Ontario has introduced new labour mobility and free-trade regulations taking effect January 1, 2026, aimed at reducing interprovincial barriers for workers and employers.
Texas has adopted new rules to expand occupational licensing reciprocity, allowing licensed professionals from other U.S. jurisdictions to qualify for licensure based on comparable standards.
Alberta’s free speech bill limits regulators’ oversight of off-duty conduct, prompting concerns from experts that the changes could weaken public protection and amplify professional misinformation.
Ontario’s top court has ruled the province can expand regulated online gambling to include international players, opening the door to cross-border peer-to-peer participation.
New Zealand plans major gun law changes, introducing a new firearms regulator and tighter licensing rules to strengthen oversight, improve safety, and modernize the country’s firearms system.
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.
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.
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.
