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On April 1, 2026, the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) will replace the Health Professions Act as the governing legislation for regulation of health professions in BC.
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College of Health and Care Professionals of BC
The College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) regulates nine health professions in BC: audiologists, dietitians, hearing instrument practitioners, occupational therapists, opticians, optometrists, physical therapists, psychologists, and speech-language pathologists. CHCPBC protects the public by ensuring that these health and care professionals have the competencies needed to practise and that they adhere to the required standards for safe and ethical care.
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What to expect in 2026 and beyond
We are now days away from the repeal of the Health Professions Act, to be replaced by the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA). As the in-force date of April 1 approaches, CHCPBC Registrar Dianne Millette outlines key changes the HPOA will have on how health professions are regulated in BC and how the College does its work.
Professional boundaries: When personal relationships and professional roles intersect
Have you had a friend or family member approach you for professional services? For many licensees, the instinct to help can feel both natural and professionally aligned, and it may feel awkward to refuse these types of requests. Yet when personal and professional roles overlap, there is a risk of crossing professional boundaries.
Our new strategic plan: Building Public Trust and Confidence 2030
The College of Health and Care Professionals of BC is pleased to share our first strategic plan titled Building Public Trust and Confidence 2030. This plan outlines our specific goals, outcomes, and actions that are ambitious but achievable within a two-year timeframe.
Licensee Newsletter: December/January
The December/January Licensee Newsletter includes a message from Registrar and CEO Dianne Millette about initiatives to move towards harmonized regulation, information on licence renewal that will open February 18, 2026, a post on evidence-informed practice in the AI era, details on the new College fee schedule, information on upcoming HPOA licensee webinars, and more.