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Overview of Medical Licensure in Canada
Lic-overview.jpg (28939 bytes)In Canada, each provincial and territorial government is responsible for licensing physicians to practice medicine within its boundaries. Licensure to practice medicine in Canada requires the completion of an accredited postgraduate training program, as well as the completion of national qualifying exams. Each individual province and territory may have different requirements. Information in this regard is outlined in the following links.

Medical Training/Licensure System In Canada

Your Personal Circumstances

Exams

Preparation for the Exams/Assessment

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