Ontario Pharmacists Association

Ontario Pharmacists Association The Ontario Pharmacists Association is committed to evolving the pharmacy profession and advocating for excellence in practice and patient care in Ontario.

The Ontario Pharmacists Association (OPA) represents the views and interests of more than 17,500 pharmacists and pharmacists-in-training across the province. We work to inspire excellence in the profession and practice of pharmacy, and to promote wellness for patients. Our members work in community pharmacies, family health teams, long-term care facilities, hospitals, universities, business and government, and practice in more than 3,000 clinical settings.

Want to improve your understanding of post-covid conditions, also known as long covid? Watch the on-demand replay of OPA...
11/17/2025

Want to improve your understanding of post-covid conditions, also known as long covid? Watch the on-demand replay of OPA’s session with Dr. Zain Chagla as he covers the common symptoms, risk factors, and symptom management with pharmacotherapy. You will learn about the importance of patient communication and how to approach joint decision-making in these challenging cases:

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Empower your pharmacy practice with advanced diabetes management training that drives better patient outcomes. This dyna...
11/14/2025

Empower your pharmacy practice with advanced diabetes management training that drives better patient outcomes. This dynamic, expert-taught program helps you deepen your clinical knowledge, strengthen patient communication, and deliver confident, effective diabetes care: https://hubs.la/Q03Tm2K90

Take your diabetes care expertise to the next level with this newly refreshed course. This engaging, expert-led program gives you the skills and confidence to make a real impact in your patients’ lives, while meeting Ministry of Health (MOH) requirements for MedsCheck for Diabetes. Volume discount...

Today is  ! Advance your expertise in diabetes management with this newly revamped program. Designed and taught by leadi...
11/14/2025

Today is ! Advance your expertise in diabetes management with this newly revamped program. Designed and taught by leading experts, this comprehensive course fully prepares you for the Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE®) Exam and meets Ministry of Health (MOH) requirements for providing MedsCheck for Diabetes services:

Advance your expertise in diabetes management with this newly revamped program. Designed and taught by leading experts, this comprehensive course fully prepares you for the Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE®) Exam and meets Minis...

Are you a pharmacy owner, manager, or decision maker who wants to invest in your team's success? Watch our on-demand web...
11/13/2025

Are you a pharmacy owner, manager, or decision maker who wants to invest in your team's success? Watch our on-demand webinar to learn how OPA group investment and retirement solutions can help you attract top talent, increase employee satisfaction, and support long-term retention. Discover how our newest member benefit, the OPA Group Pension and Savings program, can help you build a loyal team and thriving pharmacy business:

Are you a pharmacy owner, manager, or decision maker who wants to invest in your team's success? Watch our on-demand webinar to learn how OPA group investmen...

OPA's partnership with Co-operators offers you access to industry-leading service. Co-operators stands out with Claim Gu...
11/12/2025

OPA's partnership with Co-operators offers you access to industry-leading service. Co-operators stands out with Claim Guarantee, allowing you to discuss options freely without impacting your premium. Need legal advice? It's complimentary with your home policy. Plus, manage your policy your way - online, by phone, or in person: https://hubs.la/Q03SVq_10

Today, we join Canadians across the country in remembering those who have served and sacrificed for our nation. May we c...
11/11/2025

Today, we join Canadians across the country in remembering those who have served and sacrificed for our nation. May we continue to honour their legacy through gratitude, remembrance, and service to our communities.

Join our webinar on November 20 to learn about OPA’s new Group Travel Insurance plan with Manulife. You’ll learn how to ...
11/10/2025

Join our webinar on November 20 to learn about OPA’s new Group Travel Insurance plan with Manulife. You’ll learn how to get worry-free coverage with this new member benefit. Our experts will go over how to access emergency medical and all-inclusive coverage options, how to enroll in this limited-time offer, and answer your questions live: https://hubs.la/Q03Sw9C70

Learn how deprescribing can minimize unnecessary risks and help patients wean off medications that are no longer necessa...
11/10/2025

Learn how deprescribing can minimize unnecessary risks and help patients wean off medications that are no longer necessary or creating adverse effects. You will learn strategies for safe deprescribing, and how to address common barriers and provide effective patient support: https://hubs.la/Q03StsWQ0

Register now: https://hubs.la/Q03Str300

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Help patients and providers find your specialized services for opioid use disorder. The OPA Pharmacy Opioid Services Loc...
11/07/2025

Help patients and providers find your specialized services for opioid use disorder. The OPA Pharmacy Opioid Services Locator (POSL) will connect providers and patients with pharmacies that offer opioid treatment services across Ontario. Add your pharmacy to the locator and play a vital role in improving access to care: https://hubs.la/Q03Sg-S30

Cold, dry weather can make managing atopic dermatitis even more challenging for patients. Learn from expert insights on ...
11/06/2025

Cold, dry weather can make managing atopic dermatitis even more challenging for patients. Learn from expert insights on moisturization, trigger management, and treatment optimization to improve patient outcomes and comfort all winter long:

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We applaud the Ontario government for moving forward with Any Willing Provider legislation. This is a significant step t...
11/06/2025

We applaud the Ontario government for moving forward with Any Willing Provider legislation. This is a significant step toward protecting patient choice and ensuring that all Ontarians can access care from the pharmacy they trust. By creating a fairer and more inclusive system, the government is helping to strengthen continuity of care, support small businesses, and uphold the high standards of pharmacy practice across the province.

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Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
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Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
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About the Ontario Pharmacists Association

The Ontario Pharmacists Association is committed to evolving the pharmacy profession and advocating for excellence in practice and patient care. With more than 10,000 members, OPA is the largest advocacy and continuing education organization for pharmacy professionals in Canada. By leveraging the unique expertise of pharmacy professionals, enabling them to practise to their fullest potential, and making them more accessible to patients, OPA is working to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the healthcare system. The pharmacy sector plays a strong role in Ontario with an economic impact of more than $6.3 billion across 4,500 pharmacies, employing 60,000 Ontarians.