Penalties and Outcomes

Remediation Programs That Satisfy Regulators

Remediation can change outcomes at every stage, from investigation to penalty. It works best when it is targeted and well documented.

  • Topic Penalties and Outcomes
  • Sources checked November 10, 2026
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Key Takeaways

  • Health college ICRCs can require SCERPs (Code, s. 26(3)).
  • Teacher, ECE, real estate and dealer regulators can require education (OCT Act, s. 26(5); ECE Act, s. 31(5); TRESA, s. 20; MVDA, s. 14(4)).
  • Voluntary remediation completed early can influence the outcome.
  • Keep certificates, reflections and supervisor reports.

Choosing Remediation

  • Match each course or activity to a specific concern.
  • Prefer recognized providers.
  • Include practical components, such as mentoring or chart audits, where relevant.
  • Write a reflection showing what you learned and changed.

When It Is Required

Regulators can require education or remediation at the investigation stage (Code, s. 26(3); OCT Act, s. 26(5)) and in licensing regimes (TRESA, s. 20; MVDA, s. 14(4)). Discipline orders can also require courses (e.g. CMSA, s. 58(4)).

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start before the regulator asks?

Often yes. Voluntary, targeted remediation demonstrates insight.

Does remediation appear on the register?

Required SCERPs do in the health professions (Code, s. 23(2)).

Sources

Statutory references are to the provisions listed below, as consolidated on e-Laws when this page was prepared.

  1. Health Professions Procedural Code (RHPA, Sched. 2), ss. 23, 26 — Checked November 10, 2026.
  2. Ontario College of Teachers Act, 1996, s. 26 — Checked November 10, 2026.
  3. Early Childhood Educators Act, 2007, s. 31 — Checked November 10, 2026.
  4. Trust in Real Estate Services Act, 2002, s. 20 — Checked November 10, 2026.
  5. Motor Vehicle Dealers Act, 2002, s. 14 — Checked November 10, 2026.
  6. Condominium Management Services Act, 2015, s. 58 — Checked November 10, 2026.

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