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As the national voice of the pharmacy profession in Canada, CPhA is always available to speak to media representatives on issues affecting health care and the profession of pharmacy.
News Releases and Statements
Canadian Pharmacists Association welcomes inclusion of pharmacist on pharmacare committee of experts
November 14, 2024 – CPhA is thrilled to see that a pharmacist has been named to the committee of experts tasked with guiding the implementation of national pharmacare. The appointment marks a pivotal step toward building a pharmacare system that will serve Canadians effectively and sustainably.
New CPS chapter on Routine Childhood Vaccinations released
November 11, 2024 – The Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPhA) is delighted to announce that our newest CPS chapter - Routine Childhood Vaccinations is now available on CPS.
New resources to boost pharmacist role in helping their patients quit smoking
October 31, 2024 – Break the Habit: A Pharmacist’s Toolkit for Smoking Cessation Counselling is a comprehensive toolkit that features dozens of accessible resources, including evidence-based strategies, practical guides and patient-centered resources.
CPhA launches program to support International Pharmacy Graduates with mentorship and practical work experience
October 28, 2024 – All unlicensed IPGs can now apply for the program, which is designed to support them on their path to licensure in Canada by offering a range of valuable opportunities.
Indigenous Pharmacy Professionals of Canada announces 2024-25 scholarship recipients
August 22, 2024 – The Indigenous Pharmacy Professionals of Canada (IPPC), in partnership with the Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPhA), is thrilled to announce the 2024-25 recipients of the IPPC Indigenous Pharmacy Scholarship.
Strengthening primary care: Elevating the role of pharmacists in Canada's health-care future
June 6, 2024 – CPhA concluded its inaugural national summit on the future of primary care and outlines a vision for a health-care system where pharmacy is recognized as a first stop in the primary care journey for all peoples in Canada.
Pharmacists lead the way in reducing ER visits: A Nova Scotia success story
June 5, 2024 – A government report reveals that pharmacy clinics in Nova Scotia have contributed to a nearly 10% decline in emergency room visits for non-urgent or less-urgent cases, which further reinforces the vital impact of pharmacists in alleviating the burden on traditional health-care facilities.
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Tyler Gogo
Senior Manager, Communications
613-293-7223