Introduction to Manitoba Society of Pharmacists

 

Why become a member?

The Society is a recognized voice of pharmacists on a wide range of issues including reimbursement for services, employment issues, and managed care and other drug utilization initiatives. Whether you are an employee pharmacist, an employer pharmacist, a hospital pharmacist, or a non-practising pharmacist, there are many good reasons to be a member of your professional organization. To be a successful organization, the Society needs you as a member.

"Manitoba Society of Pharmacists is a not-for-profit voluntary organization whose purpose is to promote and advocate the economic and professional interests of its members."

The Benefits of Membership

• Malpractice Insurance through the CPBA: $2 million in basic personal malpractice coverage (higher limits are available).
• Access to The MSP Insurance Program that offers policies on life, and extended health through Ed Bodnarchuk at Union Securities and Commercial and Property Insurance through Bill Benham at Ruban Insurance.
• A legal assistance plan for members and immediate family through D’Arcy & Deacon.
• Coverage of certain practice related legal expenses incurred in Civil Court or at disciplinary hearing involving the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association (certain conditions apply).
• Assante offers Financial Management Services along with unique benefits for members and their immediate family.
• AVIS Rent a Car membership savings card for special discounts.
• Winnipeg Winter Club offers members a discounted rate. The club has an excellent sporting facility located close to downtown Winnipeg.
• Academy Massage Therapy offers members a corporate discount for their services. Academy Massage Therapy has two locations in Winnipeg.
• Six issues of Communication Magazine with accredited and non-accredited Continuing Education units included.
• Member updates via Communication Plus, our email newsletter.
• Weekly job posting and listing of available pharmacists.
• Access to MSP’s website.
• Annual Wage and Benefits survey.
• Negotiate with third parties on fees and reimbursement issues.
• Political Action for Pharmacy
• Mediate disputes between pharmacists and third parties over fees and interpretation of provider agreements.
• Promote pharmacists and their services.
• Access to the Scotia Professional Plan