Canada’s most innovative pharmacy school
We are leading the future of healthcare through a strategic integration of experiential learning, impact-driven research, entrepreneurial culture, community partnerships, teaching and academic excellence. Strategically located in the Innovation District in Downtown Kitchener, we are the anchor institution of the Health Sciences Campus at Waterloo.
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Science that matters: Master’s student is developing a bacteria-responsive coating for food to protect against foodborne illness
Masters student Henry Abanum develops innovative approach to improve food safety by creating a bacteria-responsive coating for food contact materials that detect toxins and deliver on-demand antimicrobials.
Finding your purpose
When Armaan Mahajan (Rx2027)'s mother, Monica Mahajan, was diagnosed with lung cancer, supporting her through treatment sparked an interest in oncology that would shape the direction of his pharmacy education.
CIHR funding advances hepatitis C detection
Dr. William Wong has received over $852,000 in funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) to develop new tools for identifying people living with undiagnosed hepatitis C over the course of four years.
Real-world impact
We drive real-world impact through leading-edge research and pharmacy practice that tackles complex challenges – from drug discovery to patient care to population health. Our vibrant research programs, thought leadership, community-engaged learning and collaborative partnerships create solutions that improve health for individuals, communities and the world.
Co-op success stories
As Canada’s only co-operative education pharmacy program, we train engaged, practice-ready medication experts who are evolving the role of the pharmacist in healthcare. Our unmatched experiential learning program gives students the confidence to work within diverse communities across Canada to deliver equitable and exemplary patient care.
Collaboration is in our DNA. Founded through partnership, we are change agents dedicated to forging local, national and international connections. We build inclusive partnerships with diverse communities and organizations. Together, we create positive impact that's informed by needs and lived experiences.