Evidence & resources
Explore the law, the explanations and the concerns.
Bill 36 is easier to understand when the sources are gathered in one place. Compare the legislation and the Province’s explanation with published concerns from health professionals.
See each side clearly. Official sources explain the framework; published professional sources show why it is contested.
From BC Health Voices
Campaign media release
Read why BC Health Voices started and our call for accessible, patient-centred care built through meaningful partnership.
Source library
One issue. Different kinds of evidence.
Legislation and government information describe the framework. Published professional sources document concerns about how it may work in practice.
BC Laws
Health Professions and Occupations Act
The legislation currently governing regulated health professions in British Columbia.
Government of BC
The Province’s HPOA overview
The government’s explanation of the framework, principles and intended public-protection measures.
Doctors of BC
HPOA advocacy
Doctors of BC’s analysis, advocacy history and physician resources related to the HPOA.
Doctors of BC
What We Heard
A summary of concerns reported through Doctors of BC’s 2025 physician engagement.
BC Medical Journal
Championing the profession
A physician-leadership perspective on HPOA advocacy and continuing concerns.
Understanding the source
Clear labels keep different kinds of information distinct.
O
Official source
Legislation, regulations and published government information.
P
Professional perspective
Published analysis or concerns from healthcare organizations and professionals.
C
Campaign interpretation
BC Health Voices’ plain-language explanation, questions and advocacy position.
D
Developing evidence
Emerging information that still requires confirmation or further context.
A growing public library
Is an important public source missing?
Official documents, professional publications and credible public articles can be considered for inclusion.
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