Chapter 3 (a:5): Business Services: Other Professional Services
Section	Improvements Implemented Since Last IAP	Current Entry Requirements	Further Improvements Planned
Operational Requirements		Regulation of professionals in Canada is undertaken by provincial and territorial bodies, while incorporation of professional service firms may fall under either provincial or federal authorities.
Licensing and Qualification Requirements of Service Providers		Individual provincial and territorial regulatory bodies may impose licensing and qualification requirements.  In Québec, the Office des professions du Québec is responsible for providing the regulatory framework for professional services.  More detailed information is available at http://www.opq.gouv.qc.ca/
Foreign Entry		Canada has made specific commitments with respect to taxation services and urban planning and landscape architectural services.  These commitments are set out in Canada's GATS Schedule.  Taxation Services (excluding legal services):  There are no limitations on market access, except for certain horizontal measures regarding the temporary entry of natural persons. Urban Planning and Landscape Architectural Services:  There are no limitations on market access and national treatment, except for a residency requirement in Newfoundland and Saskatchewan.  More detailed information is available from the website of the Canadian Institute of Urban Planners (http://www.cip-icu.ca/).
Discriminatory Treatment/ MFN		Canada made specific commitments with respect to taxation services and urban planning and landscape architectural services.  These commitments are set out in Canada's GATS Schedule. Taxation Services (excluding legal services):  There are no limitations beyond those indicated under the category “Foreign Entry”. Urban Planning and Landscape Architectural Services:  There are no limitations beyond those indicated under the category “Foreign Entry”.