Document Tag: Discipline

Spring 2026 Partner Session – Both Sides Now: Addressing Conflict and Bias in the Complaints and Discipline Process (Replay & Presentation Materials)

Watch the full replay below and access the presentation materials through the “Download” button. How can regulators navigate the complex balance between fairness and functionality when addressing bias? WeirFoulds Partners Jill Dougherty and Debra McKenna, and Associate Natasha Novac led this Spring Partner Session sharing practical insights on managing conflict of interest and bias in complaints and discipline processes. This […]

Posts, Comments, and Likes: Professional Regulation and the Social Media Minefield eBook

In the world of professional regulation, where safeguarding the public requires clear standards and processes for identifying and addressing misconduct, social media can be a thorny issue for regulators. By nature, social media interactions are fueled by freedom of expression, but that freedom can easily become abused if a registrant is not diligent in balancing […]

April 2025 Regulatory Roundtable: Regulating in the Gaps: Protecting the Public in the Absence of Regulatory Tools

CNAR’s April Regulatory Roundtable explored challenges faced by various jurisdictions in regulating new and emerging areas of practice, services, and therapies. Panelists also discussed systems under strain with people seeking care or services from unauthorized practitioners that can result in devastating outcomes. The session featured the following panelists:  JT Michaelis Beck, Legal Counsel, British Columbia […]

2024: Critical Foundations in Trauma-Informed Regulation and Trauma-Informed Practice in Professional Regulation

CNAR’s 2024 Master Class Workshops “Critical Foundations in Trauma-Informed Regulation; and Trauma-Informed Practice in Professional Regulation” were held on October 7, 2024 at CNAR’s Annual National Conference in Ottawa, Ontario. In the first workshop, attendees learned what trauma-informed practice is and what it looks like to use trauma-informed, human-centered approaches in professional regulation. In the […]

Public Interest Regulation in the Digital Age: Challenges and Opportunities

Presented and recorded at CNAR 2024, this session shares the findings of the research study supported by the inaugural round of funding to CNAR’s Research Program recipients Tracey L. Adams and Kathleen Leslie. The session explores how technological advancements are reshaping professional regulation in Canada and delves into opportunities and challenges posed by digital innovation, […]

Rapport du Projet de Recherche 2024

Exclusivement réservé aux membres de la CNAR, ce rapport complet, produit grâce au financement inaugural du Programme de recherche de la CNAR et rédigé par Tracey L. Adams et Kathleen Leslie, explore comment les avancées technologiques redéfinissent la réglementation professionnelle au Canada. Il examine les opportunités et les défis posés par les innovations numériques telles […]

Research Project 2024 Report

Exclusive to CNAR members and produced with the inaugural round of funding to CNAR’s Research Program recipients Tracey L. Adams and Kathleen Leslie, this comprehensive report explores how technological advancements are reshaping professional regulation in Canada. The report delves into opportunities and challenges posed by digital innovation, including AI, virtual practice, and data analytics, providing […]

CNAR TV: Regulatory Investigations Key Developments in Case Law

Explore the latest developments in regulatory investigations with CNAR TV’s episode on “Regulatory Investigations – Key Developments in Case Law.” This insightful discussion covers: Recent Case Law: Get up-to-date with significant legal precedents impacting regulatory investigations. Expert Analysis: Hear from leading professionals about the implications for regulatory bodies and practitioners. Practical Insights: Learn how these […]

Human-Centered Approaches to Challenging Individuals & Circumstances eBook

This eBook serves as a practical resource of tips and considerations about human-centered approaches for addressing challenging individuals and circumstances regulators encounter in their work. Regulators can use the tips as building blocks for developing their own approaches, strategies, and tactics. Insights are drawn from CNAR 2023 presentations “Challenging Individuals – Strategies to Build Working […]