All pharmacists in the Yukon must:
- register;
- hold a Yukon licence; and
- renew their licence every year.
Each licence type listed below includes information on:
- eligibility;
- documentation requirements; and
- fees.
We recommend that you read this information before you apply.
A full licence allows you to:
- use the title of pharmacist; and
- work to the full extent of Yukon regulations.
Eligibility
You must meet all of the following requirements.
- You hold a current pharmacist licence in another Canadian jurisdiction that's equal to a full pharmacist licence in the Yukon.
- You practised pharmacy in another Canadian jurisdiction in the 2 years before applying for your Yukon licence.
- You’re in good standing in all the jurisdictions you’re licensed in.
- You've passed the Yukon Jurisprudence Exam.
Complaints or actions against you
If you've had any complaints or disciplinary or criminal action against you:
- we'll assess your eligibility on a case-by-case basis; and
- we may not approve your registration or licensing.
Documents we require
You'll need to provide the following documents with your application. You must provide these in an electronic format such as JPG, PDF or PNG.
All applicants must provide
- Your current government-issued photo ID (not a health care card)
- Your criminal record check – international criminal record check if applicable
- Proof of liability insurance for the following amounts:
- $2 million per individual claim
- $4 million annually
- Your verification of registration, sent directly to Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (PLRA) from all jurisdictions currently and previously licensed in
The portal has more details on these documentation requirements.
Fees and payment information
Fees
Registration and annual licence fee: $100
Payment
If we approve your application, we'll email you an invoice for your registration and $100 annual licensing fee. Once you receive this invoice, you can pay through the portal.
An intern or provisional licence allows you to:
- work under supervision; and
- use the title of pharmacist intern.
Eligibility
You must meet all of the following requirements.
- You hold a current pharmacist licence in another Canadian jurisdiction that is equal to an intern licence in the Yukon.
- You’re enrolled in a supervised structured practical training program in this other Canadian jurisdiction.
- The jurisdiction monitoring the training program has approved a licensed Yukon pharmacist to act as your supervisor.
- You’re in good standing in all jurisdictions you’re licensed in.
Complaints or actions against you
If you've had any complaints or disciplinary or criminal action against you:
- we'll assess your eligibility on a case-by-case basis; and
- we may not approve your registration or licensing.
Documents we require
You'll need to provide the following documents with your application. You must provide these in an electronic format such as JPG, PDF or PNG.
All applicants must provide
- Your current government-issued photo ID (not a health care card)
- Your criminal record check – an international criminal record check if applicable
- Proof of enrolment in a supervised structured practical training program
- Proof of a Yukon pharmacist supervisor
- Your verification of registration, sent directly to Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (PLRA) from all jurisdictions currently and previously licensed in
The portal has more details on these documentation requirements.
Fees and payment information
Fees
Registration and annual licence fee: $40
Payment
If we approve your application, we'll email you an invoice for your $40 annual licence fee. Once you receive this invoice, you can pay through the portal.
Apply for a student licence if:
- you’re currently enrolled in an accredited pharmacy program in Canada ;
- you plan to use the title of student pharmacist in the Yukon.
Eligibility
You must meet all of the following requirements.
- You're currently enrolled in an approved pharmacy degree program at a Canadian university.
- The university has approved and will monitor your student practicum in the Yukon.
Complaints or actions against you
If you've had any complaints or disciplinary or criminal action against you:
- we'll assess your eligibility on a case-by-case basis; and
- we may not approve your registration or licensing.
Documents we require
You'll need to provide the following documents with your application. You must provide these in an electronic format such as PDF, JPG or PNG.
The portal has more details on these documentation requirements.
All applicants
- Your current government-issued photo ID (not a health care card)
- Your criminal record check – international criminal record check if applicable
- A letter of endorsement from the program director at your university
- Your verification of registration, sent directly to Professional Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (PLRA) from all jurisdictions currently and previously licensed in.
Fees and payment information
Fees
Registration and annual licence fee: $0
Before you apply for a pharmacist licence you must complete the Yukon jurisprudence exam. The passing grade for this exam is 80 per cent.
Contact pharma.plra@yukon.ca for instructions on accessing the exam and for a link to the complete exam.
All pharmacists licensed in the Yukon can apply for the following endorsements.
Injections – intramuscular or subcutaneous
You must submit the following documents when you apply.
- Proof of completing a Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy Competency – Mapped Accredited Immunization and Injection Program
- Proof of First Aid
- Proof of CPR
You must provide all your supporting documents in an electronic format such as JPG, PDF or PNG.
Initial Prescribing: Schedule A – Listed minor ailments
No supporting documentation is required.
Initial prescribing: Schedule B – Listed preventable diseases
You must provide proof of completion of travel vaccine course work.
You must provide all your supporting documents in an electronic format such as JPG, PDF or PNG.
Contact us for more information about approved courses.
Initial Prescribing: Schedule C – Designated drugs
You do not need any supporting documents.
How to add an endorsement with your application
To add an endorsement with your application, go to “Request a licence change” when you're logged into the online portal. You'll find the “Request a special endorsement” button there which will guide you through process.
For all certificate types
- Create a profile. With your profile you'll be able to:
- login to the portal at any time;
- upload documents;
- view your registration information; and
- apply for a licence
- Apply for a licence.
- Follow the steps after you click on "Apply for a licence" under the "Licensing" tab.
- Refer to information on this page if you need to.
Tips
- You do not have to submit an application to create a profile on the portal.
- Prepare your documents ahead of time. Save them first as digital files so that they're ready to upload when you apply.
- You can take a picture of a document with your mobile device to submit it as a digital document.
For questions about the application process, email pharma.plra@yukon.ca or phone 867-667-5111, toll free in the Yukon 1-800-661-0408, extension 5111.