Congratulations to pharmacy student award winners

The Canadian Foundation for Pharmacy (CFP) honoured students from each Faculty/School of Pharmacy across Canada with the Guy Genest Passion for Pharmacy this month. Via the virtual event in February 2022, 11 award recipients were recognized for their notable passion for, and dedication to, the profession of pharmacy.

"For the past three years it has been our pleasure to partner with the Canadian Association of Pharmacy Students and Interns to present this annual award," says CFP's Executive Director Dayle Acorn. "To see such a passion for the profession even prior to graduating bodes well for the future of pharmacy."

The 2022 Guy Genest Passion for Pharmacy Award winners are:

William Boudreau, University of Montreal

Ayush Chadha, University of Alberta

Caitlyn Coles, Memorial University of Newfoundland

Kevin Demers, University of Laval

Simran Diocee, University of Manitoba

Nawal Fatima, Dalhousie University

Steven Huynh, University of Waterloo

Jennifer Liang, University of British Columbia

Marcus Lo, University of British Columbia 

Lauren Lueken, University of Saskatchewan

Christine Tan, University of Toronto

This award was created in honour of Guy Genest, whose support of pharmacy students and interprofessional healthcare practices made him a favourite among Canadian pharmacy students across the country. 

In addition to the national recognition, each recipent recieves a $500 grant.

Read more about the awards and past award winners here.