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Application Process
Graduates of Canadian Medical Schools must apply through the Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS). Applicants are requested to submit:
- Three letters of reference (preferably with one from the pediatric medical school clerkship director)
- A personal statement
- Curriculum vitae
Graduates of American Medical Schools (US citizens) may apply through CaRMS or may apply directly to the program. In addition to CaRMS entry positions, qualified US applicants may be eligible for non-CaRMs positions. Interested US applicants are encouraged to contact the Program Director for more information.
International Medical Graduates from medical schools listed in the FAIMER Directory (Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research) should apply directly to the McGill University through the Faculty of Medicine's Postgraduate Medical Education Office.
To determine the application route for you please see the Residency Application Tool available on the Postgraduate Medical Education's website.
Interview Process
The Residency Training Selection Committee reviews applications and interview offers are made from mid-December through mid-January.
The interview process takes place at the Montreal Children's Hospital. Chief residents meet with all candidates on the day of the interview and present an overview of the program. There is ample time for candidates to have all of their questions answered. Each applicant is interviewed by 3 staff members and then is given a tour of the hospital by one of the current resident house staff. The interview process takes approximately 3 hours.