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.
The University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy opened its doors for the Ray of Hope Community Centre to host their Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walk to raise funds and awareness for people experiencing homelessness, hurt and hunger.
Dr. Nardine Nakhla, associate professor at the University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy and community pharmacist, has been honoured with the 2024 Pharmacy Practice + Business, Business Innovation Award. This award is presented to a pharmacist that has created a unique practice or business that benefits patients, pharmacy practice and/or the healthcare system.
The University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy’s Women in Pharmacy Leadership (WIPL) program hosted a free webinar on February 19, 2025, ‘Your inner saboteurs: What they are and how to manage them’.
Coming from a family of professionals in politics, medicine and academia, both in Nigeria and Canada, Olivia Nwaokocha (PharmD'24) was always inspired to drive meaningful change. Olivia is currently working as a community pharmacist, serves as the Black Pharmacy Professionals of Canada (BPPC) event committee chair and is a working group associate for the Federation of Black Canadians where she contributes to national health equity efforts.
Waterloo Pharmacy is leading an initiative to enhance access to health care in northern and rural communities. Supported by a $530,000 US grant from the McKesson Foundation, the School is building on their existing work to create more co-op and clinical placement opportunities and support in northern and rural communities for our pharmacy students.