Pharmacy Careers

Beaten down before they've even started: The sad mistreatment of residents and students
More than six out of 10 residents have reported being mistreated. One doctor revealed being blamed, while in training, for a patient's death. Drs. Amanda Bell and Christina Grant from McMaster University tackle the topic of learner mistreatment.
Bridgewater Guardian Pharmacy goes out of its way for patients
When Michael Holland first moved to Bridgewater, N.S., he knew he needed a good pharmacy. At 82 years old, Holland is on eight medications, has a pacemaker and suffers from osteoarthritis and chronic pain. A few bad experiences at the first pharmacy he tried (including lengthy lineups where he was forced to stand, and a mix-up on his prescription) prompted him to the next one on his list: Bridgewater Guardian Pharmacy.

Pets of pharmacy: Sidor

Lucky pharmacy student Emily has this energetic fluffball to share her nature walks, hikes and swims.
Caring for transgender and gender diverse patients

How pharmacists can create safer spaces and support gender-affirming care for their patients
Pharmpreneur of the week Stacey D'Angelo: "I thrive on problem-solving and breaking the mold."

As a pharmacist, I have always been passionate about providing a holistic approach to healthcare and deprescribing (even from my early days as a long-term care pharmacist!). Because the purpose and values of my business resonate with me, I can get excited to go to work every day.
Voting begins for two pharmacist positions on the Ontario College of Pharmacists' board

Registrants have until 5:00 p.m. EST on Aug. 2, 2023 to vote.
The secret equation for saying no gracefully in pharmacy

In the daily duties of practising pharmacy, we need to say no. As much as we have a distaste for confrontation and want to help everyone in our sight, we are organically the gatekeeper for many requests that come through the pharmacy.
UBC launching new diploma in pharmacy leadership

The one-year online program is expected to attract early to mid-career pharmacists.
Watch for it: First-of-its-kind equivalency program for internationally trained pharmacists and pharm techs

The Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists expects to have a shortlist this year of jurisdictions where a pharmacist or pharmacy technician licence can be deemed equivalent to a Canadian licence.
N.L. wants family docs to sign up for its incentive programs

Applications are open now for the Family Practice Start-Up Program—and close as soon as Aug. 31, 2023.

Beaten down before they've even started: The sad mistreatment of residents and students

Bridgewater Guardian Pharmacy goes out of its way for patients

Pets of pharmacy: Sidor

Caring for transgender and gender diverse patients

Pharmpreneur of the week Stacey D'Angelo: "I thrive on problem-solving and breaking the mold."

Voting begins for two pharmacist positions on the Ontario College of Pharmacists' board

The secret equation for saying no gracefully in pharmacy

UBC launching new diploma in pharmacy leadership

Watch for it: First-of-its-kind equivalency program for internationally trained pharmacists and pharm techs

N.L. wants family docs to sign up for its incentive programs