Residents
The SRPC resident Committee is comprised of medical residents from across Canada collectively committed to supporting residents interested in rural and remote medicine.
Resident Committee Co-Chairs

Dr. Anchaleena Mandal
PGY-2 Family Medicine
Queen’s University
Julie (she/her) is a family medicine resident in Moose Jaw, SK. She completed medical school at the University of Alberta, and has always had a passion for rural medicine. She enjoys the wide scope of practice that comes with being a rural physician, along with the jovial spirit of rural communities.
When not working in the clinic or the ER, Julie can most likely be found outside hiking in the nearby provincial parks, discovering new giant roadside attractions, or baking treats for her clinic staff.

Dr. Nkechi Ikeaba
PGY-1 Family Medicine
University of Toronto
Nkechi (he/him) is a family medicine resident at the University of Toronto, Ontario. He completed medical school at the University of Lagos, Nigeria, and subsequently worked extensively, providing primary care to rural and underserved communities in Nigeria.
He recalls that the most rewarding aspects of rural healthcare were not only the hands-on experience but also the high level of independence it offered. When he’s not working, Nkechi enjoys relaxing to classical music, playing a wide variety of repertoire on his beautiful white polished Kawai digital piano, and attending concerts in Toronto.
Connect with us for updates, contests, and more!
- Instagram: @srpcresidents
- Facebook: SRPC Residents
- Twitter: @srpc_residents
- Email: srpcresidents@gmail.com
- Rural Resident Mailing List: Keep up to date with the committee and rural-resident relevant updates! Sign up here
- RuralMed Listserv: Join the RuralMed Listserv for general SRPC communications Details here
Enhanced Skills Catalogue
Check out our Enhanced Skills Catalogue for Canadian Family Medicine residents and physicians! Created in 2019, it provides an overview of Category 1 Enhanced Skills Programs available to Family Medicine-trained physicians in Canada.
This is the only resource that compares all 17 programs in one place. While we’ve worked to ensure accuracy, please confirm details with each program. This catalogue was prepared by the SRPC Resident Committee.
Rural Resident Leadership Award
The Rural Student/Resident Leadership Awards are given to medical students and residents in good standing who show a strong interest in rural medicine.
Cash prizes of $250 will be awarded to two student winners each year. Submit your application/nomination to nominations@srpc.ca by January 31st. Applicants must be SRPC members. Find more details on the SRPC Award Page.
Rural Residency Fair
Residents promote rural residency programs to medical students at the annual Rural Residency Fair.
This year’s event is tentatively scheduled for November 2024. If you’re interested in representing your program, please email srpcresidents@gmail.com
SRPC Resident Podcasts
Welcome to the SRPC Resident Podcast! We connect, elevate, and advocate for rural healthcare providers through conversations that bring rural healthcare to the podcast space. Listen to our latest episodes [here] https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/srpc-resident-podcast/id1695005050
Rural Resident Photo Contest
We want to see your rural adventures! Share a photo from your time exploring rural and remote areas of Canada—whether during a rotation, elective, or vacation. Keep an eye on our social media for contest announcements and your chance to win a prize!
IMG Resources
We host events to help IMGs prepare for CaRMS, including sessions on CV writing, interview tips, and more. Follow us on social media for upcoming events!
NIHB Guide for Rural Healthcare Providers
This guide on Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) helps you provide culturally safe care for Indigenous patients. [Learn more]

Rural Research Poster Presentation
Each year, a rural research poster session is hosted at the SRPC’s Rural & Remote Conference. Poster proposals must include a clear research purpose, objective, methodology, summary of the research results and conclusion. We will judge the posters on rural relevance, research methodology, impact, clarity of presentation and your ability to answer questions regarding your research. Posters are restricted to a width of 4 feet and a height of 3 feet.
Residents will have the opportunity of being awarded the best student/resident research poster. The winner of best research poster will win the equivalent of $500 credited towards attending the conference.
RULES:
- The entrant must be a member of the SRPC
- The deadline for submission is December 31st, 2021
- Format: Microsoft Word
- Please submit your proposal to submissions@srpc.ca
Medical Resident Essay Contest
Each year, the SRPC Nomination and Awards Committee hosts a rural essay contest for medical residents. Residents are asked to submit a self-reflection from their experience in rural medicine. The winners will win the equivalent of $1000 (residents) credited towards the cost of attending the SRPC’s Annual Rural and Remote Medicine Course, and the essays will be considered for publication in the (CJRM) Canadian Journal of Rural Medicine.
RESIDENTS : Please send us a self-reflection from your experience in rural medicine.
- The entrant must be a member of the SRPC.
- Length: 500 – 1000 words
- Deadline for submission: December 31st each year.
- The contest opens on September 1st each year.
- Submit your essay to: contest@srpc.ca
Congratulations to Dr. Natalya O’Neill, a family medicine resident based in Mount Forest, ON, for winning this year’s contest!
