AIMGA offers a range of programs and services for IMGs across Alberta.  Together, we'll work toward your licensure while leading the drive for change for tomorrow.

For information about any of our programs and services, please contact us.

INFORMATION & SUPPORT

AIMGA Forum
Membership gives you access to the AIMGA Forum, a highly active online discussion group which keeps AIMGA members informed and connected.  Check our AIMGA Forum page for more information.

AIMGA Yahoo Group
Our AIMGA Yahoo Group email and file sharing service allows AIMGA members to stay connected with current activities, projects, study groups and exam files.  Check our Yahoo Group page for more information.

Study Groups
Connect with other IMGs as you work together to prepare for the MCEE, MCCQE Part I and Part II, and the OSCE exams.

Information Resources
Through communications resources such as this website and our 'LifeLines' newsletter, AIMGA strives to keep our members informed about the issues facing IMGs in our province.  We also provide new members with a variety of resources in a "New Member Information Package", which includes items such as our 'Licensure in Alberta' backgrounder'.

TRAINING & NETWORKING

Skill Development Workshops
We can organize skill development workshops for licensure prerequisistes such as CPR courses, Communication Proficiency and Presentation Styles.  After you pass the cliinical evaluation exams, we can also set up practice sessions to help you prepare for the final interview.  Contact us for more information.

Observership Program
We can assist in setting up these clinical training arrangements, where the IMG observes the physician in their work.  Although these arrangements are not recognized for licensure, observerships do offer an excellent opportunity to maintain knowledge, prepare for clinical simulation exams andn build networks.  For more information, check our Observership Program page.

Volunteer Opportunities
We offer volunteer opportunities at AIMGA such as the newsletter committee, fundraising and sponsorship ambassadors, event planning, study group leaders, and more.  We can also arrange for the opportunity to volunteer at various medical conferences so you can stay informed about the Alberta health care scene, and make some valuable contacts within the medical community.  Contact us for more information.

LEADERSHIP & RESEARCH

Leadership
While supporting IMGs acheive licensure, we are also leading the drive for change.  AIMGA provides a united and strong voice for IMGs in shaping policy issues at the provincial and federal levels.  We are in close cooperation with key stakeholders such as the post-secondary institutions, the Alberta government, regulatory bodies and medical organizations.  We champion the role and value of IMGs to the government, private sector and the general public.

Research
To continue to be an informed resource and advocate for IMGs, AIMGA scans research and conducts studies on key issues affecting IMGs in our province and across the country.  We also collaborate with other organizations to conduct and disseminate research to IMGs and other important groups such as the government and the medical community.  For more information about our research initiatives, please check our Research page.