The Canadian Alliance of Naturopathic Regulatory Authorities (CANRA) is pleased to announce the finalization, approval, and nationwide adoption of the Canadian National Entry-to-Practice Competencies for Naturopathic Doctors. This landmark achievement is the result of dedicated collaboration and consultation across all regulated jurisdictions in Canada.

These competencies establish a unified entry-to-practice benchmark that now serves as the foundation for licensure requirements across the country. This national framework reaffirms our commitment to the highest standards of safe, competent, and ethical practice within the naturopathic profession.

The finalized competency profile reflects extensive methodological research, stakeholder feedback, and valuable input from experts and practitioners nationwide. With the adoption of these standards, Canada’s regulatory bodies are better positioned to consistently assess and verify the qualifications of incoming naturopathic doctors, ensuring they meet recognized national standards.