The Alliance of Canadian Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities

Resources, programs, and networking for pharmacy regulatory authorities

Sharing Pan-Canadian Information and Trends

Supplying Model Documents and Standards

Facilitating Connections and Consultation

Connecting Canadian Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities

The National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) facilitates collaboration for its members – the pharmacy regulatory authorities across Canada – to discuss and take a national approach in addressing common issues in the practice of pharmacy in Canada.

National Drug Schedules Program

NAPRA helps to harmonize the conditions of sale for non-prescription drugs across the country.

Gateway for International Pharmacists

The first stop for international pharmacy graduates who wish to practise in Canada.

NAPRA Publications

NAPRA creates model documents to support the work of the pharmacy regulatory authorities.

The Alliance of Canadian Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities

NAPRA offers a collaborative structure where members determine the topics of discussion and exchange on challenges and opportunities each jurisdiction faces and how they affect one another.

Representation

Members represent all Canadian provinces, territories, and the Canadian Armed Forces.

Pharmacists’ Gateway Canada

A platform to support the licensure process for international pharmacy graduates.

Point of Contact

National point of contact for engagement with interested parties at pan-Canadian and international levels.

A Valuable Alliance

A vital forum of exchange, connection and support for Canadian pharmacy regulators.

Latest News

NAPRA Pharmacy National Statistics
NAPRA Updates
February 12, 2025
The 2025 national statistics of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmacies in Canada have been posted to the NAPRA website. They include updated numbers for registered/licensed…
National Drug Schedule
NDS Updates
January 23, 2025
The proposed meeting of the National Drug Scheduling Advisory Committee (NDSAC) for March 23-24, 2025 is cancelled. The next meeting of the Committee is scheduled…
National Drug Schedule
NDS Updates
January 22, 2025
The interim recommendations made by the National Drug Scheduling Advisory Committee (NDSAC) on December 2, 2024 that: **Note: 8.5 mg of cetirizine base is approximately…

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