News | Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto

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Made-in-Toronto cancer nanomedicine gets green light for clinical trial

Fourteen years after making a landmark discovery, a team of Toronto researchers has received Health Canada approval to test a homegrown innovation in a world-first clinical trial.

PharmD student Shahzil Sheikh on rotation at Women's College Hospital in Toronto.

New Three-Year Doctor of Pharmacy program at U of T a first in Canada

The new pharmacy program prepares students to be confident, versatile pharmacists capable of thriving in a rapidly evolving world of health care and discovery.

AnnaMaria Passas, 2023-24 Pharmaceutical Industry Residency Program Award recipient

Pharmaceutical industry resident finds growth in new challenges

Pharmaceutical Industry Residency Program Award recipient AnnaMaria Passas gained new skills through residency and research project to improve marketability in industry.

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Pharmacy alum sees change in acceptance of Indigenous cultures in health care

During Deborah Emery’s 40-year pharmacy career, she provided care in Sioux Lookout, Thunder Bay and Manitoulin Island.

Grad to Watch: Jackie Fule Liu’s research focuses on better outcomes for diabetes patients

A recent PhD graduate, Jackie Fule Liu combines hands-on skill and big-picture thinking to help tackle diabetes care challenges.

U of T community members recognized with Order of Canada

Congratulations to Dean Emeritus and Professor K. Wayne Hindmarsh on his appointment.

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Welcoming Ivy Lam as Academic Lead in Climate, Health & Sustainable Care

Assistant Professor Lam will guide the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy's efforts to embed environmental sustainability across the Faculty.

Pharmacy alum’s research shows how full-scope practice improves cancer care

Honoured with a national award, Adrian de Boer says his residency experience was a powerful reminder that he's making a meaningful change to the pharmacy profession.

Left to right: Assistant Professor Bowen Li, Associate Professor Sandra Bjelajac Mejia, Professor Jillian Kohler, and Lauren Cadel, PhD candidate

Congratulations to the 2025 AFPC Award Recipients

Faculty and graduate student honoured with Association of Faculties of Pharmacy of Canada (AFPC) awards for excellence in pharmacy education and research.

LDFP Alumnus Heidi Wittke portrait with trees in the background

Pharmacy alum passionate about helping community pharmacists practice to full scope

As a pharmacy leader at Rexall, Heidi Wittke uses frontline experience to lead initiatives that improve patient care

2025 Graduate Research in Progress (GRIP) co-chairs Stephanie Skalitzky and Ariel Corsano (front) with GRIP Committee members.

Bridging Research and Industry: GRIP 2025 highlights innovation and real-world impact

Over 200 attendees from academia, healthcare, and industry gathered last week for the 2025 GRIP symposium, celebrating the depth and diversity of graduate student research.

Alison Thompson, Acting Associate Dean, Academic, with APPE Preceptors Rohit Lal, Gail Hopkins, Melissa Lo, Tarek Habash, Amanda Gin, and Julie Yeh, with Marcia McLean, Assistant Professor – Teaching Stream and Academic Lead, Experiential Education

Seven pharmacists recognized as APPE Preceptors of the Year

Preceptor of the Year Awards recognize excellence in teaching and mentorship.