Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada

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Earlier this week, Sandra Hanna, took the stage for a keynote at the Jean Coutu Congress in Vancouver. She delivered strong remarks focused on protecting and advancing the future of Canada’s community pharmacy sector, emphasizing the sector's evolving role in healthcare access and patient support.  #CommunityPharmacy #PharmacyLeadership Photo: Michael Sean Lee Photography

Today, the Adult Vaccine Alliance / Alliance Vaccins pour Adultes released a study (https://lnkd.in/gwcwWdPc) that highlights the significant health and economic benefits of increasing adult vaccination rates in Canada. The report reveals that adult vaccines, including those for influenza, COVID-19, shingles, and pneumonia, generate $2.5 billion in economic and healthcare benefits annually. A modest 10% increase in vaccination rates could provide an additional $685 million to the economy each year. While vaccines are critical for preventing severe illness and supporting the Canadian economy, current access and funding limitations hinder their full potential. Our own Shelita Dattani, who is also an AVA Executive member, emphasized, “Our study demonstrates that adult vaccines are not only an excellent tool for supporting population health—they can be a vital economic asset. For every dollar invested in vaccines, Canada gains a $3.41 return in healthcare savings and economic benefits. These are savings we cannot afford to ignore.” Community pharmacies are instrumental in improving access to these vaccines, playing a crucial role in ensuring Canadians can easily receive the vaccinations they need. By expanding access and funding for adult vaccines, we can unlock their full potential in protecting public health and strengthening the economy. Read the AVA news release here: https://bit.ly/4fhxHag #AdultVaccination #RoutineVaccination #PublicHealth #Immunization

As #NationalPharmacare implementation discussions evolve, understanding how different models could impact the economic landscape for pharmacies is more important than ever. 💊 In this Canadian Healthcare Network / The Medical Post article, our own Shelita Dattani, PharmD offers expert insights on the financial challenges pharmacies might face under various pharmacare configurations. She emphasizes the need to carefully balance pharmacies' critical role in patient care with their long-term sustainability, underscoring the importance of aligning healthcare access with the economic realities pharmacies navigate every day. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4fgoeQx

We're eager to share our response to the Government of Ontario's consultation on proposed changes to the pharmacy sector. Our submission highlights key opportunities to expand pharmacy's role in primary care, focusing on improving access to minor ailments services, enabling broader immunization capabilities, and optimizing medication reviews. By leveraging pharmacies in every community, we can better connect Ontarians to timely, quality care. Read more about our recommendations and our belief in the important role that pharmacy teams can play in shaping the future of healthcare in Ontario here: https://bit.ly/4fi1P5E

As advocates for accessible healthcare, we are committed to sharing vital information and insights on #NationalPharmacare. Our recent submissions and resources are designed to inform our members and partners about the ongoing developments to this important legislation. #ResourceRoundup ICYMI - here is some of the work we've been doing over the past few months. We hope these tools and resources allow for a better understanding the implications of #NationalPharmacare and how we can all work together to develop a #pharmacare system that meets the needs of all Canadians: -- Op-Ed by Sandra Hanna on National Pharmacare Legislation -- https://bit.ly/4feIBxv -- Our Statement on the Introduction of Bill C-64 -- https://bit.ly/3YJ3CeB -- The Financial Impact of First Phase of Single-Payer Pharmacare -- https://bit.ly/3Yy9Q0v -- Our HESA Recommendations -- https://bit.ly/4eUDAdL -- Our SOCI Submission -- https://bit.ly/3BheNSq #Pharmacare #HealthcareAccess #PharmacyAdvocacy

ICYMI, we recently hosted two important virtual discussions that shed light on the future of pharmacy in Canada: 1️⃣ On October 4, we held an exclusive virtual event that delved into the latest on Bill C-64 as it moved through the Senate. Our panel of experts from Enterprise Canada provided firsthand insights, unpacked key points from the federal review process, and shared highlights from our SOCI presentation on September 26th. They also discussed what’s next for this important legislation. Watch here: https://bit.ly/3ZEkRhW 2️⃣ Care You Can Count On - The Pharmacy Difference: In our latest Advocacy in Action livestream, our panelists highlighted the significant role pharmacies play in healthcare delivery and patient support. If you want to understand how pharmacy professionals are making a difference in our communities, don't miss watching this one: https://bit.ly/4fdONpx #PharmacyAdvocacy #NationalPharmacare #PrimaryCare #PatientSupport

As part of our deep dive into #NationalPharmacare resources this week, we’d like to reshare our series of "In the Know" webinars on Bill C-64, featuring insights from government experts at Enterprise Canada. These exclusive sessions for our members and partners covered key concerns and questions on the progress of the pharmacare bill as it moved through the House and Senate. Most recently, the October 4th webinar highlighted the final steps in the legislation's passage and outlined what to expect now that it has become law. ICYMI, here are the recordings 📹 : ⭐ October 4: Understanding the Latest on Bill C-64 (https://lnkd.in/ghcW5Ecz) ⭐ May 31: Pharmacare Act: What We Know and What Comes Next Part II ( https://lnkd.in/gTFJ2zXr) ⭐ March 1: Pharmacare Act: What We Know & What Comes Next (https://lnkd.in/gkcrimmw) Be sure to check them out! #NationalPharmacare #Healthcare #HealthPolicy

With Bill C-64 now receiving Royal Assent, we’re taking this week to spotlight some of the critical work we have done in our leadership on National Pharmacare. As this legislation moves towards implementation, it’s essential that pharmacy operators are actively involved in the decision-making process. #NationalPharmacare is more than a just a policy change—it’s about ensuring that pharmacies can continue to provide accessible, sustainable care that supports the health and well-being of Canadians in every community. Today, we’re sharing an article from our Summer 2024 Gazette that explores how the implementation of #NationalPharmacare could impact drug coverage, patient access, and the essential role pharmacies will play in navigating this new landscape. 📰 Read more below ...

Today we celebrate 🎉 Pharmacy Technician Day! 🎉 Let’s take a moment to recognize the behind-the-scenes heroes who are vital to the smooth operation of community pharmacies. Pharmacy techs play a crucial role in managing medications, supporting pharmacists, and ensuring patient safety, all of which contribute to high-quality, personalized care. #RxTechs We thank you for your dedication, constant attention to detail and commitment to our communities’ health! 💊❤️ #PharmacyTechnicianDay #ThankYouPharmacyTechs #RxTechDay