CASLPO News


June 10, 2026

CASLPO responds to Ministry Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Consultation 

CASLPO recently submitted a response to the Ontario Ministry of Health’s public consultation on potential changes related to the sale and use of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids for adults with a perceived mild to moderate hearing loss.   ...

June 1, 2026

Recognizing Pride Month 2026

Every June, Pride Month gives us an opportunity to celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and reflect on the importance of inclusion, respect, and equity in healthcare. At CASLPO, we stand with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and support their right to safe, respectful, and affirming care. ...

May 28, 2026

Results of the 2026 CASLPO Board Election – District 1 and District 3

This year, four seats were up for election on the CASLPO Board of Directors: two audiology seats and two speech-language pathology seats....

May 27, 2026

Join Us for an E-Forum - Culturally Competent Care Provision in Action: Ezhi-gkendaagziyang

CASLPO invites you to our upcoming E-Forum, Culturally Competent Care Provision in Action: Ezhi-gkendaagziyang, on Wednesday, June 17th, 2026, at 12:00-1:30 pm EST. This event is part of CASLPO’s DEI webinar series....

May 21, 2026

Read the May 2026 Issue of The Wave - CASLPO's Registrant Newsletter

Stay informed with The Wave—CASLPO’s monthly e-newsletter designed to keep registrants up to date with timely, relevant information. The Wave brings together CASLPO's key news and important regulatory updates in one easy-to-read format....

May 15, 2026

Ontario Government Announces Changes to Speech-Language Pathology Scope of Practice

On May 11, 2026, the Ontario Ministry of Health (MOH) announced changes to the scope of practice for several regulated health professions, including speech-language pathologists (SLPs). The government has directed CASLPO and other health regulatory colleges to begin developing the regulatory framework needed to support these changes....

May 1, 2026

Update: Ontario Ministry of Health Consultation on OTC Hearing Aids

The Ontario Ministry of Health has launched a public consultation on over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. The Ministry is seeking feedback to better understand the benefits and risks of allowing OTC hearing aids to be used without a prescription by adults with mild to moderate hearing loss....

May 1, 2026

Recognizing Speech and Hearing Month

May is Speech and Hearing Month, a time to raise awareness about communication health and the important role of speech-language pathologists and audiologists....

April 24, 2026

CASLPO Board of Directors Election: Voting Starts April 24

The nomination period for the CASLPO Board election closed on April 12. Two seats on the Board were filled by acclamation and elections will be held for the two remaining seats....

April 23, 2026

Read the April 2026 Issue of The Wave

Stay informed with The Wave—CASLPO’s monthly e-newsletter designed to keep registrants up to date with timely, relevant information. The Wave brings together CASLPO's key news and important regulatory updates in one easy-to-read format....

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This website is intended to provide information to the public and registrants. Should there be difference in documentation previously distributed to CASLPO registrants, it is up to the registrant to source the latest version posted on the CASLPO website. Note: the term "member" and "registrant" are used interchangeably throughout CASLPO's website and documents. Both terms are synonymous with "member" as defined in the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991, the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Act, 1991, and the Regulations under those Acts.