An AIMG Program application requires
It is advisable to start the application process early to avoid difficulties in completing an application, e.g., to ensure enough time is available to book an English Language Proficiency (ELP) test to receive official results in advance of the submission deadline.
NOTE: Online application and document submission deadlines are strictly observed. Refer to Important Dates and Deadlines for the relevant assessment cycle.
Print, carefully review, and complete all required forms for application submission, utilizing the current Cycle Application Checklist as a guide for preparing your supporting documents.
NOTE: Incomplete forms, forms from previous cycles, or incorrectly completed forms, will cause an application to be deemed incomplete and the applicant INELIGIBLE to proceed in the current cycle.
Click on "Login" (red button, upper right of screen) to go to the online application portal. The first time an applicant visits the portal, they select ‘Register’ and submit their name, email, and create a password. They will be assigned an AIMG ID number. Once an applicant’s registration is confirmed, they can sign in and add or update information in their user profile page. Complete the "Your Profile" page first and then, click on "Your Supporting Documents" and upload all documents required. Mandatory fields will be denoted by a red asterisk (*). NOTE: Completing "Your Profile" and uploading all "Supporting Documents" is the same as submitting an application. ***New this cycle, there is no 'Submit' or 'Apply' button *** All documents will be auto-submitted at the close of the online application cycle.
NOTE: Applications containing documents not properly completed, not uploaded, improperly executed (i.e., must be in PDF or JPEG format, not in any editable format), missing attachments, and/or not shared on physiciansapply.ca, will be deemed INCOMPLETE. Applicants are not provided opportunities to correct.
Obtain a bank draft or money order in Canadian funds PAYABLE TO the University of Calgary in the amount of CAD$350. All applicants to the AIMG Program are required to pay the NON-REFUNDABLE application fee of CAD$350. This fee covers processing of your application and supporting documents. Payment must be received by the Supporting Documents upload deadline.
NOTE: Applicants must remit the required application fee to be ELIGIBLE to proceed in the current cycle. NO exceptions will be permitted.
Applicants must ensure their profile and all required documents on their physiciansapply.ca account have been granted sharing with the AIMG Program.
NOTE: If physiciansapply.ca sharing is not granted to the AIMG Program, the application will be deemed INCOMPLETE and the applicant INELIGIBLE for further assessment.
All online applications and corresponding supporting documents will be reviewed by the AIMG Program File Review Committee (FRC) for completeness and demonstration of the eligibility requirements. Failure to meet the requirements outlined will result in the application being rejected in its entirety. NOTE: The AIMG Program FRC determines eligibility to continue in the assessment process. Refer to Program Cycle and Important Dates and Deadlines. Decisions of the FRC are final. No appeals will be considered.
When CaRMS Online opens, applicants must register for CaRMS and follow the instructions provided. Only eligible candidates can proceed to apply for available IMG-designated residency positions in Alberta through CaRMS for the R-1 Main Residency Match. Detailed instructions are provided on the CaRMS website. For assistance with your CaRMS application, contact the CaRMS Help Desk.
Program descriptions for R-1 Main Residency Match positions available for this cycle can also be found on the CaRMS website.