Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia

Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia PANS is the advocacy body for over 1,500 pharmacy professionals in Nova Scotia.

PANS OBJECTIVES

* to advance the academic, scientific, professional and commercial aspects of pharmacy and its practitioners in Nova Scotia;
* to encourage and promote improvement in public health in Nova Scotia;
* to co-operate with any pharmaceutical, scientific, medical, dental and trade associations who have similar objectives to those of this association;
* to promote liaison

among the various branches of pharmacy;
* to collect, develop and disseminate information to assist members in successful pharmacy management;
* to obtain and/or provide and/or administer member benefits;
* to be the official spokesman for its members; and
* to act as a centre of employment information for members seeking employment in Nova Scotia.

08/21/2026
Friday Fact: “Water pills” don’t just affect water—they can also affect electrolytes and blood pressure. That’s why moni...
08/21/2026

Friday Fact: “Water pills” don’t just affect water—they can also affect electrolytes and blood pressure. That’s why monitoring and medication reviews are important for some people taking them.

Safe opioid use starts with the right support. Pharmacists are medication experts who help ensure opioids are used safel...
08/20/2026

Safe opioid use starts with the right support. Pharmacists are medication experts who help ensure opioids are used safely, effectively, and appropriately—while identifying opportunities to reduce harm.

💡SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT💡Steve Foran is a gratitude-driven leadership expert, author, and founder of Gratitude at Work who has...
08/19/2026

💡SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT💡Steve Foran is a gratitude-driven leadership expert, author, and founder of Gratitude at Work who has spent more than 18 years helping leaders and organizations build happier, more engaged, and high-performing workplace cultures.

We're excited to welcome Steve as the keynote speaker at this year's Saturday evening Pharmacy Ball. In this pharmacy-focused presentation, Steve will explore how cultivating a gratitude-based mindset can help overcome stress, navigate uncertainty, and move beyond the feeling of "never enough"—unlocking greater fulfillment, resilience, and success both personally and professionally.

🔗 Register for the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Conference today at pans.ns.ca/conference

Some opioid tablets are designed to release medication slowly over time. Crushing them can release too much medication a...
08/19/2026

Some opioid tablets are designed to release medication slowly over time. Crushing them can release too much medication at once, increasing the risk of overdose. Always ask your pharmacist before altering any medication.

UPDATE: All appointments for the Early Skin Cancer Detection Clinics at Brookline Pharmacy and Bridgewater Guardian Phar...
08/18/2026

UPDATE: All appointments for the Early Skin Cancer Detection Clinics at Brookline Pharmacy and Bridgewater Guardian Pharmacy are full. No more appointments are available at this time.

Pharmacy is kinda chic ✨ Getting trusted advice, managing your medications, staying up to date on vaccines, and taking c...
08/18/2026

Pharmacy is kinda chic ✨ Getting trusted advice, managing your medications, staying up to date on vaccines, and taking care of your health—all in a place that’s right in your community. Your pharmacy is more than just a place to pick up prescription.

Do you know what's inside a naloxone kit? Understanding each item is the first step toward being prepared to respond con...
08/17/2026

Do you know what's inside a naloxone kit? Understanding each item is the first step toward being prepared to respond confidently in an opioid overdose emergency. Knowledge saves lives.

08/17/2026

"Joining the JPLP was one of the best decisions I’ve made — I’m truly living my dream and loving every minute of being a Nova Scotia pharmacist!" ~ Ola, JPLP Pharmacist

Concerned about a mole or skin lesion? 2 NS pharmacies are partnering with NSH's SPOT study to help improve early skin c...
08/17/2026

Concerned about a mole or skin lesion? 2 NS pharmacies are partnering with NSH's SPOT study to help improve early skin cancer detection. Free 10-minute appointments will be available at Brookline Pharmasave (Aug. 24) and Bridgewater Guardian Pharmacy (Aug. 26), where a pharmacist and medical student will capture a dermatoscopic image for review by a participating dermatologist. This innovative research aims to support earlier identification and faster access to specialist care for Nova Scotians. Learn more and book an appointment: https://ow.ly/j8mH50ZArYl

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210-238A Brownlow Avenue
Dartmouth, NS
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