HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS ACT
The Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) has replaced the Health Professions Act (HPA), this provides the new common regulatory framework for BC’s health professions and regulatory colleges.
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BUSINESS PRESSURES TIPLINE
CPBC 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
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Director of Policy, standards, and Practice
CPBC is seeking a leader with expertise in regulation or public policy and partner engagement to serve as Director of Policy, Standards and Practice (PSP). Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, this permanent full-time role leads PSP’s strategic and operational priorities, overseeing the regulatory framework for safe, ethical and competent pharmacy practice and pharmacy operations.
Job Opportunity: Project Coordinator Student Intern
CPBC is seeking a post-secondary student currently working toward a degree or diploma in business administration, project management, information systems, or a related field to join our Business Transformation Department as a Project Coordinator Student Intern for a three-month term.
UPCOMING WEBINAR: CIRCL Part 4: Preparing for June 1st and Beyond - May 7, 2026
This webinar will be hosted by CPBC and will provide a practical overview of the steps pharmacies should be taking now to prepare for full CIRCL implementation on June 1, 2026. The session will focus on what needs to be in place by that date, as well as what comes after.
Complaints and Concerns
The College of Pharmacists of British Columbia protects the public by ensuring that licensed pharmacy professionals provide safe and effective pharmacy care. Contact the College if you have any concerns about the delivery of pharmacy care.
Eyhh Slaxin (Good Medicine) Line
The Eyhh Slaxin (Good Medicine) Line is a dedicated phone line for Indigenous individuals to speak directly with CPBC to share their concerns about pharmacy care experiences in British Columbia.




