Pharmacy Business

OCP updates: Expanded-scope learning approach, no tech fee relief, controlled substance policy changes
The college will keep its current fee structure for now, with a broader review of fees planned after financial forecasts are developed.
From Alberta to Newfoundland, what contraception can pharmacists prescribe?
With the recent updates in Manitoba, the Canadian Pharmacists Association updated its national snapshot of contraception access through pharmacies.

SHARP Symposium puts research to work on integrated care and health equity

Attendees explored how evidence can help break down healthcare silos, improve equity and make better use of pharmacists' expanding scope.
Pharmacy Brands Canada expands to more than 300 pharmacies

The independent pharmacy banner has added more than 50 locations in Ontario over the past two years.
Two ways pharmacy professionals can learn more this Truth and Reconciliation Day

A new cultural safety course and a Sept. 30 pharmacy webinar focus on turning reflection into changes in healthcare practice.
World Pharmacists Day: How does pharmacy scope of practice differ around the world?

From HIV prevention to dispensing medical cannabis, five pharmacy practices that may surprise Canadian pharmacists.
Toronto pharmacist ordered to write essay after patient nearly went without miscarriage-prevention medication

A college committee had found that pharmacy staff knew the pregnant patient was out of medication when they initially told her to return after the long weekend.
Ontario pharmacist Nneka Ezurike named one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women

The Shoppers Drug Mart associate-owner and Black Pharmacy Professionals of Canada co-founder was named to WXN’s 2026 Top 100.
Confused by new controlled substance rules? OCP releases table breaking down the changes

The new at-a-glance resource aims to simplify what’s changing for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians on Oct. 1.
Pharmacist Graham MacKenzie tackles menopause myths in his latest book

Menopause Logic aims to separate the evidence from decades of confusion around hormone therapy and other treatment options.
Women’s Health Van will bring health products and support across GTA

The mobile service will work with community groups to reach women who face barriers to accessing care.
Can a new pharmacy tool catch prescribing cascades before they cause harm?

A Vancouver study put Cascade-Watch to the test, revealing both the potential and limitations of using medication data to identify prescribing cascades.