The CMA can support you on your journey to becoming a physician — with benefits and discounts, learning opportunities, resources and more.
The CMA represents physicians and physicians-in-training across Canada. We advocate on issues that matter to the profession and the health of Canadians, ensuring the physician voice is heard. Our goal is to drive positive change within the profession and Canada’s health care system.
We look forward to supporting you through the course of your studies, into residency and beyond. If you have questions or comments, we’d love to hear from you.
Not a CMA member?
There’s never been a better time to join the CMA. Starting in 2019, membership is free for medical students studying at a Canadian institution.
You must be a member of your PTMA to join the CMA. See fee schedule here.
Join the CMAMember benefits and discounts
Medical school is expensive. With the CMA’s exclusive member benefits and discounts, you can save money on your CaRMS tour and travels, cellphone plan and more.
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Clinical resources
With new medical information published every 30 seconds, it can be tough to stay up to date. CMA membership gives you access to the latest evidence-based clinical resources – including DynaMed Plus, ClinicalKey and the CPS on the RxTx Mobile app — a value of more than $2,000 a year.
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Speciality profiles
Plan your future with information-packed profiles of medical specialities in Canada. Details include typical workload, income, job satisfaction, educational requirements, and supply and demographics.
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Student leadership
Develop as a leader through our member programs and activities. Take part in conversations about policy and other important health matters.
Learn moreA (highly practical!) tradition
Every year, we hand out backpacks to first-year medical students. It’s a tradition spanning more than two decades.
Learn moreTransition to Residency Guide
Residency is the next big milestone after medical school. Our guide is packed with tips to help you through the three major stages of residency.
Learn moreCMA bursaries and awards
Get help with the cost of your medical education. The CMA 150th Anniversary Bursaries and Awards Program gives your medical school funding for an annual $15,000 award and $8,500 bursary.
Learn moreCaRMS interview prep program
Med school is almost done and residency is looming, but first; the CaRMS interviews. Are you ready? A free program to practice your interview skills and get tips and tricks from residents.
Learn moreDriving meaningful change in health care
Advocating on issues that matter to the profession and their patients