COVID-19 Updates: Taking steps to return to normal.
- Public health restrictions: Alberta entered Step 2 on March 1.
- Book your vaccine: Albertans 5+ can get it now. Get third dose when eligible.
COVID-19 Updates: Taking steps to return to normal.
Bill 15 would remove conflicts of interest by creating a new model for Kindergarten to Grade 12 teacher and teacher leader discipline.
Status: Bill 15 was introduced March 31, 2022
Ministry responsible: Education
Bill 15 the Education (Reforming Teacher Profession Discipline) Amendment Act would create the Alberta Teaching Profession Commission and appoint an arm’s-length commissioner to oversee teacher and teacher leader conduct and competency complaints for the profession. This process would apply equally to all teacher and teacher leaders under the Education Act.
The Commission would oversee a new model for teacher and teacher leader professionalism and disciplinary matters that would bring Alberta in line with best practices used in comparable provinces and other regulated professions. Parents can be assured the new Commission would further protect students and enhance accountability and transparency.
Bill 15 continues building on our recent work to strengthen the teaching profession. Important previous steps have included:
If passed, Bill 15 will amend both the Education Act and the Teaching Profession Act. The proposed Bill would also amend and proclaim sections of the Students First Act and the College of Alberta School Superintendents Act (CASS Act) to:
For more information, read the Reforming Teacher Profession Discipline fact sheet (PDF, 365 KB)
Transitional regulations would ensure a smooth shift from the current system of teacher and teacher leader professionalism to the new commissioner model.
To further ensure a smooth transition, the timelines for proclamation of Bill 15 would vary.
Was this page helpful?
You will not receive a reply. Do not enter any personal information such as telephone numbers, addresses, or emails.
Your submissions are monitored by our web team and are used to help improve the experience on Alberta.ca. If you require a response, please go to our Contact page.