The audit found PEO's "approach to licensing is complicated, that it results in long delays for some, particularly international applicants and that it is open to a charge of inconsistency and unfairness."
"[7] In 2020 PEO commissioned an assessment on racism and discrimination risks, which was completed by independent consultants with legal expertise, Patricia DeGuire and Shashu Clacken.
Council accepted the report stating they believe they "have a strong foundation of progressive policies and processes in place".
[8] In 2022, PEO adopted an anti-racism code, committing to collect race and identity based data and to better meet its human rights obligations.
[9] In 2023, PEO membership elected president-elect for the 2024-2025 term, Greg Wowchuk, who proposed a motion in 2019 to celebrate the contributions of Europeans in Ontario.