Acupuncture is regulated in the province of Alberta under the Health Professions Act. The Health Professions Act is the legislation that governs the regulation of health professions in Alberta and provides the framework for the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta (CAA) to oversee and regulate the practice of acupuncture in the province.

The CAA is responsible for setting and enforcing standards for education, registration, and practice for acupuncturists in Alberta. In order to practice acupuncture in Alberta, individuals must meet the necessary education and training requirements, register with the CAA, and hold a valid practice permit. The CAA is also responsible for investigating complaints and disciplining acupuncturists who do not meet the standards of practice or ethical conduct.

Under the Health Professions Act, the CAA has the authority to establish standards for the education and training of acupuncturists, conduct registration and licensing exams, and maintain a registry of registered acupuncturists. The CAA also has the power to monitor and enforce standards of practice and ethical conduct, and to investigate complaints against acupuncturists.

The regulation of acupuncture in Alberta is intended to ensure that acupuncturists meet the necessary standards of education, training, and practice, and that they provide safe and effective care to the public. The CAA plays a crucial role in overseeing the practice of acupuncture in Alberta and ensuring that the highest standards of practice and ethical conduct are maintained.