iLEAD Mentorship Program
The 2024-25 matching cycle has been completed. However, application forms are open and matches can be made based on availability. Please see links below.
iLEAD stands for Inspiring Leadership in Equity, Accessibility and Diversity. Born out of conversations amongst a group of first-year medical learners whose identities have unfortunately limited opportunities for career exploration and advancement, this mentorship program was put in place to support our fellow classmates and incoming medical students who are part of equity-deserving groups by leveling the playing field. Currently, there is no existing peer-to-peer support program within the University of Toronto MD Program for equity-deserving groups. iLEAD is a pilot mentorship program to help fill this critical gap.
The iLEAD Mentorship Program is a two-tier longitudinal opportunity that connects:
- Incoming first year medical students in the 2028 (2T8) class with current students to help navigate academics, career exploration, research opportunities, health and wellbeing, and finances in the MD Program.
- Current second year medical students in the 2027 (2T7) class with resident physicians to provide insight into specialty decision making, applying to CaRMS, and their experience in their selected residency program.
Mentee Sign Up
Are you an incoming first year (2T8) medical student? Be paired with an available 2T7 mentor. Indicate your interest in participating in this program using the button below!
Mentor Sign Up
Are you a second year (2T7) medical students or U of T resident physician? Sign up to be a mentor using the button below! Be connected with a mentee who is currently seeking mentorship, or remain available for when needs arise.