{"id":30980,"date":"2025-09-17T09:48:14","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T09:48:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/?p=30980"},"modified":"2025-09-17T09:52:19","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T09:52:19","slug":"pebc-examination-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-examination-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"PEBC Examination Guide 2025: Steps, Syllabus, and Preparation Tips for Success"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-black ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd9933;color:#dd9933\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd9933;color:#dd9933\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-examination-guide\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-examination-guide\/#Introduction_to_the_PEBC_Examination\" >Introduction to the PEBC Examination<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-examination-guide\/#PEBC_Exam_Requirements_in_2025\" >PEBC Exam Requirements in 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-examination-guide\/#_Canadian_Pharmacist_License_Process_Step-by-Step_in_2025\" >\u00a0Canadian Pharmacist License Process: Step-by-Step in 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-examination-guide\/#PEBC_Exam_Dates\" >PEBC Exam Dates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-examination-guide\/#Syllabus_Overview_PEBC_Evaluating_Exam_Qualifying_Exam\" >Syllabus Overview: PEBC Evaluating Exam &amp; Qualifying Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-examination-guide\/#PEBC_Qualifying_Exam\" >PEBC Qualifying Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-examination-guide\/#Pharmacy_Exam_Preparation_Tips_Canada_PEBC\" >Pharmacy Exam Preparation Tips Canada (PEBC)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-examination-guide\/#Resources_and_References_for_PEBC_Exam_Success\" >Resources and References for PEBC Exam Success<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-examination-guide\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-examination-guide\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_the_PEBC_Examination\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the PEBC Examination<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"30980\" class=\"elementor elementor-30980\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1697b680 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"1697b680\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-extended\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-513f0847 sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"513f0847\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41ffbdd8 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"41ffbdd8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Key Takeaways:\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h2><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC exam is a mandatory step for international and Canadian pharmacy graduates to obtain a pharmacist license in Canada.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exam consists of two main stages: the Evaluating Exam (for most international graduates) and the Qualifying Exam (MCQ + OSCE).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2025 update: Graduates from ACPE\/CCAPP-accredited pharmacy programs no longer need to take the Evaluating Exam and can directly attempt the Qualifying Exam.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key resources include PEBC guides, Pharmacists\u2019 Gateway Canada, online mock platforms, peer groups, and official updates from PEBC.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/pebc-exam-preparation-course\/\">PEBC examination<\/a> is the gateway to a Canadian pharmacist license and is pivotal for pharmacy graduates looking to practice in Canada in 2025.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This comprehensive guide will go over the procedure and PEBC exam requirements, the updated 2025 syllabus, along with expert tips for pharmacy exam success in Canada.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">Introduction to the PEBC Examination<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) examination is a standardized assessment for pharmacists of all training backgrounds, whether done locally or abroad.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It confirms that the candidate is capable of performing the practice safely and efficiently throughout Canada&#8217;s healthcare system. The pharmacy exam in Canada comprises two main parts: the Evaluating Exam (for most international graduates) and the Qualifying Exam (MCQ and OSCE parts).<\/span><\/p><p><iframe title=\"From Punjab to Canada | All About PEBC Exam 2025 | Pharmacist Licensing Guide for Canada\" width=\"1260\" height=\"709\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/e0CL0Dwhu2E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">PEBC Exam Requirements in 2025<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The requirements for the PEBC exam in 2025 have undergone significant changes, especially for international pharmacists.<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Document evaluation is the first step and requires a four-year pharmacy degree.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Graduates from ACPE or CCAPP-accredited programs (e.g., U.S., certified Indian colleges) are no longer required to take the PEBC evaluating exam and are allowed to take the Qualifying Exam directly.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those who have graduated from non-accredited institutions will still have to take the Evaluating Exam.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All candidates must have their documents evaluated via Pharmacists&#8217; Gateway Canada (NAPRA ID).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Language skills in English or French have to be demonstrated.<\/span><br \/><div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\"><a style=\"background-color: #ffcc00; color: #000; padding: 15px 25px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 8px; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/pebc-exam-preparation-course\/\"><br \/>\ud83d\udc49 Join the PEBC Preparation Course Now <\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">\u00a0Canadian Pharmacist License Process: Step-by-Step in 2025<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The process for a pharmacist to get a license in Canada is a journey of multiple stages.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1: Enroll with Pharmacists\u2019 Gateway Canada.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Step 2: PEBC document submission for evaluation (about 8 weeks for the process).<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3: The PEBC Evaluating Exam if is mandatory to be passed by the candidates (for June sitting).<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 4: Part I (MCQ) and Part II (OSCE) of the PEBC Qualifying Exam are to be taken.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 5: Practical training or internship as per the instructions of the province concerned.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 6: Obtain a license and register at the provincial pharmacy regulatory authority. Also, take out liability insurance.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">PEBC Exam Dates<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is very important to be aware of the PEBC exam dates so that one can prepare effectively:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evaluating Exam: The dates are usually June and October every year.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qualifying Exam Part I (MCQ) and Part II (OSCE): The dates are May and November.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students have to apply for the exam on the web and pay their fees on time.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">Syllabus Overview: PEBC Evaluating Exam &amp; Qualifying Exam<\/span><\/h2><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No attempt for ACPE\/ CCAPP graduates.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Format: 140 MCQs, divided into two sections of 70 questions, 90 minutes per section.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tested topics:<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pharmaceutical Sciences: 25%<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pharmacy Practice: 55%<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Behavioural, Social, and Administrative Pharmacy Sciences: 20%<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biomedical Sciences were initially a separate area of focus but have been discontinued. The domain, however, continues to exist in an integrated form.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fees: 910 CAD.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">PEBC Qualifying Exam<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part I: Computer-assisted MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) to test clinical problem-solving skills and the ability to apply knowledge.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fees: CAD 855<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part II: Performance test (OSCE) to measure skills in the imitation of pharmacy scenarios (face-to-face). Core domains of pharmacy practice:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ethical\/ professional aspects of the pharmacist&#8217;s role<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patient-centered care<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Product distribution<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health promotion<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communication\/education<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research application<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaboration<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quality and safety.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fees: CAD 1,915<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The requirement is to pass both parts within three years of each other.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">Pharmacy Exam Preparation Tips Canada (PEBC)<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One cannot just walk into the PEBC exam and expect to be successful without prior preparation. Working smart makes the difference. Essential points of the PEBC exam preparation are:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Developing a study plan: \u00a0 Planning 1200 hours of study spread over several months according to the syllabus outline is the right way to start.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Active learning:\u00a0 Practicing what you have learned by rewriting notes, discussion group participation, and peer-teaching.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice calculations:\u00a0 PEBC is highly reliant on pharmaceutical calculations and dosing.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mock exams:\u00a0 Regularly simulate actual exam conditions by doing batches of MCQs and OSCE role-plays with timed sessions.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian context:\u00a0 NAPRA standards, provincial laws, ethical issues, and interprofessional collaboration are the topics for this.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use official sample questions:\u00a0 Practice only those questions that directly come from the resources of PEBC for the most relevant preparation.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice self-care: Have a healthy lifestyle, structured breaks, and manage your stress effectively to perform at your best.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review feedback: Analyze practice test errors, clarify weak areas, core resources, and textbooks, and revisit.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">Resources and References for PEBC Exam Success<\/span><\/h2><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Official PEBC preparation guides and sample questions.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pharmacists&#8217; Gateway Canada for licensing steps and provincial regulations.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online prep platforms and mock tests tailored for PEBC 2025.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peer groups and forums to discuss difficult topics and share experiences.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recent updates published by PEBC and trusted exam-coaching services.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting a Canadian pharmacist license in 2025 should not be out of reach, provided you have the proper information and a good plan of preparation.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The handbook covers every necessary step progressively\u2013starting with eligibility and changed PEBC exam conditions, expert preparation for pharmacy exam in Canada, and pharmacy practice in Canada accessible.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you have the PEBC exam 2025 dates handy, be consistent with your revision, and practice not only your knowledge but also your clinical skills for a perfect performance on the exam day.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-cdd9a45 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"cdd9a45\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-extended\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-472f316 sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"472f316\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fb75799 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"fb75799\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"max-width:800px; margin:auto; font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n  <h2 style=\"text-align:center; color:#D69E33; font-size:26px; margin-bottom:20px;\">\r\n    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the PEBC Examination\r\n  <\/h2>\r\n  <style>\r\n    .accordion {\r\n      background-color: #D69E33;\r\n      color: #fff;\r\n      cursor: pointer;\r\n      padding: 14px 18px;\r\n      width: 100%;\r\n      border: none;\r\n      text-align: left;\r\n      outline: none;\r\n      font-size: 16px;\r\n      transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\r\n      margin-bottom: 5px;\r\n      border-radius: 4px;\r\n    }\r\n    .accordion:hover {\r\n      background-color: #D69E33;\r\n    }\r\n    .active-acc, .accordion.active-acc {\r\n      background-color: #005F87;\r\n    }\r\n    .panel {\r\n      padding: 0 18px;\r\n      background-color: #F9F9F9;\r\n      display: none;\r\n      overflow: hidden;\r\n      border-left: 3px solid #0073AA;\r\n      border-radius: 0 0 4px 4px;\r\n      margin-bottom: 10px;\r\n    }\r\n    .panel p {\r\n      margin: 12px 0;\r\n      color: #555;\r\n      line-height: 1.5;\r\n    }\r\n  <\/style>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">1. Who is eligible for the PEBC exam?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Canadian Pharmacy Graduates, U.S. Pharmacy Graduates, and other International Pharmacy Graduates. Candidates must hold a pharmacy degree, submit relevant documents, and pass the licensure exam of Canada.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">2. Can I give PEBC from India?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Yes, candidates can take the exam at the Prometric test centre or online from India.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">3. Is an Indian pharmacy degree valid in Canada?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Yes, an Indian pharmacy degree is valid in Canada; however, graduates must pass the licensure exam \u2013 PEBC exam to work as a pharmacist in Canada.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">4. 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