The Ontario Government recently introduced legislation that, if approved, will permit several regulated health professionals from other Canadian jurisdictions, including Dental Hygienists, to practise in Ontario for up to six months while their application for registration is being processed by their regulatory college. Applicants applying under “As of Right” rules must be registered in good standing in another Canadian jurisdiction, have no history of professional conduct concerns, hold appropriate liability insurance, and sign a declaration, among other requirements.

These changes have not yet been approved by the Legislature and are not yet in effect. CDHO will monitor the progress of the legislation.