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In places like British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Ontario and Prince Edward Island regions in Canada there is a shortage of skilled pharmacists. Pharmacists have various roles to play depending on the environment in which they work. Community Pharmacists are involved with providing information on the type of drug, its required dosage, and storage. They can work with government or private hospitals and clinics or can also set up their drugstore. Hospital Pharmacists work in the hospital environment with the major role of making sure that the correct amount of medicines are delivered to the patients in cases of intravenous as well as oral administrations. They are in charge of compounding drugs if necessary. Industrial Pharmacists are involved in research and conducting trials. They are responsible for drug safety and its appropriate promotion. Consultant Pharmacists are involved in consultative services to the patients and clients providing them with the necessary drug information. Veterinary Pharmacists to take care of animal diseases. Careers in Pharmacy Informatics are also growing wherein the pharmacists are involved with the management and optimization of the health system. Careers are also available in the educational sectors to provide quality education and training in pharmaceutical Science to prospective students.