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MCC pre-budget submission to the Government of Canada

The Medical Council of Canada (MCC) submitted three recommendations to the Government of Canada ahead of the 2027...

Technical report on the 2026 standard-setting exercise for the TDM Examination

Summary of processes, procedures and results of a standard-setting exercise for the Therapeutics Decision-Making (TDM) Examination in 2026.

NAC Examination Annual Technical Report 2025

A summary of the exam development, administration, scoring and key psychometric activities of the NAC Examination in 2025.

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MCC pre-budget submission to the Government of Canada

The Medical Council of Canada (MCC) submitted three recommendations to the Government of Canada ahead of the 2027 federal budget.

Technical report on the 2026 standard-setting exercise for the TDM Examination

Summary of processes, procedures and results of a standard-setting exercise for the Therapeutics Decision-Making (TDM) Examination in 2026.

NAC Examination Annual Technical Report 2025

A summary of the exam development, administration, scoring and key psychometric activities of the NAC Examination in 2025.

2025-2026 MCC Annual Report

The report highlights the MCC’s projects and achievements from April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026.

Study smarter: A study guide for the MCCQE

This actionable guide offers a structured, evidence-informed approach to MCCQE preparation.

Association Between Physician Licensing and Certification Examination Performance and Quality of Patient Care: A Systematic Review

Pugh, D., Roy, M., Wood, T. J., Bartman, I., Ly, V. & Touchie, C. (2026)