CAPDM

What CAPDM does

CAPDM (Canadian Association for Pharmacy Distribution Management), operating in French as ACGAP, is a national nonprofit trade association founded in 1965 and headquartered in Oakville, Ontario. It represents the organizations that constitute Canada's pharmaceutical distribution supply chain, including primary wholesalers, self-distributing pharmacy chains, specialized distributors, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and service providers. Its members operate a network of 37 distribution centres staffed by approximately 8,000 employees that together deliver 91% of all prescription medications in Canada, executing more than 4 million deliveries per year at greater than 99% accuracy and serving over 12,000 pharmacies, hospitals, and clinics. Major member companies include McKesson Canada (13 distribution centres), Kohl & Frisch (8), Shoppers Drug Mart, Innomar Strategies (Cencora), Imperial Distributors Canada, Andlauer Healthcare Group, GAMMA Wholesale Drugs, uniPHARM Wholesale Drugs, Nu-Quest Distribution, and SRx Health.

CAPDM does not sell discrete products; instead it delivers membership-based services built around advocacy, standards-setting, education, and convening. Functional offerings include representation on regulatory and policy issues (PMPRB pricing reforms, drug shortages, U.S. importation, national pharmacare), advisory committee participation (notably the 2D Barcoding Advisory Committee with GS1 Canada for pharmaceutical traceability), industry research (a landmark IQVIA Canada analysis quantifying the value of pharmaceutical distribution), and four recurring annual events: the Annual Conference (2026 in New Orleans), Executive Conference (2026 in Montreal), virtual Boot Camp for newcomers, and Member Forum at Angus Glen Golf Club. Educational initiatives extend to the University of Alberta's PharAhead program. The association is led by President & CEO Angelique Berg with a core staff of 1-10, and is governed by a Board of Directors elected from member companies.

Revenue is generated through a tiered subscription model (Primary Wholesaler, Self-Distributing Pharmacy Chain, Specialized Distributor, Manufacturer, and Affiliated Member/Service Provider categories), event registration fees with member discounts, and publication sales. CAPDM has no parent company, no subsidiaries, no funding rounds, and no disclosed financial statements. It operates as a private nonprofit member association, governed by elected board members from member organizations rather than equity holders.

Name

CAPDM

Legal name

Canadian Association for Pharmacy Distribution Management

Website

https://www.capdm.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CAPDM is a Canadian nonprofit trade association founded in 1965 that represents pharmaceutical distributors, manufacturers, and service providers. It advocates for an industry delivering over 90% of Canada's prescription medications through 37 distribution centres to more than 12,000 dispensing points.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pharmaceutical Distribution Trade Association

NAICS

Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers (42421)

SIC

Wholesale-Drugs, Proprietaries & Druggists' Sundries (5122)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYCRAOAHAA

Prescription Pharmaceutical (Rx) Wholesale Distribution

Consumer Products & Retail/Wholesale, Distribution & Category Management/Health, OTC & Pharmacy Wholesale Distribution

Keywords

• Pharmaceutical distribution
• Trade association
• Healthcare supply chain
• Industry advocacy
• Membership services

Headquarters

HQ city

Woodbridge

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Association receives membership dues from pharmaceutical distributors, manufacturers, and service providers. Membership categories include Primary Wholesaler, Self-Distributing Pharmacy Chain, Specialized Distributor, Manufacturer, and Affiliated Member/Service Provider.
2. Event Registration Fees: Revenue from hosting educational events including Annual Conference, Executive Conference, Boot Camp, and Member Forum. Reduced rates available for members.
3. Industry Reports and Publications: Sale of research reports and publications including the landmark IQVIA Canada analysis on pharmaceutical distribution value and challenges.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

CAPDM is a national nonprofit trade association that represents Canada's pharmaceutical supply chain. It delivers membership services, industry advocacy, educational events, advisory committees, and research publications for pharmaceutical distributors, manufacturers, and service providers operating across Canada's pharmaceutical distribution network that handles over 90% of all prescription medications in the country.

Product overview

CAPDM (Canadian Association for Pharmacy Distribution Management) is a national trade association representing Canada's pharmaceutical supply chain. The association does not offer a traditional product portfolio but rather provides membership services, industry events, advisory committees, research reports, and advocacy for pharmaceutical distributors, manufacturers, and pharmacies. CAPDM facilitates stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and strategic alliances among supply chain trading partners.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CAPDM Membership
• Annual Conference
• Executive Conference
• Supply Chain Boot Camp
• Member Forum
• IQVIA Canada Distribution Industry Report

Quantifiable outcome

• Delivers 91% of all prescription medications in Canada
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SCAN HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 January 2026Supply Chain Advancement Network in Health (SCAN Health) brings together 110+ partners and researchers to enhance healthcare supply chain agility. Angelique Berg, CAPDM President & CEO, was appointed to SCAN Health's Board of Directors to advance practical solutions for supply chain resilience.
• Cedarlane Cold Chain SolutionsminorOthers · 27 November 2025New CAPDM member offering comprehensive range of thermal packaging products to ensure safe transport of temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical items.
• Stratum CanadaminorOthers · 26 November 2025New CAPDM member supporting healthcare providers with specialized clinical products, innovative device solutions, and comprehensive analytical testing services.
• University of AlbertacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 November 2025PharAhead course offered in partnership with University of Alberta provides education on the Canadian pharmaceutical industry. CAPDM supports this educational initiative for learners and early-career professionals exploring healthcare careers.
• IQVIA CanadacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 July 2025CAPDM released landmark report based on analysis conducted by IQVIA Canada highlighting the essential role of pharmaceutical distributors in Canada's healthcare system.
• BDminorOthers · 14 July 2025One of the largest global medical technology companies, BD advances the world of health. In Canada, BD has corporate head office in Mississauga, Ontario and employs over 1,000 associates.
• CSL ViforminorOthers · 30 May 2025Global leader in iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia therapies with history dating back to 1872.
• AeroSafe Global, Inc.minorOthers · 28 May 2025Tech-enabled pharma service partner providing integrated end-to-end cold chain delivery solutions to improve patient lives.
• Canadian Generic Pharmaceutical Association (CGPA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 February 2025Collaboratively developed comprehensive report 'A Path Forward: Collaborative Solutions to Strengthen Canada's Drug Supply' to address Canada's growing drug shortage crisis. Result of extensive consultations with manufacturers, healthcare professionals, government, and academia.
• GS1 CanadacoreTechnology or IntegrationCAPDM participates in GS1 Canada's 2D Barcoding Advisory Committee working to advance global movement for 2D barcodes on pharmaceuticals, with patient safety, traceability, and supply chain visibility as strategic drivers.
• Health CanadacoreOthersCAPDM liaises with Health Canada on regulatory affairs and policy development. Participates in consultations on PMPRB guidelines, drug shortages, and healthcare product regulations.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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