Practice Support continues to receive questions about the use of traditional Chinese medicine herbal therapies and Natural Health Products...
Upcoming Changes to Naturopathic Certifications: What to Expect
As part of the new bylaws coming into effect on April 1, 2026, under the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA), the College will...
Understanding Drug Prescribing Scope for NDs: Practical Guidance for Your Practice
When determining whether a medication falls within the prescribing scope for a Naturopathic Doctor (ND), the answer is not always...
Discontinuation of the Non-Practising Registration Class
The College plans to discontinue the Non-Practising registration class as part of the new bylaws coming into effect on April 1, 2026, under...
Thinking About Offering ‘Meet and Greets’? Understanding Your Professional Responsibilities
Many practitioners choose to offer short “meet and greet” or introductory conversations with prospective patients. These can be a helpful way...
Important Notice: Action Required to Maintain PharmaNet Access After January 31, 2026
Private community health practice access to PharmaNet via Excelleris (LaunchPad) will be discontinued on January 31, 2026. After this...
Canada Post Strike – Important Information for Applicants and Registrants
In light of the Canada Post strike, the College is taking proactive measures to ensure minimal disruption to our operations and services. We...
Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and herbalists Scope of Practice: Natural Health Products
Recommending natural health products, including dietary supplements, is within the scope of practice for the following TCM registrants: ...
Diagnostic Imaging Referrals and Scope of Practice
Naturopathic doctors (NDs) are reminded that the Practice Standard: Laboratory and Other Diagnostic Testing Referral is an important resource...
Fecal Microbiota (Rebyota): Clarifying Scope and Permitted Use for NDs in B.C.
Health Canada has approved Rebyota, a fecal microbiota product, for use in Canada. Following this approval, Rebyota has been added to the...
