Canadian Pharmacists Association
Canadian Pharmacists Association

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International Pharmacy Graduates

 

Building your career as a pharmacist in Canada is an exciting journey, but it can come with challenges. The IPG Mentorship & Integration project is here to provide the support and resources you need to overcome many of these barriers to licensure, including:

  • Learning opportunities: Expand your knowledge about licensure and pharmacy practice in Canada. Participate in sessions focused on preparing for licensure exams, developing professional communication skills and understanding workplace expectations and culture.
  • Mentorship and networking: Build connections with experienced pharmacists and peers who can guide you through your journey.
  • Practical experience: Gain hands-on experience in a community pharmacy, developing the skills and knowledge needed for the exams and a successful start to your career in Canada.
  • Professional development: Access resources and training to support your professional growth and integration into the Canadian workforce.

Get Started

1. Verify Your Eligibility

All IPG project participants must:

  • Be a permanent or temporary resident, Canadian citizen or person granted refugee status in Canada, who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
  • Hold an internationally obtained undergraduate degree in pharmacy.

Additional eligibility requirements for each project activity:

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Learning Sessions

  • No additional eligibility requirements

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Engagement Sessions

  • Canadian Language Benchmark of 7+ preferred or equivalent; and
  • One of the following:
    • Passed PEBC Evaluating Exam; or
    • Demonstrated proof of acceptance into a streamlined pathway (e.g. PEBC, NS or PEI); or
    • Successful application to OPQ (Quebec); or
    • Registered with a provincial regulator / College of Pharmacy as a student or intern (or equivalent)
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Virtual Mentorship

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Mentored Work Placements

 
 

2. Apply now

 

3. Access our Programming

Once your application is approved and you’ve been screened to verify your eligibility, you’ll have access to all the mentorship activities available through our project as well as the employment and transition supports offered to our project participants through ACCES Employment.

Privacy and Terms of Use

Please read the IPG Mentorship and Integration Project Privacy Notice and Terms of Use.

Funded in part by the Government of Canada's Foreign Credential Recognition Program