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A study recently released by the Government of Canada confirms a significant healthcare workforce gap in Canada that will worsen over the next ten years if no action is taken.The University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy’s Communities of Care model was highlighted as one of the innovative programs in Canada that is helping address healthcare issues.

The University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy hosted its Spring 2025 Open House and welcomed over 125 visitors to the School.

University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy students joined pharmacy technician students from over 10 different colleges to participate in an interactive large-scale intraprofessional workshop.

Janine Fletcher (Rx2025) reflects on her time as a co-op student at the University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy. Janine has explored multiple sides of health care from hospital emergency rooms to independent pharmacies.

Professional Development Week (PDW) is an annual pharmacy-student run conference in partnership with the Canadian Association of Pharmacy Students and Interns (CAPSI) exclusive to CAPSI members. The University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy's Next Top Pharmacist is a semi-formal competition held annually where students compete for the title. Read more about this years winners!

Carla Beaton and Avalon Nazareth (Rx2011) were one of nine mentor and mentee pairs who participated in the 2024-2025 Univesrstiy of Waterloo Women in Pharmacy Leadership Alumni Mentorship program.

Join us in celebrating our pharmacy teams during Pharmacy Appreciation Month (PAM) with the Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPhA) this March.

Learn about frequently asked questions on medication taking during Ramadan. Wishing those who celebrate a fulfilling Ramadan. 

The Black Pharmacy Professionals of Canada (BPPC) held their inaugural in-person event, the BPPC Excellence Summit: Annual Educational Conference, Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Black History Month Recognition, at the University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy on February 7 – 9, 2025 with over 130 attendees.

A new mathematical model developed at the University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy can determine a baby’s overall drug exposure when their mother is taking medication.