Since 2010, we've had progress on a federal barrier that was affecting palliative care. It was related to the prescription of controlled drugs and substances. The regulations were in place in 2013.
The remaining federal barriers to a full scope of practice for nurse practitioners are in relation to federal policies and forms of different departments. We've been meeting with several officials, members of Parliament, and ministers on this issue in the past eight months. We are progressing well. Everyone understands the issue and is in agreement that these barriers should be removed in order have an optimal workforce and use of that team approach.