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Council has approved a...

ACP’s 2018/19 registration, annual permit, and licensing fees for pharmacists and pharmacies will remain the same as they were in 2017/18. Also, registration and annual permit fees for pharmacy technicians in 2019 will be maintained at 2018 levels.

As another year draws to a close, may we reflect on all we are grateful for. We celebrate the tradition of giving, beauty of the season, and time with friends and loved ones.

With the decriminalization of cannabis for recreational use set to occur on July 1, 2018, questions continue to arise regarding access to cannabis for medical use. In particular, there is uncertainty whether cannabis for medical use...

The Health Product InfoWatch is a monthly publication intended primarily for healthcare professionals. It provides clinically relevant safety information on pharmaceuticals, biologics, medical devices and natural health products.

As a member of ACP Council from 2008 to 2014—including one year as president—Kaye...

It’s been two months since ACP’s prohibition on inducements came into effect.

According to the Canadian Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), the term harm reduction is defined as any policy or program designed to reduce drug-related harm without...

Thank you to all those who took the time to prepare a nomination for the APEX Awards.

It’s great to see so many people who recognize excellence in their peers and are...

In observance of Remembrance Day, the ACP office will be closed on Monday, November 13, 2017. 

Do you work with someone who inspires you? Think of someone who goes above and beyond for their patients and is committed to leadership, innovation, and professional development. Or someone who offers extraordinary promise to the profession and acts as a role model...

To help pharmacy professionals through what is expected to be a busier-than-usual influenza immunization season, ACP has updated its seasonal influenza information webpage.

On the recently updated page, you’ll find links to Alberta Health...

Pharmacy technicians have until November 30, 2017, to renew their annual permit with ACP. As part of the renewal process, pharmacy technicians must complete their Continuing Competence Program (CCP) requirements, which include:...

Council convened October 4-6 in Kananaskis. The two-and-a-half-day session integrated a full day of board development with council’s regular business meeting. Following is a summary of the key issues deliberated by council:...

Health Canada has responded to a concern raised by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada about the approval of a generic version of Diclectin (doxylamine – pyridoxine) for the...

The college is hiring a Programmer/Analyst to join its team in Edmonton. This position will complement the IT department with skills in application design and development. Responsible for systems analysis and programming, the Programmer/Analyst...

Since ACP introduced our new guidelines for assessment and monitoring individuals using opioid medications on October 1, 2017, we have received feedback from frustrated pharmacy professionals and members of the public. We’re...

October 30 to November 3, 2017, is ...