Pharmacy Appreciation Month 2026 | BC Pharmacy Association

Pharmacy Manager Eugene Mar and the team at Kerrisdale Medicine Centre Pharmacy, February 20, 2026.

Pictured left to right — Back row: Stan, Maggie, Garry, Sanil.
Centre row: Juliana, Regina, Saoirse, Tracy, Eugene.
Front row: Sitti, Pardis, Pauline, Joanne, Judi.

Join us in celebrating B.C.’s pharmacists!

Pharmacy Appreciation Month (PAM), celebrated every March in British Columbia and across Canada, recognizes the essential role that pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and entire pharmacy teams play in our health‑care system. From immunizations and point‑of‑care testing to medication reviews and prescribing for minor ailments and contraception, pharmacists provide vital services every day.

PAM is our annual opportunity to thank the professionals who support our health and well‑being. This month, we invite you to share your appreciation—whether in person or on social media—for the pharmacy teams who are always there when we need them.

Like, Share, and Comment for a Chance to Win $200!

During Pharmacy Appreciation Month, keep an eye out for our ‘Thank You, Pharmacists’ posts on social media — or follow one of the links below.

Engage with the post and you’ll be entered for a chance to win a $200 gift card! Here’s how to participate:

Like the post
Comment with the name of your favourite pharmacy or pharmacist
Share the post

Complete all three steps and you’ll be entered into the draw. At the end of March, we’ll randomly select one winner for the $200 gift card.

Shout-Outs

Every day, pharmacy professionals make a meaningful impact on their patients, colleagues, and communities. This section celebrates the heartfelt words of appreciation shared by those who have seen that dedication to the practice firsthand.

Brooke Caruth
Pharmacist, Shoppers Drug Mart #2214 - Castlegar

Quoted by: Breanna Tomilin (Friend)

“Brooke is an exceptional pharmacist whose clinical knowledge, professionalism, and compassion set her apart. She is calm, thoughtful, and highly dependable, and she consistently demonstrates sound judgment in complex situations.”

Tho-Chin (TC) Chua
Pharmacy Manager, Save-On-Foods Pharmacy #2208 – Clearbrook

Quoted by: Dawn Marazzi (Patient)

“TC makes our family feel valued and heard! We know that we will not be rushed through the line in order to get back to his behind-the-counter work. We have suggested this particular pharmacy to our friends and family as we feel that we have been treated very well and that we can get direction when health concerns arise.”

Joseph Falsetta
Pharmacy Manager, Pivot RX 2 – Kamloops

Quoted by: Daniella Falsetta (Sibling)

“His leadership is evident in the way he supports and mentors those around him, always leading by example with integrity and humility. He delivers exceptional patient care by building trusting relationships, showing genuine compassion, and going above and beyond to meet each patient's unique needs.”

March Pharmacy Spotlights

Throughout March, we’re spotlighting the amazing work of B.C.’s pharmacy teams. Don’t miss the photos, stories, and inspiring pharmacist features we’ll be sharing on our social platforms.

A Thank You to Pharmacists from B.C.’s Minister of Health

B.C.’s Minister of Health, Hon. Josie Osborne, shares her thanks with pharmacists for their dedication and impact across the province. Pharmacists offer more than services — they provide care, foster meaningful conversations, and build trusted connections with patients every day.

Pharmacy Facts at a Glance

7,000+ pharmacists in B.C.	4,300+ community pharmacists	1,441 pharmacies in 161 communities
107M prescriptions dispensed in 2025	>1M MACS claims (Jun 2023–Jan 2026)	2.1M flu & COVID‑19 vaccines (Oct 2025–Jan 2026)