News

TPP Alberta update

October 13, 2021

The program has a new name and website!

ACP recruiting pharmacy technicians to serve as Continuing Competence Program (CCP) peer assessors

October 13, 2021

It’s an opport...

Health Quality Council of Alberta Patient Experience Awards

October 13, 2021

Pharmacy teams: applications for the 2022 awards are now being accepted.

ACP Connect is back!

September 29, 2021

Join the virtual discussion: Can a modernized regulatory framework support improved and more consistent patient experiences?

New public members appointed to Council

September 29, 2021

Appointments of Jane Wachowich and Jason West complete current Council roster.

Asymptomatic testing for COVID-19 in pharmacies

September 29, 2021

Pharmacy teams may once again offer this service.

Co-administration of COVID-19 vaccines and other vaccines

September 29, 2021

With influenza season approaching, Alberta Health has updated its co-administration and spacing requirements....

Third dose of COVID-19 vaccine for more high-risk groups

September 29, 2021

Several additional groups qualify for an additional dose, eight weeks after their second dose.

Students: apply for ACP’s Student Professional Development Grant

September 29, 2021

Grants of $1,000 are available to selected pharmacy and pharmacy technician students.

Pharmacy professionals: let’s do our part

September 15, 2021

A message on the importance of vaccination from ACP Council president Peter Macek.

Additional doses of COVID-19 vaccine now available for certain groups

September 15, 2021

High-risk individuals or those who are travelling may receive additional doses.

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Update for Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine

September 15, 2021

Health Canada extends expiry and expands ultra-low storage temperature range.

Pharmacy robberies remain a concern

September 1, 2021

Taking ACP’s recommended measures may help prevent your pharmacy from being the target of a robbery.

Long COVID

September 1, 2021

Resources from Alberta Health Services for pharmacy teams and patients are now available.

Diversion of drugs is NOT tolerated

September 1, 2021

Lessons Learned: don’t let embarrassment or other personal circumstances negatively affect your professional conduct.

ACP profile website changes

September 1, 2021

New URL for accessing and updating your registrant profile.

Hearing notice: Anamaria Muresan

August 26, 2021

Hearing Status:	Decision pending
Registrant:	Anamaria Muresan, registrati...

What does a licensee need to do before they leave?

August 18, 2021

What is required when a licensee resigns, is terminated, or is away for an extended period?

Edmonton pharmacy making a difference in opioid crisis

August 18, 2021

Crestwood Apothecary assists in a neighbourhood naloxone information session.

PharmD dream comes true for internationally educated pharmacist

August 18, 2021

Damion Barnes encourages others to enrol in the U of A’s PharmD for Practicing Pharmacists program.

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