How will regulation of Ontario Pedorthists affect the practices of Canadian Certified Pedorthists in other provinces?
Ontario and British Columbia have the most rigorous processes for regulation across the country. Through the Ontario experience, we will collectively build knowledge and capacity to move forward in other provinces, should this be a priority. We also understand that achieving regulation in one province will give credibility to the process in other provinces. OPREG has invited PAC members from the east and west to join our planning process (by teleconference) to gain familiarity. The major national insurance companies have assured OPREG members that regulation in one province would have no negative repercussions on pedorthists practicing outside of Ontario. Insurance companies realize that regulation does not make one C Ped (C) more qualified than another, it only adds to the credibility of the profession as a whole. One of our strengths is our national association and college, which create standards to be upheld across the country. In no way will regulation in one province create a two
