Alternative Options for Reporting CE Requirements
If you will not meet the June 30 reporting deadline, these four options can help you stay compliant or keep your registration status updated.
This page uses two terms throughout: Continuing Education (CE) and Annual Reporting (AR). CE refers to the Continuing Education Program requirements which must be completed by registrants with practice rights, and AR is the online declaration process completed each year between May 1 and June 30 by all registrants, including those who are Practising, Non‑practising/Retired, and EIT/GIT.
Which Option Is Right for You?
Which Statement Fits You Best?
- "I just need a bit more time." → Report Late (until October 1)
- "I'm not practising right now." → Non-practising/Retired
- "I'm away on medical/parental/compassionate leave." → CE Exemption
- "I don't want to keep my registration." → Resignation
Quick Comparison
| Option | Benefit/Outcome | Reporting Obligations | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Report Late (by October 1) | Additional 3 months to finish CE and submit AR. | Submit CE and AR by October 1 | $200 late completion fee |
| Non-practising / Retired Status | CE not required. No practice rights. | Submit AR by June 30 | $100 late reporting fee (if AR is late), $50 when reinstating |
| CE Exemption | One-year exemption from regulatory module, ethical learning, and CE Plan + 10-30 CE Hour reduction. | Submit reduced CE and AR by June 30 | $200 late completion fee (if AR late) |
| Resignation | End registration completely. | None (registration ends) | No fee |
Option Details
1. Report Late (by October 1)
This is the best option if you’re close to meeting your requirements.
- Up to 3 extra months (until October 1) to complete reporting requirements.
- Keep registration in good standing if you submit by October 1.
- Fee: $200 late completion (paid with Annual Reporting).
- How: Complete CE requirements, then submit AR by October 1.
2. Non-practising/Retired Status
This is the best option if you are not actively practising.
- Practice rights and CE requirements are removed.
- You MUST submit Annual Reporting.
- If you reinstate practice rights within 6 months, you must finish any incomplete CE.
- Fees: $100 late reporting fee (if AR submitted late), $50 to reinstate practice rights.
- How: Apply for non-practising status, then submit AR. Reinstate when ready.
3. CE Exemption (Medical, Parental, Compassionate Care Leave)
This is the best option if you’re on leave from work for 6–18 months.
- Exemption from ethical learning, Regulatory Learning Module, and CE Plan requirements for one reporting year.
- 10–30‑hour CE reduction over the 3‑year rolling periods.
- You MUST submit Annual Reporting.
- Fee: $200 if exemption application or AR is submitted late, after June 30 deadline.
- How: Apply for exemption and wait for approval. Then submit AR.
- Set your personal email as your primary contact so you receive important updates while you are on leave.
4. Resignation
This is the best option if you do not wish to continue as a registrant.
- End registration entirely.
- No CE or Annual Reporting required afterward.
- You must resign before October 1 (if requirements are incomplete) to avoid suspension.
- How: Select “Resign Registration” in your online account.
- If you reinstate practice rights within 6 months, you must finish any incomplete CE.
More Information
For more information, visit the Continuing Education Program page.
For further inquiries about the Continuing Education Program, please contact [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 236.521.9154.