The Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS)

About

We are the Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS), a national, independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing a fair, objective, and transparent application and matching service for medical training throughout Canada. Since our founding in 1970, we have played a pivotal role in the Canadian medical education system, working closely with medical schools, learners, and teaching hospitals to ensure that the matching process is equitable and reliable. Our mission is to serve as trusted stewards, builders, and innovators of data-informed application and matching services. We are passionate about facilitating career decision-making for medical learners, helping them find the training positions that best fit their skills and aspirations. Every year, we match thousands of medical students and residents to the residency positions they need to practice medicine in Canada, using a globally recognized algorithm that prioritizes the preferences of applicants. We believe in the importance of objectivity and integrity. Our governance model draws on a broad base of stakeholders in the medical education community to ensure that all perspectives are represented in our policies and procedures. We are committed to continuous improvement, leveraging technology and data to enhance our services and support the strength of Canada's health care system. Whether you are a medical student, a resident, or a program director, we are here to support you through every step of the matching journey.