Mission
To provide an empowering environment for Black pharmacy professionals to grow through leadership and mentorship.
Our Vision
To lead excellence in practice amongst Black pharmacy professionals and promote equity for Black Pharmacy professionals and patients
Our History
The Black Pharmacy Professionals of Canada (BPPC) is a community-driven, volunteer-led, nonprofit organization established in October 2023 for Black pharmacists, pharmacy interns, technicians, students and residents. BPPC is committed to advancing equity for Black pharmacy professionals and patients at every level of healthcare in Canada.
BPPC was launched as a Call to Action in response to feedback from the 2023 Canadian Black Pharmacy Students' Conference and a Black History Month gathering, where students and pharmacy professionals highlighted the underrepresentation of Black pharmacy professionals in the Canadian pharmacy schools, profession and leadership, lack of relatable role models and mentors, as well as networking opportunities, underscoring the systemic barriers they face in career growth among other things.
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Reviews
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Years of experience
Our Core Values
Our Impact
Nov 2023
Launched a successful online campaign on LinkedIn and Instagram
Jan 2024
Established its governance, board of directors, committee chairs and vice-chairs
Feb 2024
Planned a mentorship program that includes an International Pharmacy Graduate (IPG) component.
March 2024
Established connections with various organizations and advocacy bodies
Jul 2024
Built a growing community of over 200 members and counting
Ongoing
Focused on leadership and engagement opportunities for BPPC members to foster meaningful change.
We are committed to making a positive impact in the pharmacy profession and look forward to continuing our efforts.

Mary Adegboyega
MRPharmS PGcert RPh
President & Co-founder

Dr. Nkem Iroh
PharmD, MBA, BCPS, CHE
Vice-President & Co-founder
Dr. Nkem Iroh is an innovative pharmacist leader with nearly 20 years of experience across diverse healthcare settings in Canada and the United States.

Nneka Ezurike
Pharm D, Bsc.Pharm, CDE, RPh, HCA-RHC™
Director of Communications & Co-Founder
Nneka Ezurike is a dedicated pharmacist, entrepreneur, and advocate for women’s empowerment and health.She owns multiple Shoppers Drug Mart franchises in Toronto.

Tobi Obatusin
BSc, PharmD Director of Strategy and Sponsorship
Dr. Tobi Obatusin is a visionary and a pharmacist with experience in both hospital and community practice settings.

Lisa-Kaye Williams
BScPhm, MHM, CHE, CDE
Interim Director Ontario Region
Lisa-Kaye Williams is a dedicated Pharmacist and business owner with over 15 years of experience in the pharmacy industry.

Tyiesha Wright
BHSc, PharmD Candidate Student Representative
Tyiesha Wright is a Doctor of Pharmacy student at the University of Toronto’s Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy.
Partners
We are proud to collaborate with various healthcare organizations, educational institutions, and corporate partners to promote the growth and success of Black pharmacy professionals in Canada



