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        Information on how to renew registration with the College. 

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      • Certification for Drug Administration by Injection and Intranasal Route

        This section is for pharmacists who want to become certified to administer immunizations by injection and intranasal route. 

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        Learn more about declarations you can submit on eServices upon successful completion of certain requirement(s) in the bylaws/Professional Practice Policies.

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        This section is an overview of the Jurisprudence Exam process.

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        Learn how  to order a replacement registration certificate.

      • Structured Practical Training (SPT)

        Learn more about Structured Practical Training.

      • Professional Liability Insurance for Pharmacy Professionals

        Learn about Professional Liability Insurance for Pharmacy Professionals

      • Registration Committee Policy

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      • Registration Committee Review Process Overview

        Learn more about the process for a registration application that is referred to the Registration Committee for review.

      • Registration FAQ

        This section will highlight the Registration Department's most frequently asked questions.

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        Learn how to apply for a pharmacy education site licence.

      • Community Telepharmacy

        Learn how to apply for a community telepharmacy licence.

      • Hospital Pharmacy Satellite

        Learn how to apply for a hospital pharmacy satellite licence.

      • Pharmacy Licensure Guide

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      • Pharmacy Licence Renewal

        Learn how to renew a pharmacy licence.

      • Pharmacy Licence Reinstatement

        Learn how to apply for reinstating a pharmacy licence that has expired within 90 days.

      • Pharmacy Licensure Guide

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    • Pharmacy Changes
      • Pharmacy Changes
      • Change of Direct Owner

        Applying for a change of ownership from one legal entity to another (including amalgamation).

      • Change of Indirect Owner

        Applying for a change of directors, officers, and/or shareholders of a BC non-publicly traded corporation.

      • Change of Manager

        Applying for a change of pharmacy manager.

      • Change of Authorized Representative (AR)

        Applying for a change of authorized representatives of a direct owner that is not a corporation.

      • Change of Corporation Name

        Reporting a name change of a corporation (direct or indirect owner).

      • Change of Operating Name or External Signage Name

        Applying for a change of the pharmacy name.

      • Change of Location

        Applying for relocation of a pharmacy.

      • Change in Layout

        Applying for renovation of a pharmacy.

      • Change in Pharmacy Operational Information

        Reporting changes to pharmacy hours, pharmacy services and staff roster.

      • Pharmacy Licensure Guide

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    • Pharmacy Closure
      • Pharmacy Closure
      • Anticipated Temporary Closure

        Applying for anticipated temporary closure of a pharmacy.

      • Unanticipated Temporary Closure

        Applying for unanticipated temporary closure of a pharmacy.

      • Permanent Pharmacy Closure

        Applying for permanent closure of a pharmacy.

    • Licensure Resources
      • Licensure Resources
      • Proof of Eligibility

        Basic information about the eligibility criteria, attestation and criminal record history for direct/indirect owners and managers.

      • Pharmacy Manager's Responsibilities

        Review this section if you are or will be a pharmacy manager.

      • Pharmacy Licensure Guide

        Detailed information about all licensure processes, including how to use eServices for applicable licensure purposes.

      • Licensure Forms and Checklists

        Quick access to all form and checklists for licensure purposes.

      • Application Committee Review Process Overview

        Learn more about the process for a pharmacy application that is referred to the Application Committee for review.

  • Complaints
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      • Complaints Criteria

        Learn about what the College can and cannot investigate.

      • Contacting the College about a Complaint

        Learn how to contact the College about a complaint.

      • Complaints Process

        Learn more about our complaints resolution process.

      • Duty to Report

        Learn more about the duty to report.

      • Complaints and Discipline Publication Policy

        Review the complaints and discipline publication policy.

    • Complaints Outcomes
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  • Programs
    • College Programs
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      • PharmaNet

        Learn more about PharmaNet.

      • Practice Review Program

        Learn more about the way we review pharmacy professionals and pharmacies. 

      • Professional Development

        Learn more about our professional development and assessment program.

      • Controlled Prescription Program

        Learn how the Controlled Prescription Program reduces inappropriate prescribing of selected controlled drugs and prevents forgeries.

      • DrugSafeBC

        Learn more about the College's provincial awareness campaign. 

      • 125th Anniversary Conference - Presentations & Webcast

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  • Resources
    • Provincial Legislation
      • Provincial Legislation
      • Acts and Bylaws

        The Health Professions Act, Pharmacy Operations and Drug Scheduling Act, Pharmaceutical Services Act, and Bylaws can be found here.

      • Bylaws for Comment

        Learn more about bylaws for comment.

      • Prohibition on the Provision of Incentives

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    • Professional Practice Policies and Guides
      • Professional Practice Policies and Guides
      • Professional Practice Policies and Guides

        This section includes all general pharmacy practice, community pharmacy, and hospital pharmacy professional practice policies.

      • Opioid Agonist Treatment

        Learn more about the requirements for safe dispensing of drugs used to treat opioid use disorder.

      • Injectable Opioid Agonist Treatment

        Learn about the requirements for pharmacist-supervised injectable hydromorphone maintenance treatment within community pharmacies.

      • PPP-58: Adapting a Prescription

        Learn about the standards to adapt a prescription in BC.

      • Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID)

        This section includes information and resources for medical assistance in dying.

      • Patient Relations Program Standards

        The Patient Relations Program Standard helps to protect public safety by providing clear standards and requirements for dealing with misconduct of a sexual nature.

      • Section 56 Exemptions for Providing Controlled Substances to Community Health Facilities

        Learn more about the Section 56 exemptions.

    • Federal Legislation
    • Drug Distribution
    • Code of Ethics: Educational Tutorial
    • ReadLinks
      • ReadLinks
      • ReadLinks

        Read the latest ReadLinks articles here.

      • ReadLinks Guest Post Submission Guidelines

        Learn more on how to submit a guest post for ReadLinks.

    • ReadLinks Archive
    • Pharmacy Resources
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      • Community Pharmacy Resources

        Find more information for community pharmacy.

      • Hospital Pharmacy Resources

        Find more information for hospital pharmacy.

      • Jurisprudence Exam Resources

        These are resources to help pharmacists and pharmacy technicians prepare for the Jurisprudence Exam. 

      • Electronic Record Keeping

        Learn more about electronic record keeping.

      • Compounding

        Learn more about the implementation of NAPRA's New Model Standards for Pharmacy Compounding

      • Mifegymiso

        Learn more about dispensing Mifegymiso in BC.

      • Naloxone

        Find more information about naloxone.

      • State of Emergency

        Providing continuity of care for patients during a state of emergency
         

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    • Patient Resources
      • Patient Resources
      • Your Pharmacy Experience

        Learn more about how pharmacists and pharmacy technicians can help you achieve better health outcomes. 

      • PharmaNet Patient Record

        Learn more about your personal health profile.

      • Useful Links

        Find more helpful information and resources. 

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News

September 2017 Board Highlights Now Available
September 15, 2017

The highlights from the September Board Meeting are now available.

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College Board Elections - Electronic Polls Now Open
September 1, 2017

Polls are now open for Metropolitan Vancouver (District 1), Vancouver Island/Coastal (District 3), and Community Hospitals(District 7). Completed electronic ballots must be submitted by 5:00pm on Friday, October 6, 2017.

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