‘Its success will depend on cooperation from provinces and effective implementation’
Canada’s Bill C-5 is now officially in effect.
The legislation—titled One Canadian Economy: An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act—provides a framework to recognise provincial and territorial licences and certifications for workers. According to the federal government, this means that a worker authorised in a provincial or territorial jurisdiction can more quickly and easily work in the same occupation under federal jurisdiction.
Under the legislation, workers certified in one province or territory will be permitted to work in the same occupation within federal jurisdiction without requiring additional approvals. The government stated it will develop regulations to clarify the definition of “comparable” requirements, which will guide how federal and provincial standards are assessed.
The legislation will not apply in cases where federal authorities determine there is an unacceptable risk to public health, safety, economic well-being, the environment, or international trade objectives.
A plain-language guide will be issued following regulatory approval to assist businesses and workers in understanding where the Act applies and how to access its provisions.
Ottawa introduced the One Canadian Economy legislation earlier this month.
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