Are you from Pictou County and considering, applying for or in medical school? We'd love to connect!
Pictou County is committed to nurturing local talent and ensuring that every aspiring medical student has the support they need to reach their full potential. By addressing the unique challenges faced by rural students, we aim to increase their chances of acceptance into medical school and contribute to a diverse and skilled medical workforce. Here’s how we’re making a difference:
- In high school and want to look ahead to medical school? Reach out to connected with your school's Nova Scotia Works School Liaison and download our guide to understand what courses may be helpful HERE
- Check out Healthy Pictou County's Guide to Canadian Undergraduate Medical Education HERE
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Join our collaborative study group designed to help you prepare for the MCAT. Benefit from shared resources, expert guidance, and a supportive community of peers more details HERE
- Access a range of high-quality study materials at no cost. We provide the resources you need to succeed, ensuring you have everything at your fingertips, and friendly guidance for community resources.
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Once you’ve written your MCAT or when you’re ready for interview prep, we’ll connect you with providers volunteering to do group and individual sessions for feedback and practice on your interview questions.
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We understand the financial burden of medical school entrance exams. Our bursary program, funded by the Sobey Foundation, offers reimbursement to eligible students to help alleviate this cost. Please reach out to discuss further.
Email hello@healthypictoucounty.ca to get connected or see how we can help you!