Page updated: June 2, 2011

Welcome

Medical Oncology is an exciting career choice. In the past decade this subspecialty has rapidly expanded in scope, reflecting major advancements in clinical and basic science research. This translates into an increasing demand for medical oncologists across Canada and opens the door for diverse professional opportunites in the academic realms of clinical and translational research, medical education, administration and public health policy.

In addition to training residents as clinicians, our program provides them with a solid grounding in the principles of the basic and clinical science of oncology and the ability to tailor the program to their career aspirations.

Vancouver

Vancouver is located on the west coast of Canada and has a population of about 700,000, but the Greater Vancouver Regional District is home to about 2 million people. Vancouver is the largest city in the province of British Columbia and the third largest city in Canada. The climate is one of the mildest in Canada. Temperatures average 3°C in January and 18°C in July. For more information see www.tourismvancouver.com/visitors.