitive PGY-1 and PGY-2 salaries
• A vibrant, growing city with affordable living

🎥 See more about our program and Regina in this video:
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Program Curriculum

This residency program is for 2 years.

Program length of training does not exceed the Royal College or College of Family Physicians of Canada standard.

Regina Curriculum Overview

R1 Rotations & Longitudinal Experiences

• Orientation / Foundations: 1 week

• Academic Family Medicine: 18 weeks

  • Includes Community Health, Chronic Disease Management, Geriatrics, Gynecology, Health Equity, Musculoskeletal, Procedures, Psychiatry, Transgender Health

• Electives: 4 weeks

• Emergency Medicine: 4 weeks

• Hospitalist: 4 weeks

• Medicine Selective: 4 weeks (two × 2-week rotations)

  • Choose from: Cardiology, Clinical Teaching Unit / General Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Geriatrics, Hematology, Infectious Disease, Medical Oncology, Nephrology, Neurology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Radiation Oncology, Respiratory Medicine, Rheumatology

• Obstetrics: 4 weeks

• Palliative Care: 4 weeks

• Pediatrics: 4 weeks

• Surgery Selective: 4 weeks (two × 2-week rotations)

  • Choose from: Cardiothoracic Surgery, ENT, General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Pediatric Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Ophthalmology Surgery, Orthopedics Surgery, Urology, Vascular Surgery

Note: During Consolidation Week and Seasonal Slowdown, rotation lengths increase by 1 week to ensure competency achievement.

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R2 Rotations & Longitudinal Experiences

• Academic Family Medicine: 24 weeks

• Acute Care Selective: 2 weeks

  • Options: Anesthesia, Medical Surveillance Unit, Neonatal ICU, Vascular Surgery, Trauma (ATLS required)

• Community Family Medicine: 4 weeks

• Dermatology: 2 weeks (option to opt out for 2 additional weeks of electives)

• Electives: 4 weeks (option: ICU – 4 weeks)

• Emergency Medicine: 4 weeks

• Rural Family Medicine: 8 weeks

Note: During Consolidation Week, Exam Week, and Seasonal Slowdown, rotation lengths increase by 1 week to ensure competency achievement.

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Additional Learning Experiences

• Behavioural skills training

• Evidence-based medicine training

• Academic half-day program

• Integrated clinical experiences:

  • Sim Lab

  • Refugee Health

  • Obstetrics

  • Home Visits

  • Geriatrics

  • Gynecology

  • Musculoskeletal

  • 4 Directions

  • Psychiatry

  • Procedures

  • Transgender Health

  • Working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities

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Elective Time

• 4 weeks in each year

• Rural electives available in addition to required rural block

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Unique Features of the Regina Site

• Location: Housed at the Regina Center Crossings near the city core, serving both disadvantaged communities and newcomers to Canada

  • 9,000 ft² clinical space

  • One procedure room

  • Resident room

  • Two conference rooms (can combine with kitchen for large gatherings of 60–70)

  • Over 9,000 active patients

• Clinical Care Team: Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacist, Community Psychiatrist (visiting), Registered Nurse Coordinator, Behavioural Medicine Coordinator

• Obstetrics: Inpatient obstetrics at Regina General Hospital, with ~⅓ of Family Medicine Unit faculty in intrapartum call group

• Faculty Interests & Expertise: Immigrant health, transgender health, gynecology, quality improvement, musculoskeletal/sports medicine, palliative care, geriatrics, emergency medicine, ethics, inner-city health, Indigenous health, chronic pain, substance use disorder, intrapartum obstetrics

• Procedural Skills Training: IUD & Nexplanon insertions, endometrial biopsy, skin lesion biopsy, joint injections, suturing practice

• Simulation Access: Sim Lab at Regina General Hospital for procedural practice

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Rural Training Opportunities

• Required: 8 weeks rural family medicine in one of the following communities: Estevan, Fort Qu’Appelle, Gull Lake, Humboldt, Île-à-la-Crosse, La Ronge, Meadow Lake, Melfort, Moosomin, Nipawin, Rosthern, Shellbrook, Weyburn, Yorkton

• Optional: Additional rural rotations can be taken during elective time

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Learner Numbers & Environment

• Family Medicine Residents on Site: 32

• Royal College Residents: ~73 in Regina/hospital rotations; only occasional presence at Academic Family Medicine Unit

• Undergraduate Medical Learners:

  • Year 4 electives in Unit when capacity allows (~2/month)

  • Year 3 split core family medicine between Unit and community practices

  • ~40 medical students per year based in Regina

  • Residents frequently work with medical students on hospital rotations

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Training Sites

Site name:
Regina Family Medicine Residency Program

Training sites:
Regina

Size of community and catchment area:
Regina and surrounding area – 249,217 residents (2021 census)
Regina population - 226, 404 (2021 census)

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Additional Information

• Why Choose Regina?

  Regina offers the best of both worlds—big-city training in a welcoming, small-town environment. With one-on-one teaching, supportive faculty, and no competition for clinical opportunities, you’ll gain hands-on experience across diverse areas of Family Medicine while tailoring your training to your interests. You’ll work in a tertiary centre, community clinics, and alongside medical student clerks and Royal College residents. All in a vibrant, affordable city with abundant recreation, culture, and one of the sunniest climates in Canada.

  Program Highlights

  1. Home of a Legendary Team – Regina boasts the most successful CFL franchise and is the oldest North American professional sports team west of St. Louis—also the 4th oldest football team in the world.
  2. Commitment to Health Equity – Serve Regina’s inner-city population with a unique health equity curriculum, including work with Indigenous communities, newcomers to Canada, and individuals with substance use disorders.
  3. Women’s Health & Obstetrics – Hands-on training in women’s health, including intrapartum obstetrics.
  4. Integrated Geriatric Program – Comprehensive exposure to the care of older adults.
  5. Transgender Health Expertise – On-site transgender consultation service providing medical management for transition-related care.
  6. Collaborative Mental Health Care – Shared Care psychiatric model with weekly visiting psychiatrist.
  7. Continuity of Care – Academic Family Medicine blocks include continuity patients assigned to you for ongoing follow-up.
  8. Sports & Exercise Medicine Pathway – Sport & Exercise Medicine R3 program, with strong MSK assessment and treatment training in R1 and R2.
  9. Personalized Learning – Low faculty-to-resident ratio ensures individualized teaching and mentorship.

  📱 Connect with us on social media:

  • Facebook: @usaskfamilymed
  • Instagram: @usaskfamilymed

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FAQ

What types of training sites are offered through the University of Saskatchewan?

The University of Saskatchewan’s Department of Family Medicine is distributed into 9 unique sites throughout the province. These postgraduate training sites are designated as Urban, Regional, Rural, and/or Northern.

• Urban: a community with at least one provincial hospital (Regina and Saskatoon)
• Regional: a community with health services that include a regional hospital
• Rural: a community with health services that include a community or district hospital or other facility (integrated health facility, collaborative emergency center)
• Northern: a community situated in the Northern Saskatchewan Administrative District

Prospective residents are encouraged to attend virtual information sessions to learn more about the various programs offered at each unique site:

• La Ronge - Rural/Northern
• Moose Jaw – Regional
• North East (Humboldt, Melfort, Nipawin) - Rural
• North West (North Battleford) – Regional/Rural
• Prince Albert - Regional/Rural
• Regina – Urban
• Saskatoon - Urban
• South East (Moosomin, Weyburn, Yorkton) – Regional/Rural
• Swift Current – Regional

What application streams are available through the University of Saskatchewan?

All sites have two streams (CMG and competitive) except La Ronge and South East (competitive only). CMGs are encouraged to apply to both streams. IMGs (including US trained osteopathic graduates) may only apply to the competitive stream of each site. US trained allopathic graduates should refer to the University of Saskatchewan R-1 Provincial Criteria to determine if the if they are eligible to apply as a CMG or IMG. 

What is the ratio of CMGs to IMGs matched to the University of Saskatchewan Family Medicine Program?

Over the past 3 years, the ratio of CMGs to IMGs matched to the University of Saskatchewan’s Family Medicine Program has been nearly equal. IMGs have consistently made up close to 50% of the matched residents in the program. This balanced representation ensures a diverse and inclusive training environment where IMGs can find peer support and camaraderie throughout their residency experience.