Pharmacy Workforce

Canada’s pharmacy workforce is essential to a strong and sustainable health-care system. Supporting pharmacists and pharmacy teams means creating environments where pharmacy professionals can thrive, use their education and expertise and continue to provide high-quality care to patients and communities.

Supporting a strong and sustainable pharmacy workforce

CPhA is committed to supporting the health, well-being and sustainability of Canada’s pharmacy workforce. This includes understanding the challenges facing pharmacy professionals, advocating for environments that support pharmacists throughout their careers and working with the pharmacy community to help build a resilient profession for the future.

As the needs of the profession continue to evolve, our workforce work is informed by research, engagement with pharmacy professionals and collaboration with partners across the pharmacy community.

Workforce initiatives and resources

International Pharmacy Graduate (IPG) Project
International pharmacy graduates are an important part of Canada’s pharmacy workforce. CPhA’s International Pharmacy Graduate (IPG) Mentorship and Integration Project provides resources and support to help internationally educated pharmacy professionals navigate the path to pharmacy practice in Canada.

 

Mental health and well-being resources
Supporting the mental health and well-being of pharmacists and pharmacy teams is an important part of building a healthy and sustainable workforce. Explore our Mental Health Resource Round-up for resources and tools to support your mental health and well-being.