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Expert says government must strengthen regulation of travel nursing agencies

Expert warns that weak oversight of travel nursing agencies is driving rising costs and inconsistent practices, and says Canada needs national regulation to protect public funds.
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Experts call for regulation of psychotherapists in England as abuse claims rise

Experts urge regulation of psychotherapists in England as abuse complaints rise, warning that unregulated therapists can practise without qualifications or consequences, putting vulnerable patients at risk.
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Joint Commission’s new nursing requirements take effect in January 2026

The Joint Commission’s new nursing requirements take effect in January 2026, introducing stricter staffing, leadership and competency standards that hospitals must meet to maintain accreditation.
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Alberta urged to regulate massage therapy following national spa lawsuit

Alberta faces renewed pressure to regulate massage therapy as advocates highlight safety concerns, inconsistent standards and the lack of provincial oversight compared with other regulated provinces in Canada.
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Working toward stronger oversight of life and health MGAs in Ontario

FSRA is moving to license life and health MGAs in Ontario, strengthening oversight and setting clearer requirements to better protect consumers.
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Quebec doctors flee to Ontario after Bill 2 sparks backlash

More than 260 Quebec doctors have applied to work in Ontario after Bill 2 took effect, signalling a major shift in Canada’s healthcare sector.
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Victorian Early Childhood Regulatory Authority Bill 2025 strengthens child safety

Victoria has introduced the Victorian Early Childhood Regulatory Authority Bill 2025 to create a new regulator and strengthen child safety oversight in early childhood education and care.
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Canada’s 2025 federal budget: Consumer protection a priority

Canada’s 2025 federal budget introduces major financial sector reforms, prioritizing consumer protection, open banking, stablecoin oversight and stronger measures to address financial crime nationwide.
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Patient voices at the core of regulation, says England’s safety commissioner

Professor Henrietta Hughes says the MHRA’s strategy must prioritize patient voices and safety, guided by her Patient Safety Principles promoting transparency, equity, and genuine partnership.
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Quebec’s Bill 2 sparks backlash as three head doctors resign

Quebec’s Bill 2 links doctors’ pay to performance targets, sparking outrage and resignations from senior physicians in Outaouais amid warnings of a worsening health-care crisis.
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Manitoba removes barriers for U.S. physicians seeking licensure

Manitoba has simplified licensing for U.S.-trained physicians as the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba removes provisional requirements, creating a faster path for American doctors to gain full licensure.
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England’s health and social care regulator CQC to rebuild regulatory framework

The CQC is launching a public consultation to rebuild its regulatory framework and strengthen transparency, accountability and sector-specific standards across health and social care.