Province rolls out new labour mobility, internal free-trade regulations to help employers access skilled talent more quickly
Ontario is rolling out its new labour mobility and internal free‑trade regulations aimed at breaking down interprovincial barriers for workers and businesses and helping employers access skilled Canadian talent more quickly.
The changes — which took effect Jan. 1, 2026 — are part of what the government calls its plan “to protect Ontario and strengthen its economic resilience,” and to “support Ontario and Canadian workers and build a unified Canadian workforce that can stand up to U.S. tariffs and economic uncertainty.”
Under new “As of Right” labour mobility regulations, in‑demand certified professionals such as architects, engineers, geoscientists, land surveyors and electricians will be able to begin working in Ontario within 10 business days, once their credentials and requirements are confirmed by the relevant Ontario regulator. The “As of Right” rule will apply across professions covered by more than 50 regulatory authorities and 300 certifications.
“By streamlining the process for certified professionals from other Canadian jurisdictions to work in Ontario, we’re opening doors for talent and driving economic growth,” said David Piccini, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. “These changes create new opportunities for workers and businesses, strengthen our province’s competitiveness and use a Canada-first approach to...
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