Must be currently registered and in good standing with their residency or clinical fellowship program.
Must be eligible for and maintain a Postgraduate Education Certificate from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO).
Those training outside of Ontario must be eligible for and obtain this certificate
Those training within Ontario must maintain their existing certificate
Pre-approval must be obtained from the following, prior to submitting an elective application:
Your home institution program director
The elective supervisor/preceptor
The University of Toronto program director
Duration
If your elective exceeds 4 months (15 weeks) in duration, additional documentation may be required. Please contact uoftpgelectives.pgme@utoronto.ca for guidance before submitting your application.
Key Details
Application Timeline: Applications must be submitted at least 3 months (90 days) before the start date of your elective.
Submission Process: All applications must be submitted through the PGME Electives Online System. This system is used exclusively to approve pre-arranged electives and does not function as a request or holding system.
Requirements: Visit the PGME Electives Online System to view the complete list of required documents for your application.
Elective Administration Processing Fee: $100 CAD (non-refundable)*
*Approved by the U of T Governing Council – Business Board
If you are applying under an IIAA, the elective administration processing fee is NOT required.
All other applicants must pay the non-refundable $100 administrative processing fee.
Please select the appropriate Elective Administration Processing Fee link below based on your application type:
First-time Applicants: If this is your first time applying for an elective, please select First-time Applicant fee.
First-time Returnees: If you have completed one elective before and are now applying for a second elective, please select First-time Returnee fee.
Second-time Returnees: If this is your third elective (i.e., returning for a second time), please add the "Returning-Second Time" as an add-on during the checkout process.
NOTE: Ensure you keep a copy of your payment receipt and upload it as part of your application.
Approval: Approval will be communicated via email, along with instructions for completing registration requirements with the Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) Office.
Evaluations: If required, please bring the evaluation form from your home institution.
Certificate: NOT issued for elective training completion.
Must be currently registered and in good standing with their residency or clinical fellowship training program.
Must meet eligibility for licensure for a Postgraduate Education Certificate from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO).
Pre-approval must be obtained from the following, prior to submitting an elective application:
Your home institution program director
The elective preceptor or supervisor/preceptor
The University of Toronto program director
Duration
If your elective exceeds 4 months (15 weeks) in duration, additional documentation may be required. Please contact uoftpgelectives.pgme@utoronto.ca for guidance before submitting your application.
Key Details
Application Timeline: Applications must be submitted at least 3-6 months (90-180 days) before the start date of your elective.
If a Program Learning Agreement (PLA) is required (typically for U.S. schools), please reach out at least 6 months in advance to allow time for University of Toronto legal team review.
Submission Process: All applications must be submitted through the PGME Electives Online System. This system is used exclusively to approve pre-arranged electives and does not function as a request or holding system.
Requirements: Visit the PGME Electives Online System to view the complete list of required documents for your application.
Elective Administration Processing Fee: $100 CAD (non-refundable)* *Approved by the U of T Governing Council – Business Board
If you are applying under an IIAA, the elective administration processing fee is NOT required.
All other applicants must pay the non-refundable $100 administrative processing fee.
Please select the appropriate Elective Administration Processing Fee link below based on your application type:
First-time Applicants: If this is your first time applying for an elective, please select First-time Applicant fee.
First-time Returnees: If you have completed one elective before and are now applying for a second elective, please select First-time Returnee fee.
Second-time Returnees: If this is your third elective (i.e., returning for a second time) please add the "Returning-Second Time" as an add-on during the checkout process.
NOTE: Ensure you keep a copy of your payment receipt and upload it as part of your application.
Approval: Approval will be communicated by email, along with instructions for completing registration with the Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) Office. If a Pre-Entry Assessment Program (PEAP) is required, this will be indicated with your approval.
Evaluations: If required, please bring the evaluation form from your home institution.
Certificate: NOT issued for elective training completion.
