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Framework for RegulationMay 2015
Outline of Presentation
1. Background– Initiation of the Framework– Purpose of the Framework
2. 2014 Framework Review– Purpose of the review– Original development process– Issues identified by the review– Objectives proposed by the review
3. The Framework Committee
4. Redefinition of the Framework– Redefinition of the Framework– Vision and Roles– Streamlined development process
5. Current Status of the Elements– 8 completed under original process– 7 revised or under review– 18 potential elements
6. Next Review
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Background
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Initiation of the Framework
The Framework for Regulation (formerly the Canadian Framework for Licensure) was initiated by agreement of the Presidents at the Meeting of Members in Montreal on May 23, 2009
• to continue to explore, under the auspices of Engineers Canada, a national framework for licensure by requesting the CEO Group to develop a guideline for licensure, consistent with the requirements of the Agreement on Internal Trade.
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Purpose of the Framework
To support the engineering regulators in their mandate to regulate the practice of engineering, license the members of the profession and to serve and protect the public interest by:• capturing excellent national and international practices;• responding to emerging trends and challenges; and• facilitating fair practices that are accessible, timely, monitored,
transparent, objective, impartial and just.
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2014 Framework Review
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Purpose of the Review
In 2014, Engineers Canada conducted a review of the Framework development process to:• consider the initiative in light of the adoption of policy governance
and implementation of the Ends;• consider the individual stages of development and determine
whether they were relevant or necessary; and• determine how best to streamline the development of individual
elements.
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Original Development Process
• Research by Engineers Canada staff• Development review by CEO Group• Consultation 4 month response time• Analysis synthesis of CA responses• Approval by CA Councils• Endorsement by Engineers Canada Board• Implementation documentation by CEQB
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Issues Identified by the Review
The review identified issues with the Framework constitution including:• each CAR consultation process took six months or more;• development of an element took approximately 2 years by the time
consultations were complete;• challenges in synthesizing constituent comments;• confusion around the implementation phase, as adoption and
implementation is the purview of individual CAs; and• development of the Framework is an operational activity under the
responsibility of the CEO as captured in End E-1.
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E-1 Consistency in Regulatory Standards & Practices
E-1 Consistency among the constituent associations’ regulatory standards and practices to protect and serve the public interest is the highest priority among Ends.
E-1.1 The constituent associations have a nationally consistent framework for regulation based upon best practices.
E-1.3 Full mobility exists within Canadian and international jurisdictions where public accountability of engineering practice is required.
E-1.4 Foreign credential recognition is timely and consistent as required for immigration and licensure in Canada.
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New objectives proposed
The review proposed new objectives derived from previous experience, feedback from stakeholders and an analysis of overall requirements. The new objectives included: • alignment with the Ends;• consideration of current and emerging challenges to the profession;• a refresh of all elements to ensure standardization;• a review of consultation at all levels during the development of
elements; and• a method to monitor and review progress.
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Framework Committee
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Framework Committee
• Ann EnglishChief Executive Officer and Registrar, APEGBC
• Mark FlintChief Executive Officer, APEGA
• Andrew MacLeodChief Executive Officer, APEGNB
• Gerard McDonaldRegistrar, PEO
• Dennis Paddock Executive Director and Registrar, APEGS
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Committee Charges
Provide advice and guidance on: 1. the Framework process;2. identification and validation of Framework elements;3. validation of assessment processes within the Framework; and4. promotion of the Framework.
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Redefinition of the Framework
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Redefinition of the Framework
The Framework committee met in late 2014 and defined:• a new Vision and Roles for the CAs and Engineers Canada;• a streamlined process for developing elements that provides for
ongoing improvement; • a two-year timeline to develop all elements; • eliminated adoption and implementation as the measure of success
of the Framework; and• proposed a further review in 2016 to re-evaluate the effectiveness of
the new Framework development process.
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Vision
• The Framework is a set of aspirational elements that form the baseline for engineering regulators.
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• Constituent associations participate in the development of elements and decide if, when, and how to adopt elements of the Framework.
• Engineers Canada facilitates the development and ongoing improvement of the Framework.
Roles
Streamlined Development Process
The new streamlined development process provides for:• accelerated development of all elements by Engineers Canada
staff;• an ongoing process of continuous feedback and improvement;
– CAs are encouraged to suggest new elements or revisions to existing elements at any time; and
– all suggestions, comments and input provided by CAs will be considered and responded to by Engineers Canada staff.
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Current Status
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Current Status of Elements
8 Elements Completed Under Previous Process• available on website for review• undergoing review and standardization
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Licensing Requirements and Competencies – EITs
Code of Ethics Continuing Professional Development
Licensing Requirements and Competencies – Limited Licence
Accountability of Engineering Organizations
Fairness in Registration Practices
Licensing Requirements and Competencies – Professional Engineers
Negotiating International Recognition Agreements
Current Status of Elements
7 Elements Revised or Under Review in Response to CA Comments• available on website for review• responses to CAs in process
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Definition of the Practice of Professional Engineering
Complaints and Investigations Objects of the Engineering Regulatory Bodies
Enforcement Practices Principles for Complaints, Investigation and Discipline Practices
Titles, Rights & Responsibilities
Public Identification of Engineering Expertise
Current Status of Elements
18 Potential Elements• list available on website• development of statements of purpose underway
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Appeals of Regulatory Decisions
Assessment of Distance Education Transcripts
Authentication of Academic Documents
Authentication of Professional Engineering Documents
Canadian Experience Requirement
Competency Assessment
Discipline and Inter-Association Applicants
Discipline Practices Geographic Enforcement and Discipline
Current Status of Elements
18 Potential Elements Continued• list available on website• development of statements of purpose underway
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Governance of a Self-Regulating Body
IIDD Advancement Criteria Legislative Authorities
Professionalism Assessment: law, ethics, good character
Standards of Professional Conduct
Supervision and Mobility of EITs
Titles, Images and Words Essential to the Engineering Brand
Use of Technical Examinations Verification of Academic Qualifications
Next review
• The Framework Committee directed a subsequent review of the development process and status of the Framework in November 2016.
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Questions?
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