Becoming a medical resident in British Columbia means satisfying requirements from the Medical Council of Canada, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia, the Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS) and the home institution (University of British Columbia or Simon Fraser University).
Graduates of a medical school outside of Canada, graduates of a U.S. osteopathic medical school, and graduates of a U.S. allopathic medical school with a graduation date of July 1, 2025 or after are considered International Medical Graduates, and can apply to become medical residents in B.C. through CaRMS. When applying to CaRMS, you will be asked to demonstrate your citizenship status.
Citizenship Status
- Canadian Citizen
- Permanent Resident
Applicants to residency positions in British Columbia must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Visit the CaRMS website for information on how to demonstrate your citizenship or permanent resident status.