Enroll in Pharmacists’ Gateway Canada
Pharmacists’ Gateway Canada is the national online platform used by NAPRA to support internationally educated pharmacists (IEPs) pursuing licensure in Canada. Creating a Gateway profile is a required first step in the pharmacy licensure process.
What Is Pharmacists’ Gateway Canada?
Pharmacists’ Gateway Canada is a centralized system that:
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Provides a national roadmap for pharmacy licensure in Canada
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Connects candidates with key organizations involved in licensure
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Stores and shares documents securely with authorized regulators
The platform is administered by NAPRA and used by:
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Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (PRAs)
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Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC)
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NAPRA administrators
Purpose of Your Profile
Your Gateway profile serves as a central hub for your licensure journey.
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National ID (NAPRA ID):
Required for PEBC applications, including Document Evaluation -
Document Repository:
Secure storage of licensure-related documents -
Information Sharing:
Allows authorized regulatory bodies to access your information -
Progress Tracking:
Helps you understand required steps and current status
How to Enroll in Pharmacists’ Gateway Canada?
1. Create an Account
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Register online and create your personal profile
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You will receive a NAPRA ID number
2. Pay the Enrolment Fee
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Pay the one-time Gateway enrollment fee
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Your profile becomes active once payment is confirmed
For specific fee details, visit the Enrollment Fee Information
3. Access Your Profile
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Log in to your Gateway account
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View your roadmap and document repository
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Use your NAPRA ID for PEBC and other applications
Important Notes
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Gateway enrollment does not replace PEBC or provincial applications
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Enrollment does not guarantee eligibility for exams or licensure
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Requirements beyond Gateway enrollment are determined by PEBC and provincial regulators