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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS ACT
The Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) will replace the Health Professions Act (HPA), which currently provides the 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
Guest Post - New Policy: Access to Prescribed Alternatives in British Columbia
The Ministry of Health has released a new policy, Access to Prescribed Alternatives in British Columbia: Policy Direction (PA Policy), to operationalize the requirement that the consumption of all PA medication doses must be witnessed by a health professional. The PA Policy replaces previous guidance with updated requirements for the provision of PA in B.C. and introduces a witnessed model of care to reduce the risk of diversion, improve safety, and support continued access to life-saving care among people at risk of harm from the toxic drug supply. The PA Policy is now in effect. All PA programs, services, and patients are expected to fully transition to the witnessed model by December 30, 2025.
2026/2027 Registration and Licensure Fees
The CPBC Board recently approved fees for the 2026/27 registration year. Annual registration/licensure fees will increase 6% for pharmacists, 6% for pharmacy technicians, and 13.5% for pharmacies. CPBC will also charge a special fee next year to help fund several specific regulatory and technological upgrades.
Proposed Bylaw for Comment: Virtual Care Practice Standards
The College Board is asking for your feedback on the proposed new Virtual Care Practice Standards Bylaw.
Complaints and Concerns
The College of Pharmacists of British Columbia protects the public by ensuring that registered pharmacy professionals provide safe and effective pharmacy care. Contact the College if you have any concerns about the delivery of pharmacy care.
