Manitoba cuts pharmacist licensing timeline from 4.5 years to 75 days for international applicants

26th, Feb 2026

Manitoba cuts pharmacist licensing timeline from 4.5 years to 75 days for international applicants

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Manitoba has introduced a faster registration process for internationally trained pharmacists, including those from the United States. The new pathway reduces the licensing timeline from roughly four and a half years to about 75 days.

Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara says the change will improve access to pharmacy services across the province, particularly in rural areas. Last year, 51 U.S.-trained pharmacists received their Manitoba licenses.

Applicants from the U.S., Australia, U.K., New Zealand, and Ireland can now qualify through this expedited route while still meeting Manitoba's regulatory standards.

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