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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
New Regulation to Limit the Sale of Tirzepatide and Dulaglutide
On July 17, 2025, the Province announced that tirzepatide and dulaglutide, more commonly referred to by their brand names Mounjaro and Trulicity, will now be included in the "Limits on Sale" regulation under the Pharmacy Operations and Drug Scheduling Act (PODSA) to preserve supply of these diabetes drugs in British Columbia.
New health profession legislation comes into force on April 1, 2026
The Ministry of Health has confirmed that the Health Professions Act (HPA) will be repealed on April 1, 2026 and replaced by the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA).
Important Advisory on measles in British Columbia
There has been a significant increase in measles cases across multiple health authorities in British Columbia. The risk of contracting measles and having severe complications is particularly high among unvaccinated populations.
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.
