About PANS
Advocacy body for pharmacy professionals in Nova Scotia dedicated to advancing the practice of pharmacy and improving the health of our community.
Our Vision
A collaborative, accessible, and sustainable health care system that values and maximizes the role of pharmacy.
Our Mission
We support our members to provide excellence in pharmacy care.
Our Strategic Priorities
We support excellence in pharmacy care, strengthen the role of pharmacy in Nova Scotia’s healthcare system, and promote a healthy, sustainable workforce.
What We Value
- Our members as essential to the delivery of effective healthcare in Nova Scotia.
- Respect for each others’ opinions, perspectives, and experiences.
- A Healthy Workforce with the tools and capacity to success as pharmacy professionals in NS
- Collective Action – we can achieve more collectively than alone
- Fair compensation for pharmacy practitioners and pharmacies
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Engaged Members
PANS Advocacy
Our Advocacy work focuses on advancing the role of pharmacy within Nova Scotia’s healthcare system. We engage with government, stakeholders, and the public to ensure pharmacists are recognized as essential healthcare providers. Through advocacy, we strive to expand access to pharmacy services, improve patient care, and build a stronger, sustainable healthcare system for all.
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Community Pharmacies
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Board of Directors: 2025-2026
