International Medical Graduates (IMGs) migrating to Canada must navigate a structured verification and evaluation process via the Medical Council of Canada (MCC). This pathway involves primary source document verification via physicianapply.ca, clearing the MCCQE Part 1, passing the NAC OSCE clinical assessment, and securing residency or practice-ready assessment entry.
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12–36 Months
$4,000 – $7,500 CAD
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Follow these steps to achieve your global medical career
Establish an active profile on the MCC physicianapply.ca platform and upload your medical diploma and internship certificates for mandatory primary source verification.
Sit for the computerized multiple-choice and clinical decision-making examination evaluating foundational medical knowledge, management strategies, and population health.
Pass the objective structured clinical examination consisting of a series of simulated station scenarios assessing communication, diagnostic formulation, and patient safety.
Pass the IELTS Academic test with a minimum score of 7.0 in each individual band component or alternative accepted regional language testing systems.
Register with the Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS) for competitive residency positions or apply directly for Practice-Ready Assessment (PRA) pathways.
Submit your completed MCC portfolios and structural training records to the target provincial medical college (e.g., CPSO, CPSBC) to obtain your practice card.
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