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Pharmacy Leader Dr Sarah Dineen-Griffin: "Young pharmacists are stepping up as leaders, carving out innovative paths and advocating for the profession."
I have seen a change in the ‘traditional role’ of the pharmacist, an appetite for pharmacists to expand into new roles and be increasingly recognised as integral members of the primary care team.
Federation of Medical Women supports CMA changes
Some argue that the Canadian Medical Association governance changes being voted on Sunday are a “threat to democracy” at the CMA. But Drs Charissa Patricelli, Gigi Osler and Clover Hemans of the Federation of Medical Women of Canada say that the changes are bold and threaten the status quo, not democracy.

Coming up short: Why Ontario optometrists are disappointed with province's $39-million offer

The Ministry of Health expressed its own disappointment, criticizing the Ontario Association of Optometrists' 'approach to the process' and continued threat to withdraw OHIP-covered services on September 1.
The CMA's misguided changes

Dr. Granger Avery, a past-president of the Canadian Medical Association, outlines the concerns he and colleagues have that the changes members of the CMA are being asked to vote on this Sunday will permanently make the CMA less democratic.
Canada to buy 40 million Moderna COVID-19 doses in next two years: Trudeau

The government is urging everyone to get vaccinated, as the country's top doctor says the fourth wave of the pandemic has begun.
What do organizations like the CMA and OMA do exactly?

If they were gone, would we miss them? They might be important. They may be helpful. But I am unable to see it.
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Moderna knows you have questions – and we’re here to answer them

As Canada looks to maximize the rollout of its COVID-19 vaccination program, Moderna is here to deliver second doses and provide support resources for pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.
COVID-19 vaccine to be mandatory for federal employees in Canada

Dominic LeBlanc, president of the Privy Council, says the government expects employers in federally regulated industries to do the same.
Pharmacy Leader Ghada Gabr: "Being a pharmacist has taught me humility, patience, and empathy."

Be an advocate for your colleagues. Be involved in your community. Be kind to others. Be helpful. This is the true meaning of being a pharmacist.
3 business-related questions you need to ask yourself

The old saying “nothing remains constant except change itself” must have been written by someone well-versed in the day-to-day operations of retail pharmacy.

Pharmacy Leader Dr Sarah Dineen-Griffin: "Young pharmacists are stepping up as leaders, carving out innovative paths and advocating for the profession."

Federation of Medical Women supports CMA changes

Coming up short: Why Ontario optometrists are disappointed with province's $39-million offer

The CMA's misguided changes

Canada to buy 40 million Moderna COVID-19 doses in next two years: Trudeau

What do organizations like the CMA and OMA do exactly?

Moderna knows you have questions – and we’re here to answer them

COVID-19 vaccine to be mandatory for federal employees in Canada

Pharmacy Leader Ghada Gabr: "Being a pharmacist has taught me humility, patience, and empathy."

3 business-related questions you need to ask yourself