What would the legislation mean for regulatory authorities in Ontario?
The proposed OLMA reflects the fundamental principle in the AIT, that professional and skilled workers certified to practice in one province or territory shall be certified in the same occupation in all other parts of Canada without being required to complete additional material training or testing. A profession or trade can be excepted from full labour mobility where it is necessary to protect such things as public health and safety or consumers. Exceptions can be challenged under the AIT. If passed, the OLMA would require regulatory authorities in Ontario to ensure that their practices are consistent with the Labour Mobility Code. Immediately upon coming into force, the Act would override any other law or regulation that conflicted with the Labour Mobility Code. Regulatory authorities would need to amend any inconsistent regulations and bylaws within 12 months. The proposed Act would also encourage Ontario’s regulatory authorities to work with regulatory authorities in other province
