Black Pharmacy Professionals of Canada

The Black Pharmacy Professionals of Canada (BPPC) is a community-driven, volunteer-led, nonprofit organization established in October 2023 for Black pharmacists, pharmacy interns, technicians, students and residents. BPPC is committed to advancing equity for Black pharmacy professionals and patients at every level of healthcare in Canada. BPPC was launched as a Call to Action in response to feedback from the 2023 Canadian Black Pharmacy Students' Conference and a Black History Month gathering, where students and pharmacy professionals highlighted the underrepresentation of Black pharmacy professionals in the Canadian pharmacy schools, profession and leadership, lack of relatable role models and mentors, as well as networking opportunities, underscoring the systemic barriers they face in career growth among other things. BPPC was therefore created to address the unique challenges and needs of Black pharmacy professionals and patients. BPPC provides a dedicated platform for Black pharmacy professionals to connect, collaborate, and support one another.

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