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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS ACT
The Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) has replaced the Health Professions Act (HPA), this provides the new common regulatory framework for BC’s health professions and regulatory colleges.
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BUSINESS PRESSURES TIPLINE NOW AVAILABLE
CPBC now offers a Business Pressures Tipline for those experiencing business pressures in pharmacies that may threaten public health & safety. Tips can be left by phone, email or online form.
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Latest News
UPCOMING WEBINAR: CIRCL Part 4: Preparing for June 1st and Beyond - May 7, 2026
This webinar will be hosted by CPBC and will provide a practical overview of the steps pharmacies should be taking now to prepare for full CIRCL implementation on June 1, 2026. The session will focus on what needs to be in place by that date, as well as what comes after.
CPBC Website Updates: HPOA Now In Force
The Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) is now in force, and we have updated our website to reflect many of the changes.
Message from the Registrar and CEO: A Significant Transition for Health Regulation in BC
In just a few days, on April 1, 2026, the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) will come into force, replacing the Health Professions Act (HPA) and introducing a new regulatory framework for the regulation of health professions in British Columbia.
Complaints and Concerns
The College of Pharmacists of British Columbia protects the public by ensuring that licensed pharmacy professionals provide safe and effective pharmacy care. Contact the College if you have any concerns about the delivery of pharmacy care.
Eyhh Slaxin (Good Medicine) Line
The Eyhh Slaxin (Good Medicine) Line is a dedicated phone line for Indigenous individuals to speak directly with CPBC to share their concerns about pharmacy care experiences in British Columbia.
