Distinguished Service Award

Purpose
The purpose of this award is to recognize the outstanding achievements and long term service to the practice of hospital pharmacy of a member of the society.

Award Description
This award will be given to a member of CSHP-BC Branch who has shown significant and extensive contribution to hospital pharmacy at the local, provincial and national level. The award will consist of a $1500.00 prize, a plaque, and a donation in the member's name of $500.00 to the CSHP Research and Education Foundation.

Eligibility/Application Deadline
The candidate must be an active member of the CSHP-BC Branch and have been a member of CSHP-BC Branch for a minimum of 15 years. Nominations shall be requested from the CSHP-BC Branch membership. Nominations shall be made by two active members of the CSHP-BC Branch. Nominations shall be submitted to the Awards Committee in writing, or on-line via the Branch web site, no later than August 31.

Click here for the Nomination Form

Selection Criteria
The nomination should consist of:

  • A letter (two pages maximum) describing the individual’s contribution to hospital pharmacy, signed by both nominators.
  • The nominee’s curriculum vitae.
Nominations shall be reviewed by the Executive Committee of the CSHP-BC Branch and shall be selected based on:
  • Professional Experience - professional, academic, research, etc. in pharmacy or related fields
  • Service to the profession
  • Professional service to the community
  • Membership in professional organizations
  • Involvement in CSHP and other professional organizations
  • Publications
  • Provision of education and/or mentoring
  • Special activities and/or areas of major contributions

Award Presentation
The award will be presented at the Annual General Meeting.

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