NORTH NOVA

The Northumberland Straight has more warm-water ocean beaches than anywhere else in Atlantic Canada. But when residents aren’t getting sand between their toes, they enjoy the local wine industry, fresh lobster, and Celtic culture that defines life in this beautiful region. From Amherst to Antigonish and everywhere in between, this place is as affordable as it is charming, and as connected to the sea as the people are connected to each other. A true community feeling in which to work and play.

  • A variety of diverse housing opportunities 

  • Low cost of living 

  • Triple-C competency-based curriculum, longitudinal integrated curriculum

  • A rich Scottish heritage defines life in this area 

  • Ideal for residents interested in rural and small community life 

  • Bike trails, water sports, beaches, and parks 

175,000

POPULATION

North Nova facilities

Residents are based in vibrant communities from Antigonish through to New Glasgow and Truro, on to Amherst and Cumberland. The academic teaching centre is based in Truro, using technology, when necessary, for connections. 

  • The third site in the Dalhousie program to offer integrated competency-based program centred on family medicine

  • Continuity of experience is maintained, as residents work primarily in the same family medicine environment

  • Based on a preceptor model

  • Strong SIMS program throughout North Nova

Perfect for residents looking for small community and rural life.

A great work / life balance

Salary range of $69,867 - $75,527 per annum

Salary and benefits

During your residency in North Nova, as with all our residency sites, your salary will be very competitive.

$69,867 – $75,527

PGY1 - PGY2 SALARY AMOUNTS

The curriculum

In the North Nova site, resident training is focused on the College of Family Physicians of Canada Triple-C competency-based curriculum, delivered in a longitudinal integrated format with family medicine being the largest component.

  • Core family medicine

  • Emergency Medicine

  • Internal medicine

  • Orthopedics

  • Geriatrics

Clinical experiences

PGY1 and PGY2 EXPERIENCES

  • General surgery

  • Pediatrics

  • Hospitalist

  • Psychiatry

  • Electives

  • Palliative medicine

  • Obstetrics and gynecology

  • Intensive care

  • Selectives

To cross reference and compare the sites in our program, find more information by clicking below.

Meet Dr. Kelsey Holt

Graduate

Completing residency in the North Nova program made the transition to independent practice a breeze. Thanks to the supportive community of specialists, allied health providers, and other family doctors I worked with as a resident, I felt excited to continue in the community as a colleague.

I appreciated the flexibility I had during my training in a longitudinal curriculum - this allowed me to tailor my schedule to focus on areas I wanted more exposure to, and helped solidify my plan for practice. Our program is spread over a large area, yet we had a close connection as a resident group and continue to stay in touch with each other even after graduating.

Each of the growing communities that make up North Nova have great features, from the cat sanctuary in New Glasgow to the full-service  community centre in Truro (which is right by the hospital), there is something for everyone.

Sound like a good fit?

If you want to learn more about a residency in the community across North Nova, get in touch. Our North Nova staff would be happy to answer all of your questions.

Site Director
Dr. Bradley MacDougall
bradleymacdougall@gmail.com
(902) 396-4142

Associate Resident Leader
Dr. Brett Ells
br978501@dal.ca

Dr. Haruka Kashiwai (Assistant)
hr957173@dal.ca

Site Administrator
Glenda Gilliland
Glenda.Gilliland@nshealth.ca