Congratulations to the pharmacists who have been elected to the council of the Alberta College of Pharmacists. New council terms will begin May 22, 2009.
District 1 (Northern Alberta) – Wilson Gemmill re-elected for a three-year term by acclamation.
District 2 (Southern Alberta) – Wayne Smith elected for a two-year term. The first year of this term was served by Rick Siemens in his capacity as president. As per the by-laws, Rick will continue on council for the 2009-2010 year as past president in a non-voting capacity.
District 3 (Edmonton) – Chelsey Cabaj elected for a three-year term by acclamation.
District 5 (Calgary) – Anjli Acharya re-elected for a three-year term by acclamation.
We extend a sincere thank you to Jeff Whissell, who is retiring as District 3 Councillor after serving two terms. Jeff, Albertans and Alberta pharmacists appreciate your willingness to serve in the interest of the public’s health and well-being and the betterment of the profession!
Originally published in the April 21, 2009, issue of The Link