New ‘deemed certification’ regulations to take effect Jan. 1
On Sept. 1, 2025, the Ontario government announced new measures designed to remove barriers that restrict Canadian workers from moving between provinces. Among these initiatives is O. Reg. 199/25: Deemed Certification, introduced under the Ontario Labour Mobility Act, 2009.
These regulations, set to come into force on Jan. 1, 2026, will allow qualified professionals certified in another Canadian province or territory to begin working in Ontario within 10 days of submitting their application, once their credentials have been confirmed by the relevant regulatory body.
The Deemed Certification Regulations are the latest development in a series of legislative changes aimed at strengthening interprovincial labour mobility. Earlier in June 2025, Ontario passed Bill 2, Protect Ontario Through Free Trade Within Canada Act, 2025, introducing a historic “As-of-Right” system that streamlines certification for professionals already accredited in other provinces.
In its September announcement, the Ontario government confirmed it has signed 10 reciprocal agreements with other provinces and territories. These agreements simplify the process for Ontario-certified professionals seeking to work elsewhere in Canada, while ensuring reciprocal recognition for out-of-province workers entering Ontario.
The government emphasized that these measures form part of its broader...
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