What qualifications do I need?

M.D. Degree Certificate or Evidence of degree standing or other registrable qualification - Residency training in Canada - Certificate in Family Medicine or Specialist Certificates

What exams need to be written?

Evaluation Exam - Qualifying Exam Part I - Qualifying Exam Part II.

What are the residency/immigration requirements?

You must be able to submit evidence of legal entitlement to live and work in Canada. Landed Immigrants, Convention Refugees and Canadian citizens may apply.

What are the language requirements?

There is no language requirement.

How much does it all cost?

Evaluation Exam $1000
Qualifying Exam Part 1 $ 650
Qualifying Exam Part 2 $1000
Application Fee $ 250
Registration fee $200 (may change without notice)
Fees for residency

What else do I need?

A certificate of good standing from the area in which you have practiced within the past year - A letter to the College confirming a position, the location and dates of work in Price Edward Island - Application form - CV of professional appointments - recent photo - birth certificate or other evidence of date of birth

What are the steps I need to take?

Write the exams - Complete Canadian residency - Obtain certificate in Family Medicine or a Specialty - Find a position as a physician in Prince Edward Island and have them write you a letter of confirmation (it must be a hospital appointment.) - Forward the letter and your credentials for a review by the College (they will inform you if you qualify for licensure) - Obtain the application package from Prince Edward Island - Gather your documents and certificates - Submit your application, documents and registration fee
 

For more information, contact:

Dr Elizabeth Ross, Registrar
College of Physicians and Surgeons of Prince Edward Island
The Polyclinic Professional Centre
199 Grafton Street
Charlottetown PEI C1A 1L2
Tel: (902) 566-3861
Fax: (902) 566-3861