asmith, Author at BCHR - BC Health Regulators

2025-03-04

BCHR issues request for proposal (RFP) for legal counsel services to support HPOA Project (key legal frameworks)

BCHR is seeking qualified legal counsel services to assist in the analysis, development, and implementation of key legal frameworks, processes, and documentation under the incoming Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA), specifically for the following areas: Identity Protection Orders Summary Protection Orders Reconsiderations and Reviews Background: In 2022, the B.C. government […]

2025-02-04

BCHR issues request for proposals (RFP) for legal counsel services to support HPOA Project

In 2022, the B.C. government introduced and passed new legislation: the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA). This new legislation will come into force in 2025, and includes provisions that directly address anti-discrimination requirements, with a particular emphasis on Indigenous-specific anti-racism in health regulation and services. In particular, it specifically […]