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Bill 23 would make it easier for self-governing professions to protect Albertans’ health, safety and economic interests.
Status: Bill introduced May 2, 2022
Ministry Responsible: Labour and Immigration
Bill 23, the Professional Governance Act, would make it easier for self-governing professions to protect Albertans’ health, safety and economic interests by streamlining the legislation governing 22 non-health professional regulatory organizations.
If passed, Bill 23 will consolidate 9 current acts that govern these organizations into a single act with one supporting regulation and align it with the Labour Mobility Act and the Fair Registration Practices Act. The bill would make it easier for self-governing professions to safeguard Albertans’ health, safety and economic interests by providing a more consistent and efficient framework to manage functions like governance, registration and professional conduct.
The current legislation regulating these organizations causes inconsistencies and inefficiencies, and parts of it are outdated. Streamlining Alberta’s professional laws would reduce red tape, assist in attracting job-creation investment, help professionals from other provinces and countries have their credentials recognized in Alberta and protect public safety.
If passed, the Professional Governance Act will:
If passed, the Professional Governance Act will take effect upon proclamation. One supporting regulation and the profession-specific schedules would be developed throughout 2022.
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