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Celebrating 15 years of Pharmacy U Toronto
Canada's largest in-person event for community pharmacists turned 15 this month with a new format showcasing both targeted education and product innovation.
Shortages of drugs for people with arthritis causes stress, long-term behaviour changes and more: new report
Study from the Canadian Arthritis Patient Alliance highlights systemic challenges impacting Canadians with arthritis.

Health spending and other highlights from P.E.I.’s latest budget

Healthcare spending is projected to rise by 14.2% to $1.4 billion.
Some babies requiring surgery in Regina now to go to Saskatoon: health authority

The rules came into effect earlier this month, and Dr. Mike Kelly, the head of surgery at the Saskatchewan Health Authority, says it applies to newborns, premature infants and medically complex babies.
The 2026 Medical Post Awards are now open for nominations

The annual awards, adjudicated by panels of physician judges, support Canadian physician voices, contributions to community and practice innovation. Nominations close May 22.
Could a cholesterol drug prevent first heart attacks in diabetes patients?

Study finds evolocumab lowers first heart attacks and strokes even in patients without known atherosclerosis.
People knew I was going to medical school before I did

This, my long and fulfilling career, was not an inevitability—but really the result of a chance meeting, a mentoring relationship and luck.
Forged prescriptions are spiking in Alberta—especially in this one city

The ACP is reminding pharmacies to report suspected or confirmed fraud.
IPG pharmacists: Two weeks left to submit your essays!

April 30 is the deadline for our 2026 reader essay contest. This year's contest is for Internationally-trained pharmacists—why not take this opportunity to share your story, ideas and experiences?
Alberta proposes legislation to open door to more access to private medical tests

Primary Health Minister Adriana LaGrange introduced a bill Monday that, if passed, will allow for rules to fast-track some medical tests without a referral from a health practitioner.