January 19, 2024

Friday Five (January 19, 2024)

The January 19th, 2024 edition of the Friday Five is now available.

Mandatory CPD Webinar 2: Pharmacy Practice Integration of Indigenous Health Standards

The College of Pharmacists of Manitoba (CPhM) partnered with the Indigenous Pharmacy Professionals of Canada (IPPC) to offer two mandatory continuing professional development webinars. The first webinar, Indigenous Health, was held in June 2023, coinciding with National Indigenous History Month. It explored the history and ongoing effects of colonialism on Indigenous Peoples’ health, resilience, culture, and provided practical learning opportunities which aimed to integrate Indigenous health into pharmacy practice.  The recording can be viewed in the Registrant Portal.

The second webinar (webinar 2), Pharmacy Practice Integration of Indigenous Health Standards, will take place on February 7, 2024, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. This will be recorded for later viewing for those who cannot attend the live event.

Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians must view the live or recorded webinar by October 31, 2024.

Webinar 2 aims to provide pharmacy professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to provide equitable care to Indigenous individuals. Participants will learn about the modifiable environmental and practice styles that reflect Indigenous ways of knowing, create safe spaces, and understand how to integrate equitable care strategies to support Indigenous individuals in their pharmacy practice. The webinar will also cover the barriers Indigenous individuals face when accessing care in urban and remote locations and provide strategies to improve access to care in pharmacy practice. By the end of the webinar, participants will be better equipped to provide culturally safe and competent care to Indigenous individuals. 

Registration and Accreditation:

To register for the live webinar and for further information, including speaker bios and learning objectives, click here. 

After attending or viewing the mandatory webinar, participants must complete the learning activity evaluation form to receive a statement of participation. The webinar can be claimed for up to 1.5 accredited continuing education units (CEU). Together, let’s work towards a healthcare system that ensures safer and more equitable care for all. 

If you have any questions, please contact profdevelopment@cphm.ca. 

Pharmacy Technician Regulatory Issues Survey – We Want to Hear from You

The College of Pharmacists of Manitoba (CPhM) Council recently established an ad hoc committee: Pharmacy Technician Regulatory Issues.  This Ad Hoc Committee is asked to review the current issues and/or barriers related to pharmacy technician regulation in Manitoba.

The Committee is now seeking input and feedback from all pharmacy staff (not limited to pharmacists only) about their perceptions of existing and potential issues and barriers related to pharmacy technician regulation in Manitoba.

The Committee will use the information gathered from the survey to provide recommendations to Council to identify and minimize barriers, fostering an environment that promotes enhanced pharmacy technician practices and increased patient safety across the province.

Pharmacy managers are encouraged to print and display the attached poster in their pharmacies, making the survey accessible for all pharmacy staff: – Poster

The survey contains 10-15 questions and will take approximately 15 minutes or less to complete. The survey will close on February 18, 2024.

Click here to complete the survey

Upcoming Virtual Townhall on Proposed Amendments to the CPhM Bylaws

Please be advised that the recent consultation on proposed amendments to the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba’s (CPhM) bylaws has concluded. This collaborative effort marks a significant step toward modernizing the governance framework to better serve the public interest. Thank you to everyone that provided their feedback; your comments and suggestions will be presented to CPhM Council for careful consideration.

Next Steps: Virtual Town Hall

Please be reminded of the upcoming Virtual Town Hall scheduled for Monday, January 29th, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

During this session, CPhM Council will outline key elements of the proposed bylaws which have been revised to incorporate your feedback and will address additional questions during the question-and-answer portion of the Town Hall. Use the link below to register to attend this upcoming virtual event.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2017043885014/WN_9SCsDFz7QjKHv3cE-x1MhQ

Accreditation: You can claim up to 1.5 accredited continuing education units (CEU) in your online PD Log.  After attending the live session, please complete the learning activity evaluation form to receive your statement of participation.

As part of its commitment to transparency and accountability, Council will post a summary of the questions and responses addressed at the Town Hall.  Please note, the session will not be recorded for later distribution due to the nature and timeliness of the topic.  The Town Hall session is part of the on-going governance review and consultation on the proposed bylaw revisions.

Your involvement is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to your continued engagement.

CPhM Career Opportunity – Professional Conduct Coordinator

CPhM is presently in search of a Professional Conduct Coordinator to manage all administrative tasks and coordinate the activities of its complaints resolution and discipline processes. 

The Professional Conduct Coordinator is the first person of contact for all concerns and complaints received by the CPhM and works to prioritize, assess, and direct incoming matters appropriately.

This is a full-time permanent position, Monday to Friday, based on a 37.5 – hour workweek.

For a complete description of the duties, qualifications, and required attributes for this position, and to apply, view the on-line posting:

Career Page: https://www.fitzii.com/apply/83459?s=fc 
Indeed: https://www.fitzii.com/apply/83459?s=in 
LinkedIn: https://www.fitzii.com/apply/83459?s=li  

Applications will be reviewed from all sources as received until the position is filled.

CPhM values diversity and inclusion and encourages all qualified people to apply.

Opportunity – Applications for NAPRA’s National Drug Scheduling Advisory Committee

The National Association of Pharmacy Regulators (NAPRA) is seeking experts with knowledge and experience in various disciplines such as pharmacotherapy, drug utilization, drug interactions, toxicology, pharmacy practice, medical practice, academic research, the drug industry, and pharmaceutical regulatory affairs at federal, provincial, and/or territorial levels to serve on their National Drug Scheduling Advisory Committee (NDSAC).

NAPRA will have two (2) vacancies on the NDSAC arising in 2024 and is inviting applications for the following positions:

  • An academic expert in drug use, with teaching and/or research experience preferably in the area of nonprescription pharmacotherapy, self-care or minor ailments prescribing
  • An individual with expertise in pharmacotherapy and/or drug utilization and/or epidemiology, preferably a practicing pharmacist or physician

NAPRA’s website has extensive information about the NDSAC and the drug scheduling process. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact NAPRA staff by e-mail at ndsac@napra.ca or by phone at 613-569-9658 ext. 237. View the full listing here.

Upcoming Events and Professional Development Opportunities

Virtual Townhall on Proposed Amendments to the CPhM Bylaws

Mandatory CPD Webinar 2: Pharmacy Practice Integration Health Standards

  • To register for the live webinar and for further information, including speaker bios and learning objectives, click here.
  • Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians must view the live or recorded webinar by October 31, 2024.
  • 1.5 accredited CEU.

Medical Examiner PD Webinar – Engaging Patients with Care: Tapering, Brief Interventions, and Substance Use Insights

  • Click here to view the recording.
  • 1.5 accredited CEU.

Lessons from Complaints: A Series on Injection-Related Best Practices Part 1: Best Practices Review for Pharmacists & Part 2: Trends in Injection-Related Complaints

  • Click here to view the recordings. 
  • 0.75 accredited CEU.

Managing Drug Shortages in Pediatric Patients

  • Click here to view the recording.
  • 0.75 accredited CEU.