Our CIUSSS contributes to its teaching mission by making a vast and diversified range of internships and rotations available and creating learning environments that are healthy, safe and stimulating.
Academic Affairs oversees the coordination of activities across all disciplines as well as undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate level programs.
2026 IUHSSC Academic Week

Academic Week 2026: Teaching is at the heart of our care
Join us in recognizing the exceptional contribution of our clinical supervisors to the development of our CIUSSS’s academic mission. Attend the activities taking place at five CIUSSS facilities during the week of May 25–29, 2026.
This is a unique opportunity for interns, university students, supervisors, and all CIUSSS staff to participate in a series of educational and networking activities. The Academic Affairs and Innovation Directorate (DAAI) has organized an extraordinary program as part of Academic Week.
Registration is required.
Mission
- Ensure the coordination of university internships and medical rotations through close partnerships with educational institutions and our CIUSSS’ clinical and non-clinical directorates.
- Ensure a welcoming and stimulating learning environment for both trainees and their supervisors.
Our services
Internship/Rotation Coordination
- Help students, residents and supervisors with placements and filling out forms.
- Plan orientation days for trainees and support clinical departments during orientation.
Simulation Centre Coordination
- Coordinate activities at the SMHC Simulation Centre.
- Coordinate the Simulation Centre Committee.
Recognition of Internship/Rotation Supervisors and Trainees
- Develop a recognition and appreciation program for supervisors and trainees.
Tactical Teaching Committee
- Track internship revenue.
- Monitor indicators and the status of teaching and internship/rotation-related activities.
- Track funding from the MSSS for internships/rotations, trainees and supervisors.


