Registration fees and estimated timelines vary based on the registration type and the applicant’s path to registration in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Fees
Accepted payment methods include Visa, Mastercard, cheque, or money order.
For information on any fee related to registration, licensing, or authorization, please refer to the appropriate Schedule of Fees below:
For information on fees related to third parties, please visit the appropriate link below. Third parties may have restrictions on the types of payments they accept.
- Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) Schedule of Fees
- National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) – Pharmacists’ Gateway Canada Enrolment
- Memorial University School of Pharmacy – Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
- Keyin College – Pharmacy Technician ( Grand Falls-Windsor)
- Keyin College – Pharmacy Technician (St. John’s)
- College of the North Atlantic – Pharmacy Technician
Please note that fees associated with English language proficiency tests and professional liability insurance will vary by provider.
Timelines
The following tables outline the standard processing time of registration-related applications and requirements, as well as how long each requirement is valid and additional notes. Please select the appropriate table from the list below:
Registration Application Timelines
Please Note: The timelines below assume that applications are complete, fees have been paid, and all required supporting documentation has been submitted.
| Application | Processing Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy Student Registration Application | 5-7 business days | Once approved, registration is effective for one year. |
| Pharmacy Intern Registration Application | 5-7 business days | Required before applying to complete practical training for pharmacists.
Once approved, registration is effective for one year. |
| Practical Training Application | 5-7 business days | Applicants must be registered as an intern prior to this application being reviewed.
Applications must be submitted in advance of starting practical training. See relevant Practical Training Requirements for Registration as a Pharmacist or Practical Training Requirements for Registration as a Pharmacy Technician. |
| Registration Exam Application | 4-6 weeks | This includes the time to apply, write the exam, and receive the results. Applications must be submitted at least four weeks before the exam’s sitting date. |
| Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician Registration Application | 5-7 business days | Once approved, registration is effective until December 31st of the registration year.
Annual renewal of registration is due on or before November 30th of each year. See relevant registration requirements for |
| Letter of Standing | 5-7 business days | Will be issued directly to the body noted on the application.
Requests for Letters of Standing are administered through the Registrant Portal. |
| Scopes of Practice Authorization Applications | 5-7 business days | Applications for Authorization are administered through the Registrant Portal. |
Pharmacy Licensing Application Timelines
Please Note: The timelines below assume that applications are complete, fees have been paid, and all required supporting documentation has been submitted.
| Application | Processing Time | Required Lead Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change Pharmacist-in-Charge Application | 5-7 business days | 30 days | Application must be submitted at least 30 days before the requested change date. |
| New Pharmacy Licence Application | 7-10 business days* | 90 days | Application, all relevant fees, and detailed diagram of the layout of the new pharmacy must be submitted at least 90 days before the date the pharmacy is scheduled to open.
Pharmacy licences are issued following a successful opening inspection. |
| Pharmacy Name Change Application | 5-7 business days | When there is a planned pharmacy name change with no associated change in ownership, the application must be submitted before the date the name change is to take place. | |
| Pharmacy Relocation Application | 7-10 business days* | 90 days | The completed application, all relevant fees, and a detailed diagram of the layout of the new pharmacy location must be submitted for approval at least 90 days before relocating the pharmacy.
The new pharmacy location must be successfully inspected before the pharmacy relocates. |
| Pharmacy Renovation Application | 7-10 business days* | 30 days | The completed application, all relevant fees, and a detailed diagram of the renovated pharmacy/dispensary layout must be submitted for approval at least 30 days before initiating any renovations.
The new pharmacy location must be successfully inspected before the pharmacy relocates. |
| Change in Pharmacy Ownership Application | 7-10 business days* | 30 days | The pharmacist-in-charge and the owners acquiring the pharmacy must jointly complete and submit the application with relevant fees at least 30 days before the expected ownership change. |
| Request for Temporary Closure of a Community Pharmacy Application | 5-7 business days | 30 days | The pharmacist-in-charge must complete and submit the application at least 30 days before the start date of the temporary closure or immediately for unforeseen circumstances.
See Temporary Pharmacy Closure Policy. Permanent Closure If you intend on permanently closing your pharmacy, please contact usat least 30 days before the intended date of closure. |
| Lock & Leave Approval Application | 5-7 business days | All lock and leave enclosures must be approved before use.
If installation of the enclosure alters the floor plan of the dispensary, a separate renovation application is also required. |
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| Application to Offer Central Fill Services | 10-14 business days | The policy and procedure manual for Central Fill Services must be submitted with the application.
See Licensing Requirements for Centralized Prescription Processing (Central Fill) Policy. |
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| Satellite Pharmacy Services Application | 7-10 business days
Note that approval may take up to 4 weeks |
30 days | Application, all relevant fees, and detailed diagram of the layout of the satellite pharmacy must be submitted for approval at least 30 days before the proposed opening date. |
| Telepharmacy Services Application | 7-10 business days
Note that approval may take up to 4 weeks |
30 days | Application, all relevant fees, telepharmacy services policy and procedure manual, and detailed diagram of the layout of the remote site must be submitted to NLPB for approval at least 30 days before the proposed opening date.
See Licensing Requirements for Hospital Pharmacies providing Telepharmacy to Remote Hospital Sites. |
* Depending on the complexity of the pharmacy design, review and feedback on the floorplan may take longer, applicants will be advised if this is the case.
Third-Party Timelines
Please Note: Third-party timelines are estimates provided as a courtesy and are subject to change. Please refer to the third-party provider for the most accurate information.
| Requirement | Provider | Processing Time | Valid For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacists’ Gateway Canada Enrolment | Pharmacists’ Gateway Canada | Online application processed immediately | Until registered by the provincial regulatory authority | Required for international pharmacists and graduates of international pharmacy programs |
| Document Evaluation | Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) | Acknowledgment: 6 weeks (approx.) Results: 8 weeks |
5 years | Required for international pharmacists and graduates of international pharmacy programs |
| Pharmacist Evaluating Exam | Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) | Application: 3 months (approx.) Results: 3 weeks |
No expiry | Required for international pharmacists and graduates of international pharmacy programs |
| Qualifying Exam | Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) | Application: 3 months (approx.) Results: 8 weeks |
No expiry | Required for new Canadian graduate applicants for registration as pharmacists or pharmacy technicians, as well as international pharmacists, and graduates of international pharmacy programs |
| English Language Proficiency Testing | Various | Varies | Generally 2 years from date of test | Required for international pharmacists and graduates of international pharmacy programs
See English Language Proficiency Testing Requirements for Registration. |
| Certificate of Conduct (Criminal Record Check) | Sterling BackCheck | Approximately 24 hours for Canadian Checks | 6 months from date of issue | Required for applicants for registration as pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students, and pharmacy interns |
| Professional Liability Insurance | Insurance provider | Varies | Effective dates of policy | All registered pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students, and pharmacy interns are required to obtain and maintain professional liability insurance regardless of whether they are actively practicing.
See Professional Liability Insurance Requirements for Registration. |
