Who else is involved in FCR?
FCR is a complex subject. It requires a variety of stakeholders and both the federal and provincial levels of government to work together. For example in the area of foreign credential recognition, there are 13 jurisdictions, more than 50 regulated occupations; more than 400 regulatory bodies; a vast employer community; and a large and active NGO community. Credential recognition for regulated occupations is a provincial responsibility that has been delegated in legislation to regulatory bodies. Regulated occupations account for approximately 15% of Canada’s labour market. The Government of Canada is also playing a role in facilitating foreign credential recognition in non-regulated occupations, which make up about 85% of the labour market. Non-regulated occupations are in sectors such as tourism, textiles, software technology and aviation maintenance.
