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CPSBC has updated its Medical Assistance in Dying practice standard to reflect the MAiD Oversight Unit’s new process for practitioners experiencing extenuating circumstances that delay the return of MAiD medications within 72 hours following a patient's death.

The Ministry of Health recently announced the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) will come into force on April 1, 2026.

The following sections of the CPSBC Bylaws related to registration have been updated, effective July 7, 2025.

CPSBC is seeking feedback on draft bylaws under the Health Professions and Occupations Act, which is not yet in force.

To mark National Indigenous History Month, CPSBC has released a new episode of the Connecting the Dots podcast, featuring an interview with Laurie Dokis.

CPSBC is pleased to announce that the 2024/25 Annual Report, audited financial statements and committee reports have been published.

On May 30, 2025, the CPSBC Board approved amendments to the Bylaws under the Health Professions Act, specifically, the below sections related to registration. The bylaw amendments are set to take effect on July 7, 2025.

Read the May/June 2025 issue of the College Connector.

CPSBC is seeking feedback on draft bylaws under the Health Professions and Occupations Act, which is not yet in force.

A potential postal strike in Canada may impact mail delivery services starting on May 23, 2025. Registrants and members of the public are encouraged to use electronic communication and digital submission methods whenever possible. 

Dr. Albert Stefanus De Villiers has been issued a disciplinary citation pursuant to section 37 of the Health Professions Act.