BILL 171 UPDATE - SUBMISSION TO THE STANDING COMMITTEE ON SOCIAL POLICY

Second reading debate on Bill 171, the Health System Improvements Act, concluded on April 2, 2007 at which time the Bill was referred to the Standing Committee on Social Policy. The Standing Committee held public hearings on Bill 171 on April 23 - 24, 2007.  The College made an oral presentation before the Committee and put forward a written submission. To view the submission, click here.

The College continues to be in communication with officials at the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and the Ministry of Community and Social Services to secure an amendment to Bill 171 which will provide authorization for social workers to perform the Controlled Act of psychotherapy. This will ensure that social workers are treated no differently than members of the regulated health professions who are authorized to provide psychotherapy services under Bill 171.

We will continue to update members on this issue through the College's eBulletin and website.