| | Here are pharmacy organizations broken down by region: MTPA (Metropolitan Toronto Pharmacists Association What is it? The MTPA is a local, member-driven, professional association whose mission is to promote pharmacists as primary health care providers to the community, government and other stakeholders through education, representation, and the formation of strategic alliances. Student membership benefits: - Students are admitted free of charge to all MTPA continuing professional development programs, a great way to network
- An online summer employment registry planned for the new year
Student Membership cost = free as a U of T Pharmacy student!
How to register: online student link
Upcoming conferences (link for registration and info)
Contact for questions: Cathryn Sibbald OCP (Ontario College of Pharmacists) OPA (Ontario Pharmacists’ Association) What is it? OPA is a volunteer organization with over 6000 members. It advocates for the profession of pharmacy and for the quality care and well being of the people of Canada’s largest province. Student membership benefits: - The Ontario Pharmacist (mailed publication)
- Pharmacist’s Letter
- Medical Letter (Early Bird and Students only)
- OPA membership card to access retail savings and rewards through the TruCa$h program
- Order pharmacy publications through OPA at discounted rates
- Borrow OPA audio/visual materials for your pharmacy events
- Communication broadcasts
- Members-only access to the OPA website
- Discounted rates at attractions across Ontario
- Competitive corporate cell phone program
- Insurance discounts
- Continuing education programs at a reduced registration fee
Student Membership cost = $52.34 + GST = $56.00
How to register: online PDF link CAPSI (Canadian Association of Pharmacy Students and Interns)
What is it? Developed to promote and represent the interests of Canadian pharmacy students before organized bodies in pharmacy, other professions, government, industry, hospital and the community. CAPSI also serves to prepare them as professionals ready and willing to provide the best health care possible within pharmacy’s realm of expertise, and to enhance the profession of pharmacy by providing guidance and information to all members Student membership benefits: - Price discounts on textbooks and CAPSI events
- Symposia/educational seminars
- Drugs Fairs/Trade Shows
- CAPSI competitions
- Various social activities
Student Membership cost = included in our tuition (we are ALL members!) Ways to be involved in CAPSI: - Attend the 4-day PDW conference, hosted by a different Faculty of Pharmacy each year
- Express your thoughts and concerns to over 3,000 student colleagues through submissions to the CAPSIL
- Attend the Annual General Meeting and have your voice heard (it runs concurrent with PDW)
- Be a member of the National Executive Council (Talk to your local CAPSI Representatives, or a member of the current Executive Council, for election details)
CPhA (Canadian Pharmacists Association) What is it? CPhA is the national voluntary organization of pharmacists committed to providing leadership for the profession. Our vision is to establish the pharmacist as the health professional whose practice, based on unique knowledge and skills about drug therapy, ensures optimal patient outcomes. CPhA achieves its vision by serving its members through advocacy, facilitation, provision of knowledge, participation in partnerships, research and innovation, education and health promotion. Student membership benefits: - Free, universal membership with easy online sign up
- Student member discounts on CPhA products and services, including Therapeutic Choices, Patient Self-Care and e-products, plus a special pharmacy student price on the Compendium of Pharmaceuticals and Specialties (CPS) of only $99 (regular price $255)
- Subsidized student pricing on CPhA Annual National Conference registration
- Half-price subscription ($37.50) to the Canadian Pharmacists Journal, your source for current, peer-reviewed articles, research and more, plus universal online access at www.cpjournal.ca
- On-campus activities including seminars and workshops on professional topics
- Access to the Scotia Professional Plan for students, providing significant savings while you’re in school and for up to 12 months after graduation; Plan includes a no-fee chequing account with overdraft protection, an interest-only line-of-credit, choice of VISA card with a $5000 pre-approved limit and an Registered Savings Plan (RSP) account with the administration fees waived
- Monthly member updates through Student ClikInfo
- Access to up-to-date pharmacy practice research through the Translator and Live Links
- Voting privileges for electing the student representative on the CPhA Board of Directors
Student Membership cost = FREE
How to register: Go Here
Upcoming conferences: Annual National Conference 2010 – Calgary CSHP (Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists) What is it? The Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists is the national voluntary organization of pharmacists committed to the advancement of patient-centered pharmacy practice in hospitals and related health care settings. CSHP supports its members through advocacy, education, information sharing, development of standards, facilitation of research, and recognition of excellence Student membership benefits: - Personal subscription to the Canadian Journal of Hospital Pharmacy
- CSHP News and Employment Opportunities Bulletin (EOB)
- Ability to join the CSHP Pharmacy Specialty Networks (PSNs)
- Discount on CSHP CE events & publications
- Access to the members’ area for the CSHP website
- Eligibility for CSHP awards and practice recognition
Student Membership cost = $47.60 + GST = $50.93
How to register: online PDF link
Upcoming conferences (National event calendar link, Ontario branch events) NAPRA (National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities) IPSF (International Pharmacy Students Federation) What is it? IPSF is a non-governmental, non-political, and non-religious organization that aims to study and promote the interests of pharmacy students and encourage international co-operation amongst them. Benefits of being an individual member: - Participate in IPSF Congress, General Assemblies
- Receive IPSF publication and newsletters
- Opportunity to apply for Grants, Awards, and Internships
How to become a member: yearly application process (link to form)
Upcoming conferences: -54th IPSF Congress, August 1st to August 11th at Cluj-Napoca, Romania (Event Website) CPFI (Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International) What is it? It is a worldwide ministry of individuals working in all areas of pharmaceutical service and practice. Its mission is to provide fellowship among like-minded professionals, challenge and promote spiritual growth, encourage the advancement of knowledge and ethics in the practice of pharmacy, encourage evangelism and the integration of faith into practice, and, provide support and opportunity for service in both home and foreign missions. Student membership benefits: - Subscription to quarterly newsletter, Faith Script
- Subscription to semi-annual journal, Christianity and Pharmacy
- Opportunity to be active in short and long-term missions
- Opportunity to apply for scholarships
Student Membership cost = $20.00 (US dollars) How to register: Application Link CCPA (Chinese Canadian Pharmacists Association) What is it? CCPA is an organization that serves as a voice on matters of social and cultural concerns of Chinese Canadian pharmacists. Some of its objectives include to bring together pharmacists working in various fields such that they can share their experiences, to provide for and encourage the sharing of information and promote communication among members, to increase awareness of the essential role of pharmacists in the Chinese community, and to contribute to the community and promote the pharmacy profession. Student membership benefits: - Discounts at various different venues (golf clubs, restaurants, tour organizations)
- The opportunity to participate and attend FCCP functions include the Annual Conference, the Award of Merit, The Annual Chinese New Year Ball, and the Annual General Meeting
- Voting privileges for electing our CPhA Board of Directors
Student Membership cost = FREE! How to register: application form (word document) | |
