www.nspharmacy.ca, the official website of the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator (NSPR), provides information about the pharmacy regulator, pharmacist and pharmacy technician registration, pharmacy licensure, and pharmacy practice in our province.

The information on this site is intended as a resource to pharmacy professionals and future pharmacy professionals, and to the public.

Public interpretation of health information on this site should not be substituted for the advice of a healthcare professional. For specific health matters, visitors to this site are encouraged to consult their pharmacist or other appropriate healthcare provider.

Occasionally, alternate websites are referenced on this site. This does not imply an endorsement by NSPR. The Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator does not endorse specific organizations, products, or therapies.

Nova Scotia Pharmacy Regulator is located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People, and we acknowledge them as the past, present, and future caretakers of this land.

We respect and honour the Peace and Friendship Treaties that were signed in this territory, setting the terms of coexistence between settlers and the Mi’kmaq people. These Treaties remain in place today.

We recognize our responsibility to uphold the Treaties in the spirit of Reconciliation and collaboration. We acknowledge the harms that have created and continue to create health inequities for Mi’kmaq People, and we commit to moving forward in partnership.

We are all Treaty People.

We recognize the histories, legacies and contributions of African Nova Scotians, a distinct people with connections to the original 52 land-based Black communities. African Nova Scotians have been a key part of enriching the culture and history of Mi’kma’ki for more than 400 years.

Mi’kma’ki includes all of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, part of New Brunswick, the Gaspé region of Quebec, part of Maine, and southwestern Newfoundland.

Pharmacy Technician Candidate

If you are a student enrolled in an accredited pharmacy technician program, a student enrolled in an approved pharmacy technician bridging program, a graduate from an accredited pharmacy technician program, or a pharmacy technician interested in resuming practice and would like to apply for licensure as a pharmacy technician candidate with the NSPR, please follow the steps outlined below.

It is important to note, that individuals looking to license as a pharmacy technician must apply for licensure as a pharmacy technician candidate before any practice experience can be accumulated in the province.  

Complete each of the following and submit all items in ONE email to the NSPR Registrations & Licensing Team at registrations@nspharmacy.ca.

1
Application Form

Download and complete the Application for Pharmacy Technician Candidate – Bridging Program.

2
Proof of Identity

An applicant must submit a signed NSPR Identification Verification Form AND

A copy of an approved government-issued photo identification document notarized by a Notary Public in Canada OR certified by pharmacist or pharmacy technician that holds a valid license with the NSPR.

3
Statement of Disclosure

Download and submit the Statement of Disclosure Form.

4
Criminal Record Check

Complete an “Enhanced Police Information Check” (myBackCheck) by visiting  www.sterlingtalentsolutions.ca/nspharmacists. This must be conducted within three months of the completed registration process.

5
Professional Liability Insurance

Provide the NSPR with a letter or certificate from an insurance provider confirming that the professional liability insurance policy meets the legislated criteria.

6
Proof of Enrolment in an Approved Pharmacy Technician Bridging Program

This is a copy of your confirmation of enrolment from your student account for the current term.

7
Letter of Standing (if applicable)

This is only required if you are currently registered with a pharmacy regulatory authority in another province. If so, you must contact that authority and request that they complete a letter using the Letter of Standing Template.

8
Proof of Completion of Prerequisite Work Experience

Submit Eastern College Pharmacy Technician Bridging Program Declaration of Completion of Required Hours of Work Form.

9
Injection Technical Permit (if applicable)

If applying for an injection technical permit, submit a completed Drug Administration by Injection Technical Permit Application, along with supporting documentation and fee. A valid NSPR injection technical permit is required to administer injections in practice.

10
Payment of Applicable Fees

Submit the required registration and licensing fees to proceed with your application.

  • View Fees: Schedule of Fees
  • How to Pay: A payment link will be emailed to you following submission of your application.   
  • Payment Methods: We accept VISA, VISA Debit, MasterCard, and Debit Mastercard.

Once your application is approved, we will issue your certificate of registration and licence. You must display this certificate in the pharmacy where you practice.

Complete each of the following and submit all items in ONE email to the NSPR Registrations & Licensing Team at registrations@nspharmacy.ca.

1
Application Form

Download and complete the Application for Pharmacy Technician Candidate – Accredited Program.

2
Proof of Identity

An applicant must submit a signed NSPR Identification Verification Form AND

A copy of an approved government-issued photo identification document notarized by a Notary Public in Canada OR certified by pharmacist or pharmacy technician that holds a valid license with the NSPR.

3
Statement of Disclosure

Download and submit the Statement of Disclosure Form.

4
Criminal Record Check

Complete an “Enhanced Police Information Check” (myBackCheck) by visiting  www.sterlingtalentsolutions.ca/nspharmacists. This must be conducted within three months of the completed registration process.

5
Professional Liability Insurance

Provide the NSPR with a letter or certificate from an insurance provider confirming that the professional liability insurance policy meets the legislated criteria.

6
Proof of Enrolment in an Accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program

This is a copy of your confirmation of enrolment in an accredited pharmacy technician candidate program for the current term.

7
Letter of Standing (if applicable)

This is only required if you are currently registered with a pharmacy regulatory authority in another province. If so, you must contact that authority and request that they complete a letter using the Letter of Standing Template.

8
Injection Technical Permit (if applicable)

If applying for an injection technical permit, submit a completed Drug Administration by Injection Technical Permit Application, along with supporting documentation and fee. A valid NSPR injection technical permit is required to administer injections in practice.

9
Payment of Applicable Fees

Submit the required registration and licensing fees to proceed with your application.

  • View Fees: Schedule of Fees
  • How to Pay: A payment link will be emailed to you following submission of your application.   
  • Payment Methods: We accept VISA, VISA Debit, MasterCard, and Debit Mastercard.

Once your application is approved, we will issue your certificate of registration and licence. You must display this certificate in the pharmacy where you practice.

Complete each of the following and submit all items in ONE email to the NSPR Registrations & Licensing Team at registrations@nspharmacy.ca.

1
Application Form

Download and complete the Application for Pharmacy Technician Candidate – Graduate.

2
Proof of Identity

An applicant must submit a signed NSPR Identification Verification Form AND

A copy of an approved government-issued photo identification document notarized by a Notary Public in Canada OR certified by pharmacist or pharmacy technician that holds a valid license with the NSPR.

3
Statement of Disclosure

Download and submit the Statement of Disclosure Form.

4
Criminal Record Check

Complete an “Enhanced Police Information Check” (myBackCheck) by visiting  www.sterlingtalentsolutions.ca/nspharmacists. This must be conducted within three months of the completed registration process.

5
Professional Liability Insurance

Provide the NSPR with a letter or certificate from an insurance provider confirming that the professional liability insurance policy meets the legislated criteria.

6
Proof of Graduation

This is a copy of your diploma or degree, or a document issued from your College.

7
Letter of Standing (if applicable)

This is only required if you are currently registered with a pharmacy regulatory authority in another province. If so, you must contact that authority and request that they complete a letter using the Letter of Standing Template.

8
Injection Technical Permit (if applicable)

If applying for an injection technical permit, submit a completed Drug Administration by Injection Technical Permit Application, along with supporting documentation and fee. A valid NSPR injection technical permit is required to administer injections in practice.

9
Payment of Applicable Fees

Submit the required registration and licensing fees to proceed with your application.

  • View Fees: Schedule of Fees
  • How to Pay: A payment link will be emailed to you following submission of your application.   
  • Payment Methods: We accept VISA, VISA Debit, MasterCard, and Debit Mastercard.

Once your application is approved, we will issue your certificate of registration and licence. You must display this certificate in the pharmacy where you practice.

Complete each of the following and submit all items in ONE email to the NSPR Registrations & Licensing Team at registrations@nspharmacy.ca.

1
Application Form

Download and complete the Application for Pharmacy Technician Candidate – Resumption of Practice.

2
Statement of Disclosure

Download and submit the Statement of Disclosure Form.

3
Criminal Record Check

Complete an “Enhanced Police Information Check” (myBackCheck) by visiting  www.sterlingtalentsolutions.ca/nspharmacists. This must be conducted within three months of the completed registration process.

4
Professional Liability Insurance

Provide the NSPR with a letter or certificate from an insurance provider confirming that the professional liability insurance policy meets the legislated criteria.

5
Proof of Enrolment in or Completion of an Accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program or an Approved Pharmacy Technician Bridging Program

This is a copy of the applicant’s Confirmation of Enrolment or Diploma from their student account
for current term.

6
Letter of Standing (if applicable)

This is only required if you are currently registered with a pharmacy regulatory authority in another province. If so, you must contact that authority and request that they complete a letter using the Letter of Standing Template.

7
Injection Technical Permit (if applicable)

If applying for an injection technical permit, submit a completed Drug Administration by Injection Technical Permit Application, along with supporting documentation and fee. A valid NSPR injection technical permit is required to administer injections in practice.

8
Payment of Applicable Fees

Submit the required registration and licensing fees to proceed with your application.

  • View Fees: Schedule of Fees
  • How to Pay: A payment link will be emailed to you following submission of your application.   
  • Payment Methods: We accept VISA, VISA Debit, MasterCard, and Debit Mastercard.

Once your application is approved, we will issue your certificate of registration and licence. You must display this certificate in the pharmacy where you practice.

Licensure to practice pharmacy as a pharmacy technician candidate automatically expires on December 31 and must be renewed each year.

The requirements to renew licensure include maintaining appropriate professional liability insurance, signed declarations, and the submission of the annual renewal form and fees by the renewal deadline of November 30 of each year. Renewing after November 30 incurs a late fee.

If your licensure expires, you must also apply to resume practice and pay additional fees.  

Licensure renewals can be completed through the NSPR Registrant Portal.