Today is Remembrance Day in Canada. Remembrance Day is a day of memorial commemorating members of the armed forces who have died in the line of duty. Today we wear our poppies proudly in support of all the brave heroes who have and continue to fight for this country so that we can live our lives in freedom. Lest we forget.
November 11, 2015
People do all sorts of things to ward off illness during the winter months, like wrapping themselves up in warm blankets, taking cold medication, and receiving flu vaccines. However, one thing very few people think to do is change their diets in order to boost immunity. Exposure to cold weather lowers our core body temperatures, weakening our immune system and leaving us prone to colds and other seasonal bugs. There are a number of healthy foods that do wonders for rebuilding and strengthening immune systems. For nutrition students, adding extra immunity-boosting foods to meal plans during winter is important, as.. READ MORE »
November 10, 2015
Join us at York University next week to learn more about a potential career in food and pharmaceuticals! Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2015 Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Location: York University’s Keele Campus,103 McLaughlin College (Career Centre Presentation Room) Get tips on: Job Search Strategies Positions Available Necessary Qualifications Resumes and Interviews Tips How To Stand Out From the Competition and Get Noticed Please note due to limited seating, registration is required for this event. Call to Register at 416-502-2277 or email to info@aaps.ca
November 6, 2015
Often among the most expensively priced items in restaurants, shellfish, such as oysters, lobster, and mussels, are considered some of the finest culinary delicacies. However, they are also some the trickiest foods to prepare safely, and can carry harmful bacteria, viruses and biotoxins, which cause a number of illnesses, while shellfish allergies are also common. When dealing with shellfish, there are food safety risks at every stage of the food supply chain. Whether you’re pursuing a career in quality assurance and control, or working in a food serving environment, taking care when dealing with shellfish is essential. Want to know.. READ MORE »
November 3, 2015
Happy November! We can’t believe the year is almost coming to an end. This month, AAPS is busy hosting a number of workshops and training programs. From Dissolution School to the Food Handler Certificate course, November is filled with many exciting learning opportunities. Below we’ve highlighted a few workshops happening in upcoming weeks. If you’re interested in registering, contact us now! Date: November 6, 2015 This one day course concentrates on the practical applications of GMP and SOPs from the batch record review process. Participants will be equipped with technical knowledge of compliance requirements and instructions for batch record review. FREE: Date: November 12,.. READ MORE »
November 2, 2015
Winter has its good points: glistening white snow, the holidays, and evenings relaxing in front of a warm fire. However, one thing no-one enjoys is the coughing, sneezing, aches and pains that go hand in hand with this time of year. In fact, these symptoms are a clear indication that we are approaching the dreaded flu season! With so many of us affected by these viruses on a year basis, it’s no surprise that millions of dollars worth of research goes into trialling pharmaceutical products to relieve symptoms of colds and flu each year. Many pharmaceutical college graduates go on.. READ MORE »
October 27, 2015
Think it’s impossible for a pro athlete to go vegan? Learn how nutritionists are making vegan diet plans work in all kinds of sports—from body building to endurance training and beyond!
October 20, 2015
Workshop: How To Find Jobs in the Food and Pharmaceutical Industry Date: Thursday, October 22nd 2015 Time: 6:00-7:30 pm Location: Mississauga Central Library CL3, 301 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Mississauga, ON L5B 3Y3 This week on Thursday, October 22, 2015, AAPS will be hosting a free workshop at the Mississauga Central Library. Led by AAPS’ Dean of Scientific Affairs, Laleh Bighash, this two hour workshop will highlight successful job search strategies in Food, Pharmaceuticals and other related industries. Interested in learning more about these industries, the types of positions available and how to apply but don’t know where to start? AAPS.. READ MORE »
October 19, 2015
AAPS has created a new one week training program designed to equip students with an understanding of the fundamentals of Dissolution Theory and Dissolution Testing. This program, called Dissolution School, launches on November 16 till November 20, 2015 and has been structured to provide students with real-world, tangible knowledge on a variety of dissolution testing principles and the essential elements of dissolution profiling. “In one short week, you can add this essential pharmaceutical technique to your resume,” says program coordinator and instructor, Jason Chu. “This training program will teach participants how to use dissolution techniques necessary in many entry level positions.”
October 16, 2015