Webinar: Understanding Bill 21, An Act to Protect Patients

Webinar date: June 2019

On November 19, 2018, the Government of Alberta’s Bill 21: An Act to Protect Patients received Royal Assent. The Bill sets our several amendments to the Health Professions Act. The changes affect all regulated health professionals in Alberta, and the stakes are high.

This webinar will include:

* Background leading up to development of Bill 21: An Act to Protect Patients
* Key provisions in Bill 21 that are relevant for physiotherapists
* Definitions/understanding of sexual abuse/sexual misconduct
* Mandatory penalties, including publication
* Mandatory reporting requirements
* College’s requirement to develop Patient Relations Program
Review of Standard of Practice on definition of a “patient”
Key tips to avoid complaints relating to sexual abuse or sexual misconduct

Presenter: Leanne Monsma

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