Interested in Medical School in Saskatchewan?
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Medicine is the province’s medical school. It provides undergraduate medical education, research opportunities and clinical training in communities across Saskatchewan.
Currently in Medical School in Saskatchewan?
Medical students studying in Saskatchewan can participate in a variety of programs that provide clinical experience, mentorship and research opportunities
Dean’s Summer Research Projects
The Dean’s Summer Research Projects program provides medical students experience in scientific research while developing skills that support their future careers in medicine.
Physician Rural Externship Program (PREP)
The Physician Rural Externship Program provides students the opportunity to experience medicine in rural and remote communities in Saskatchewan while gaining hands-on family medicine learning experience.
Saskatchewan Longitudinal Integrated Clerkship (SLIC)
The Saskatchewan Longitudinal Integrated Clerkship allows students to apply the basic knowledge and skills acquired during the first two years of medical school in a clinical setting.
USask College of Medicine Shadowing Opportunities
Shadowing allows Year 1 and Year 2 students to explore a variety of disciplines and gain exposure to different career paths in medicine.
Planning for Residency in Saskatchewan?
Medical students preparing for residency can access several resources to explore specialties, training programs and physician workforce trends.
Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS)
Visit the Canadian Resident Matching Service to explore USask residency program descriptions by discipline.
Residency and Physician Workforce Trends Handbook (PDF)
The Residency and Physician Workforce Trends handbook provides information on more than 30 medical specialties, including:
- residency seats in Saskatchewan
- workforce demographics by specialty
- physician job outlooks in Saskatchewan and Canada
(Updated 2023)
USask College of Medicine Mentorship Programs
The College of Medicine’s mentorship program establishes a culture of mentoring by empowering students to form strong mentoring relationships with students, residents, physicians and community members.
USask College of Medicine Office of Career Advising and Mentorship (OCA&M)
The College of Medicine’s Office of Career Advising and Mentorship assists medical students in exploring career options, choosing a specialty and preparing for residency programs.
Advising is available in person and online.
Professional Organizations for Medical Students and Resident Physicians
Several national and provincial organizations provide resources, benefits and leadership opportunities for medical students and resident physicians.
Canadian Medical Association (CMA)
The Canadian Medical Association provides programs that help resident doctors develop leadership and advocacy skills.
Canadian Society of Physician Leaders (CSPL)
The Canadian Society of Physician Leaders supports physicians interested in leadership and management roles in healthcare.
Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA)
The Saskatchewan Medical Association offers benefits for medical students, including: