Legislation, Bylaws & Standards

Health Professions Act 

The Health Professions Act (HPA) is the governing legislation for regulation of health professions in BC.

On April 1, 2026, the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) will replace the HPA as the governing legislation for regulation of health professions in BC.

Regulations  

Regulations created by the BC Government for health professions governed under the HPA outline, for each profession: reserved titles reserved for exclusive use, scope of practice, restricted activities, limits or conditions on services and restricted activities, and other profession-specific regulations.     

• Dietitians Regulation
• Occupational Therapists Regulation
• Opticians Regulation
• Optometrists Regulation
• Physical Therapists Regulation
• Psychologists Regulation
• Speech and Hearing Health Professionals Regulation

On April 1, 2026, when the HPOA comes into force, revised regulations will replace the above regulations.

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.

Also on April 1, 2026, when the HPOA comes into force, revised regulations will go into effect.

CHCPBC is seeking feedback on draft bylaws under the HPOA. To view the draft bylaws and provide feedback, see HPOA Bylaws Consultation.

To learn more about the HPOA, see About the HPOA.

The following legislation is relevant to health and care professionals regulated by CHCPBC: 

• Adult Guardianship Act, section 46 
• Adult Guardianship Act, Designated Agencies Regulation 
• Child, Family, and Community Service Act, Sections 13 and 14 
• Criminal Records Review Act 
• Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act 
• Health Care (Consent) and Care Facility (Admission) Act 
• Health Professions General Regulation 
• Infants Act 
• Limitation Act 
• Personal Information Protection Act 

The CHCPBC Bylaws set out the details of the operation of the organization, including:  

• the duties and responsibilities of a governing Board, Committees, and the Registrar 
• qualifications for registration and licensing 
• the regulation of professional conduct and ethics 
• fee schedules.

Bylaws are enacted by the College’s Board and are subject to oversight by the Minister of Health.  

Bylaws under Health Professions Act

CHCPBC Bylaws (PDF)

Bylaws under Health Professions and Occupations Act

CHCPBC Bylaws (Pending Board approval) (PDF)

There are no proposed bylaw amendments at this time.

For information about CHCPBC’s draft bylaws under the Health Professions and Occupations Act, see the HPOA Bylaws Consultation page.

To view the CHCPBC Fee Schedule, see the Fees page.