Page 4 of 10: Important Announcement: Changes to Fellowship Remuneration Effective January 1, 2025

Dear Colleagues, 

On behalf of the Fellowship Education Advisory Committee (FEAC) I am writing to inform you of changes to the fellowship remuneration structure at the University of Toronto, effective January 1, 2025. These changes are part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing the fellowship experience and ensuring transparency, consistency, and equity across all programs.

Background:

In alignment with our strategic goals, clinical fellows' remuneration will undergo an adjustment. The minimum compensation will be at the PGY3 level. This decision reflects a re-evaluation of the 2011 FEAC recommendation, which anchored the recommended minimum fellow salaries to the PGY1 level. The adjustment aims to address evolving roles, responsibilities, and living costs in Toronto.

Summary of Changes:

1. Minimum Salary Adjustment: The minimum salary for clinical fellows will now reflect the shift to a PGY3 level, ensuring fair compensation.

2. Review Process for Part-Time Contracts: All part-time contracts will undergo a review process, requiring approval from the Vice Chair, Education, or their delegate. As a part of this review, it's essential to provide a rationale for the part-time arrangement, attached is a templated letter designed for Vice Chairs to approve all part-time fellowships.

For details on the rationale for the new salary baseline mandate, please see the attached Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendations (SBAR) document.

To assist programs in understanding and implementing these changes, we have prepared a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document, which aims to address common queries to provide clarity on the upcoming expectations.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding during this transition. If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to Veronica Marrone, Project Manager, Fellowships, at [email protected]. 

Thank you for your continued dedication to fostering excellence in our fellowship programs.

Best regards,

John