Strategy

Darold Sturgeon was fired as executive director of medical affairs for Interior Health in November 2021 after refusing to get the vaccine based on his Christian beliefs.

A statement from the privacy commissioners of both Ontario and British Columbia says their joint report, completed in June 2020, found that LifeLabs ‘failed to take reasonable steps’ to protect clients’ data.

The Graduate Diploma in Pharmacy Leadership program aims to help develop the next generation of pharmacy leaders in Canada.

While we may not always be on our game as pharmacy leaders, we need to understand that we are mentors whether we like it or not. Our actions, words and behaviours automatically serve as examples of what we expect from others.

To successfully acquire a pharmacy, you need to collect adequate information from reputable sources, understand the regulatory environment and sources of revenue, utilize trusted professionals, and be wary of irrational enthusiasm.

As pharmacy leaders and professionals, adding value should be at the heart of every interaction in our lives, both working and non-working. It’s what makes you meaningful—far beyond your title or physical (or virtual) business card.

The city has been examining the issue for a while, but mayors of the affected suburbs say they only learned of the potential for a change relatively recently.

One of the most significant challenges in my advocacy work has been navigating the complex landscape of policy change amidst varying stakeholder interests. Achieving consensus among government bodies, international organizations, and local communities requires persistent effort and strategic communication.