Alberta - Apply for Pharmacist License

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Procedure

Apply by Mail:

1. To Apply for Pharmacist License, the applicant has to approach the Canadian Pharmacists Association link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned branch officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Demonstrate proficiency in English or French, the official languages of Canada. This may involve providing proof of language proficiency through standardized language tests, such as the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP).
7. Depending on the province, you may be required to pass the PEBC Evaluating Exam. This exam assesses your knowledge and understanding of the Canadian pharmacy practice.
8. Complete the PEBC Qualifying Exam (Part I and Part II), which assesses your competency in pharmacy practice and clinical skills. These exams are typically required for licensure in most provinces.
9. Fulfil the practical experience requirements set by the licensing authority. This may involve completing a certain number of supervised practice hours or a structured practical training program, such as an internship or residency.
10. Some provinces require candidates to pass a jurisprudence exam, which assesses your knowledge of the laws, regulations, and ethics related to pharmacy practice in that specific jurisdiction.
11. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned office mailing address.
12. The mailing address is mentioned in the “Office Locations & Contacts” section of this page.
13. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
14. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
15. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
16. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
17. Undergo a criminal record check and provide any additional documentation or information required for background checks.
18. Once the application is approved, the applicant will receive your pharmacist license from the licensing authority. This license grants you legal permission to practice pharmacy in the specific province or territory.
19. This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Fee receipt
• Proof of Education
• Postgraduate Training Records
• Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) Results
• Certificate of Professional Conduct
• Language Proficiency Test Results
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Professional Reference Letters
• Criminal Record Check
• Proof of Medical Liability Insurance
• Any other documents (if required)

Office Locations & Contacts

The Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC)
200-59 Hayden Street
Toronto, ON M4Y 0E7
CANADA
TELEPHONE: 416-979-2431
FAX: 416-599-9244
EMAIL: [email protected]
Contact link

Canadian Pharmacists Association
851 Industrial Avenue
Mailbox M035
Ottawa, ON K1G 4L3
Tel: 1-800-917-9489 or 613-523-7877
Fax: 613-523-0445
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Eligibility

• Any person who completed the post graduate in pharmacy is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Contact number
• Email ID
• Mailing address
• Product details
• Citizenship code
• Qualification details
• Training details
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• A pharmacist license in Canada is an official authorization granted by the regulatory authority or college of pharmacists in each province or territory.
• It allows individuals to legally practice pharmacy and provide pharmaceutical care to patients within their jurisdiction.
• Obtaining a pharmacist license is a mandatory requirement for pharmacists to ensure they meet the professional standards and regulatory requirements set by their respective licensing body.

Information which might help

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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External Links

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Others

• To maintain their license, pharmacists are required to fulfil continuing education requirements, adhere to professional codes of conduct and ethics, and stay updated with the evolving pharmacy practice standards and regulations.
• Failure to meet these requirements or any violation of the regulatory rules can lead to disciplinary actions, suspension, or revocation of the pharmacist license.