Provincial Scopes of Practice

Question 1

Compared to Alberta, what areas of pharmacy practice can Ontario NOT engage in? What aspects are pending legislation?

Answer 1

• Therapeutic substitution - Prescribing for minor ailments - Pending legislation = Ordering and interpreting tests

Question 2

Compared to Alberta, what areas of pharmacy practice are pending legislation in Saskatchewan?

Answer 2

• Ordering and interpreting tests - Injections - Technicians being regulated

Question 3

Compared to Alberta, what areas of pharmacy practice can British Columbia NOT engage in?

Answer 3

• Prescribing for minor ailments - Initiating drug therapy - Ordering and interpreting tests

Question 4

Compared to Alberta, what areas of pharmacy practice can Manitoba NOT engage in? What aspects are pending legislation?

Answer 4

• Therapeutic substitution - Pending legislation = Regulated technicians