Pharmacy Business

A critical piece: New research establishes pharmacy’s economic footprint in Canada
Proof of community pharmacy’s value in healthcare steadily grows. Now we have proof of the sector’s value to the economy as well, writes Rosalind Stefanac in this article re-published from the Neighbourhood Pharmacies' quarterly publication, The Gazette.
Expanded scope opens new opportunities for Ontario techs
With approved training, pharmacy and intern technicians can now administer all Schedule 3 vaccines.

Pharmacists can now prescribe birth control in Manitoba

As of Aug. 4, 2026, patients can go to a pharmacist and obtain oral contraceptive pills, hormonal patches, vaginal rings and intramuscular contraceptive injections without needing a prescription from a physician or nurse practitioner.
'The Pharmacists Are In' podcast makes its FIP debut—Live from Montreal

The Pharmacists Are In podcast will be broadcasting live from the 84th International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) World Congress of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences in Montreal, Canada, on Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, 2026.
Can I get a witness? B.C. PharmaCare clarifies policies for PAs, methadone

The province is clarifying which healthcare professionals can do what and when to be eligible for these fees.
As other provinces expand pharmacy care, advocates say Manitoba is falling behind

Some pharmacists say the province's limited scope of practice is making it harder to recruit new graduates and restricting access to care for patients.
Manitoba launches consultations on online pseudoephedrine sales, interprovincial pharmacy care

The College of Pharmacists of Manitoba is seeking feedback on two proposed practice directions, with consultations closing in August.
NAPRA expands unscheduled status for certain bisacodyl 10 mg suppositories

The association has finalized a recommendation removing certain low-dose bisacodyl suppositories from the National Drug Schedules.
Heat waves, tick bites and travel: CPhA releases summer refresher for pharmacists

The collection includes tools to help pharmacists care for patients during the summer months.
Been verbally abused by a patient? A new survey wants to hear from you

Researchers hope the findings will inform training to help pharmacy professionals manage abusive encounters and reduce burnout.