The draft Regulation amending the Code of ethics of chartered appraisers, under the Professional Code (chapter C-26), has been published for public consultation in accordance with sections 10 and 11 of the Regulations Act. This initiative follows the 2024 amendments to the Professional Code, which modernized the professional system and expanded the scope of professional practice in health and social services. Specifically, the amendments now allow members of professional orders to conduct their professional activities within an organization, regardless of its legal structure, provided that the conditions in section 187.11 of the Professional Code are met. The proposed changes to the Code of ethics aim to align the language and requirements of the code with this new flexibility, replacing references to “partnership or joint-stock company” with the broader term “organization” throughout the document.

The amendments affect multiple sections of the Code of ethics. Sections 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 replace references to “partnership or joint-stock company” with “organization,” reflecting the broader organizational context in which chartered appraisers may operate. Section 12 similarly replaces “one of his partners or employees” with “a person working within the same organization,” updating the terminology to cover a wider range of professional arrangements. Section 14 mirrors these changes, substituting “partnership or joint-stock company” with “organization” wherever it appears. Section 17 updates references to “partners” and “partner” to correspond with the same organizational terminology, ensuring consistency in ethical obligations across professional relationships.

Further amendments are made to sections 19 and 19.1, replacing all mentions of partnerships, joint-stock companies, and associated roles such as shareholders, directors, and officers, with references to “organization” or “person working within the same organization.” This ensures that responsibilities, prohibitions, and ethical expectations are appropriately framed for the new organizational structures permitted under the amended Professional Code. Sections 27, 32, 33, 50, 51, 57, 60, and 61 are similarly revised to standardize the terminology across the Code of ethics. These adjustments address scenarios ranging from the operation of professional activities within an organization to restrictions related to individuals whose permits have been revoked or who have been struck off the professional roll. Additionally, the heading of Division XIV is amended to clarify that it now applies to limited liability partnerships and joint-stock companies.

The draft Regulation explicitly states that the changes have no impact on the public or on enterprises, including small and medium-sized businesses, as they primarily concern internal professional organization and governance. The public consultation period allows interested parties to review the draft and submit written comments to the Office des professions du Québec within 45 days. These comments may be forwarded to the Minister of Labour and shared with the Ordre des évaluateurs agréés du Québec, as well as other relevant stakeholders. Contact information for both the Ordre and the Office des professions is provided for individuals seeking further details or wishing to submit feedback.

Quebec (Draft) November 4, 2025
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