The BC Ministry of Health has launched a public engagement to identify what information, supports, and opportunities for involvement patients need after experiencing harm and to address Indigenous-specific racism in the health care system.
Honouring National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month. This month is an opportunity to reflect on the importance of truth, reconciliation, and continued learning, while honouring the voices, experiences, and resilience of Indigenous people.
Remembering Siem Te’ta-in (Shane Pointe), Coast Salish Knowledge Keeper
It is with deep sadness that we reflect on the passing of Siem Te’ta-in, Shane Pointe, Coast Salish Knowledge Keeper.
The Health Professions and Occupations Act is now in force
April 1, 2026 marks a significant milestone for the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC and for the regulation of health professions in our province. The HPOA introduces many changes to the way Colleges regulate health professionals.
Opportunity to join two of CHCPBC’s regulatory committees
CHCPBC’s regulatory committees include both licensee members and members of the public. The College is currently seeking licensee members for two committees to ensure adequate diversity of perspectives, lived experience, and profession-specific expertise.
Changes to psychology supervision plans on April 1, 2026
As of April 1, 2026, psychology supervision plans will no longer be an acceptable practice authority in BC. This change will impact individuals who were applicants and not currently registered and are or have been providing psychological services under a psychology “supervision plan,” and psychologists supervising such individuals.
New Bylaws and Ethics and Practice Standards take effect April 1, 2026
CHCPBC is pleased to share the finalized Bylaws and the Ethics and Practice Standards in advance of the HPOA coming into force on April 1, 2026. Both are essential to how the College does its work of public protection.
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.
CHCPBC releases “Ten Years of Repair and Growth: Our Journey Towards Truth and Reconciliation”
“Ten Years of Repair and Growth: Our Journey Towards Truth and Reconciliation” reflects on the progress we have made in the ten years since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada released its Final Report.
Introducing the Professional & Quality Practice Program (PQPP)
CHCPBC has designed a comprehensive new approach to quality practice that includes continuing professional development, practice support, and quality assurance assessments. The Professional & Quality Practice Program (PQPP) will launch in fall 2026 and will apply to all nine professions regulated by the College.
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BC Ministry of Health engagement with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit and the public
The BC Ministry of Health has launched a public engagement to identify what information, supports, and opportunities for involvement patients need after experiencing harm and to address Indigenous-specific racism in the health care system.
Honouring National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month. This month is an opportunity to reflect on the importance of truth, reconciliation, and continued learning, while honouring the voices, experiences, and resilience of Indigenous people.
Remembering Siem Te’ta-in (Shane Pointe), Coast Salish Knowledge Keeper
It is with deep sadness that we reflect on the passing of Siem Te’ta-in, Shane Pointe, Coast Salish Knowledge Keeper.
The Health Professions and Occupations Act is now in force
April 1, 2026 marks a significant milestone for the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC and for the regulation of health professions in our province. The HPOA introduces many changes to the way Colleges regulate health professionals.
Opportunity to join two of CHCPBC’s regulatory committees
CHCPBC’s regulatory committees include both licensee members and members of the public. The College is currently seeking licensee members for two committees to ensure adequate diversity of perspectives, lived experience, and profession-specific expertise.
Changes to psychology supervision plans on April 1, 2026
As of April 1, 2026, psychology supervision plans will no longer be an acceptable practice authority in BC. This change will impact individuals who were applicants and not currently registered and are or have been providing psychological services under a psychology “supervision plan,” and psychologists supervising such individuals.
New Bylaws and Ethics and Practice Standards take effect April 1, 2026
CHCPBC is pleased to share the finalized Bylaws and the Ethics and Practice Standards in advance of the HPOA coming into force on April 1, 2026. Both are essential to how the College does its work of public protection.
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.
CHCPBC releases “Ten Years of Repair and Growth: Our Journey Towards Truth and Reconciliation”
“Ten Years of Repair and Growth: Our Journey Towards Truth and Reconciliation” reflects on the progress we have made in the ten years since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada released its Final Report.
Introducing the Professional & Quality Practice Program (PQPP)
CHCPBC has designed a comprehensive new approach to quality practice that includes continuing professional development, practice support, and quality assurance assessments. The Professional & Quality Practice Program (PQPP) will launch in fall 2026 and will apply to all nine professions regulated by the College.