Posts by Chantal LeBlanc

The RCASLPNB Bylaws have been formally approved by the Minister of Health and are now in effect. Together with the Audiology and Speech‑Language Pathology Act, they establish the legal standards and responsibilities that ensure safe, competent, and ethical practice in New Brunswick. All registrants are legally required to adhere to the requirements of the Bylaws. 👉 Read the…

The February 2026 issue of the RCASPLNB Regulatory Bulletin is now online! All registrants are strongly encouraged to read it. Some highlights: Cross Provincial Practice Registration Council Meeting Highlights Mitigating Risk and Getting Upstream Treating a Spouse or Sexual Partner: A Strict Prohibition Clarification on Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) to maintain a “Practising” Registration Quiz…

We have revised our Guidelines for Working with Support Personnel (formerly Communication Health Assistants) to enhance clarity and usability. Please review the updated document to stay informed and support best practices when working with support personnel.

RCASLPNB has published a new position statement outlining that over-the-counter hearing aids are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age and may pose potential risks to pediatric clients. Registrants are encouraged to review the statement and follow recommended guidance for safe, evidence-informed practice.

RCASLPNB has published new Guiding Principles for Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support audiologists and speech-language pathologists in using AI technologies responsibly. These principles emphasize accountability, informed consent, privacy, and ongoing professional development. Access the full document and checklist under Key College Documents → Practice Guidelines on the RCASLPNB website.

To all RCASLPNB registrants, I am pleased to share several important updates regarding the 2026 leadership and composition of the Council. The Council has appointed, by acclamation from among its members, Holly Grasse (Speech-Language Pathologist) as Chairperson and Laura Garland (Speech-Language Pathologist) as Vice‑Chairperson. We extend our sincere appreciation to both Holly and Laura for their…

We are excited to announce the finalization of the RCASLPNB Standards of Practice — the first ever established for our profession in New Brunswick. These Standards provide essential guidance to support the professional practice of audiologists and speech-language pathologists, and protect the public. The document is now available on our website under Key College Documents.…

We are pleased to announce that the 2025 Annual Report is now available. This year’s report reflects a milestone year for the College, including: Royal Assent of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Act, marking our transition to a singular mandate of public protection. Introduction of a new Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, strengthening…

The October 2025 issue of the RCASPLNB Regulatory Bulletin is now online! All registrants are strongly encouraged to read it. Some highlights: Over the Counter (OTC) Hearing Devices Registration Renewal Why Reading Your RCASLPNB Emails Matters Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) Getting Upstream and Mitigating Risk Quiz on the Code of Ethics By reading this regulatory…