Ministerial Statement: Provincial Government Thanks Pharmacy Professionals During Pharmacy Appreciation Month

Alex Kennedy · CBC News · Posted: Apr 08, 2026 3:30 PM EDT | Last Updated: April 8 reporting image

Alex Kennedy · CBC News · Posted: Apr 08, 2026 3:30 PM EDT | Last Updated: April 8Canada-wide

Hospital pharmacists say staffing crunch is wearing them thin — and hurting patient care | CBC News

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The article reports that hospital pharmacists in Newfoundland and Labrador say a staffing shortage is severe, pushing them to a breaking point and impacting patient care. It notes union leaders say vacancies exceed 20% system-wide, with some rural hospital pharmacies around 25% staffed, and that pay levels are a key factor in recruitment and retention,…

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Pharmacists rally at metro hospitals, warning of deepening staffing shortages - NTV: Newfoundland and Labrador's Most Trusted News Source

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The Department of Health and Community Services says it values the essential role of pharmacy professionals and is reviewing how to address challenges to ensure the sustainability of pharmacy services within the public health system. Officials indicate they were in touch with the AAHP last week to discuss concerns, and the department is exploring ways to…

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Apr 8, 2026ntv.caEnglish

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CTV National News: Pharmacists call for more support across N.L. – CTVNews

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The report notes that pharmacists in Newfoundland and Labrador are urging more government support due to staffing shortages in hospitals. The shortages are described as causing stress for staff and reducing the time available with patients.

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Apr 8, 2026ctvnews.caEnglish

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Pharmacists at breaking point with severe staffing shortages - NTV: Newfoundland and Labrador's Most Trusted News Source

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The article reports that pharmacists across Newfoundland and Labrador are at a breaking point due to severe staffing shortages and rising vacancy rates. It notes that pharmacists are calling for government action to address these issues.

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Apr 3, 2026ntv.caEnglish

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PHARMACISTS AT BREAKING POINT AS STAFFING CRISIS DEEPENS ACROSS NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR | Association of Allied Health Professionals

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The article reports that the Association of Allied Health Professionals (AAHP) is warning of severe pharmacist staffing shortages in Newfoundland and Labrador’s public sector, with vacancy rates near 20% province-wide and 40%–75% in some rural hospitals. It states that despite productive discussions with Government and NL Health Services, proposed…

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Apr 1, 2026aahp.caEnglish

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The PostScript Issue 119 - College of Pharmacy of Newfoundland and Labrador

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The article reports that the College of Pharmacy of Newfoundland and Labrador (CPNL) launched an online compliment form as part of its Working Conditions and Workforce Wellness Action Plan, allowing the public to share positive experiences at pharmacies. It also notes that CPNL is seeking a community-pharmacy-based pharmacy technician to join the…

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Mar 31, 2026cpnl.caEnglish

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