Advice on CaRMS Preparation

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CaRMS Resources List

1. CaRMS Timeline Guide - 2026 ver.
   An all-encompassing view of what your 4^th year looks like from your CaRMS application towards Match Day
   
   
2. CaRMS Tips From Program Directors
   Some advice from Dal Resident Program directors
   
   
3. CaRMS CV Template
   Downloadable word doc to build your resume
                                                                                
4. College of Medicine CV Guide
   Some advice on how to include your experience on paper from USask College of Medicine
                                                                
5.  CV Formatting Demonstration Recording (2026)
   A how-to video on formatting your CV document
   
   
6. Personal Letter Tips (2026)
   A one-pager on how to write the best personal letter for your applications
   
   
7. College of Medicine Personal Letter Guide (USask 2025)
   Some advice on how to best articulate yourself and your experiences
   
   
8. CaRMS Interview Prep Handout
   Your all-encompassing guide to ensure you’re interview ready before, during, and after your CaRMS virtual Interview
   
   
9. CaRMS Interview Prep Powerpoint
   A more in-depth guide of preparing for your CaRMS virtual interview
   
   
10. Sample Questions CaRMS Interview Guide
    Some example questions in CaRMS and how to prepare your best answers
    
    
11. Canadian Medical Association (CMA) CaRMS Prep
    Resource from CMA in Navigating CaRMS and the R-1 Match
    
    
12. CaRMS Rank Order List Tip Sheet
    Advice for how to best consider your CaRMS ranking and preferences
    
    
13. CaRMS Data and Reports
    A video presentation of statistics on the year’s CaRMS application cycle provided by CaRMS