What is a regulated profession?
In Canada, some professions set their own standards of practice. These are called regulated professions. They set standards to protect the public. In Canada, about 20 percent of jobs are regulated by the government to protect public health and safety. For example, nurses, doctors, engineers, teachers and electricians all work in regulated professions. People who want to work in regulated jobs need to get a licence from the regulatory body in the province or territory where they live.
