To purchase an existing pharmacy in Ontario, follow these step by step instructions:

Step 1: Submit the Application for Certificate of Accreditation as a Pharmacy and application fee

A complete Application for Certificate of Accreditation as a Pharmacy, including the application fee, must be received by Client Services at least 30 days prior to the proposed opening date by the new owner.

If you intend to operate the pharmacy using a corporation which has never owned or operated a pharmacy in Ontario before, Articles of Incorporation and Share Certificates must be submitted with the application.

When your application is deemed to be complete, Client Services will notify an OCP Inspector and advise them that your application has been submitted and is ready for further review. Client Services will also alert Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) of your intent to purchase the pharmacy.

You may submit your application by fax, email or regular mail.

Please send mail to the attention of Client Services
Fax: (416) 847-8200
Email: ocpclientservices@ocpinfo.com

Step 2: Opening Day

On opening day, Client Services will contact the pharmacy to confirm the transfer of ownership. Once confirmed, the pharmacy will be made Active and will appear on the College’s Public Register immediately. A new Certificate of Accreditation will then be sent by email to the Designated Manager of the pharmacy - display of the certificate in the pharmacy is optional.

Step 3: The Inspection

An inspection will take place sometime following the change of ownership.