About Us

Saskatchewan's Leader in Continuing Pharmacy Education

We develop, implement, support, and evaluate continuing professional development opportunities for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

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Mission

To develop and deliver meaningful and responsive continuing education to support healthcare professionals in providing exceptional patient care. 

Vision

To lead and inspire a culture of lifelong learning for healthcare professionals by setting the standard in education innovation, accessibility, and responsiveness.  

Our Programs

Our programs are based on evidence-informed best practices, they are relevant, and they are timely to cover changes in practice and new topics meeting gaps in quality education opportunities for healthcare providers.

Guiding Principles

Our Strategic priorities include:

EXCELLENCE

  • We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of educational content and delivery.  

ENGAGEMENT

  • We prioritize active engagement in all our educational initiatives, creating interactive and participatory learning experiences. We encourage deeper understanding, critical thinking, and practical application of knowledge. Our commitment to engagement ensures that participants are not just passive recipients of information but active contributors to their own learning journey, enhancing their skills and competencies in meaningful ways. 

INNOVATION

  • We believe in a culture of curiosity, creativity, and resourcefulness in seeking out and integrating best practices to enhance the learning experience. We aim to set the benchmark for quality and effectiveness in continuing education, continually raising the bar for what learners can expect and achieve. 

RELEVANCE

  • We want to stay relevant to our members and our community and will continue to deliver content that is timely and pertinent to the evolving field of healthcare. 

UNIQUENESS

  • We recognize the importance of offering distinctive learning experiences that set our programs apart. In doing so, we provide innovative and specialized educational opportunities that fill current gaps in healthcare continuing education.
ACCESSIBILITY
  • We affirm the importance of reducing barriers to access and engagement. Our commitment to accessibility fosters an inclusive educational environment that supports the diverse needs of our community.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
  • We champion a culture of diversity and inclusion, where diverse perspectives are meaningfully incorporated into our programing. 

Organizational Values

Our interactions are guided by:

COLLABORATION

We foster a culture of teamwork and cooperation, valuing each member's input and recognizing that together, we can achieve more than any one individual alone.  
We seek connections, start conversations, build relationships, and collaborate with the pharmacy and broader healthcare community. 

GROWTH

We value the opportunities for our members to experience personal growth regardless of the level of involvement. 

FLEXIBILITY

We embrace adaptability and responsiveness to the needs of our colleagues and partners. This allows us to navigate challenges with agility and maintain a dynamic work environment that accommodates the evolving needs of our team and those we serve. 

COMMUNICATION

We prioritize clear, open, and respectful communication as the foundation of our teamwork and success. Recognizing that effective dialogue enhances understanding, resolves conflicts, and fosters an inclusive environment, we are committed to maintaining a culture where every voice is heard and valued.  

CREATIVE RESOURCEFULNESS

We ask questions, investigate ideas, look for creative solutions and believe that anything is possible. 

CELEBRATION

We celebrate our successes and recognize and value the contributions of our current and former members. We make sure our internal and external partners feel appreciated and valued.