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Please note that this policy does not apply to massage therapist members who are part of a regulatory college for massage therapists in the jurisdiction in which they practice, as Continuing Education is governed by the respective regulatory colleges for their members/registrants. Purpose: • To establish policy and procedure surrounding the Membership Requirement to complete the required continuing education credits during each 3-year CEC cycle in accordance with CMMOTA Bylaws 3.5.1.1.3., 3.5.1.2.3., and 3.5.1.7.3 Policy: 1. All Full Massage Therapist Members, Spa Therapist Members, and Full Manual Osteopathic Therapist Members are responsible to complete the required continuing education credits and submit [...]

Purpose:• To provide policy surrounding the request for a change of membership number for a member, and the documentation that will be required by the Association before granting such a request, and who will be notified when a change of number is approved.Policy:1. The membership number by which a member shall be recognized is issued at the time that they have completed their registration with the Association as an Associate Massage Therapist Member or as a Full Massage Therapist Member, or as a Registered Massage Therapist Member, or as a Spa Therapist Member, or as a Full Manual Osteopathic Therapist Member.2. [...]

Purpose:• To provide policy surrounding the carrying of monetary credit balances as a result of overpayment, refund, or monetary credit awarded as part of a contest or incentive program.Policy:1. Monetary credit balances carried by the association are non-interest bearing.2. Any monetary credit balances will be automatically applied to the member’s renewal notice.3. A member’s monetary credit balance carried by the association whose value is under $10 shall be forfeited to the association on December 31 of any given year, except in cases where the balance is a result of a billing error.4. A member’s monetary credit balance carried by the association [...]

Purpose: • To provide clarity surrounding what spa therapist members are to provide to their clientele by way of receipt for service(s) and/or product(s) provided. • This policy only applies to CMMOTA Spa Therapist members. Definitions: Additional Services – any service provided by the member which is not included in the modalities listing in Appendix 42 – Modalities for Spa Therapists Spa Therapy Treatment – treatment provided to a client using any modalities listed in Appendix 42 – Modalities for Spa Therapists whether on their own or combined. Policy: 1. When a service and/or product is provided to a client by [...]

Purpose: • To provide clarity surrounding what massage therapists are to provide to their clientele by way of receipt for service(s) and/or product(s) provided. • This policy only applies to Associate Massage Therapist and Full Massage Therapist members. • Registered Massage Therapist members are to follow the guidance provided by the regulatory college in the jurisdiction in which you practice and maintain registration in. Definitions Additional Services – any service provided by the member which is not included in the modalities listing in Appendix 19 – Modalities for Massage Therapists or where only 1 modality included in section 4 of Appendix [...]

Purpose:• To provide clarity surrounding what manual osteopathic therapists are to provide to their clientele by way of receipt for service(s) and/or product(s) provided.Definitions:Additional Services – any service provided by the member which is not included in the modalities listing in Appendix 34 – Modalities List for Manual Osteopathic Therapists or where only 1 modality included in section 3 of Appendix 34 – Modalities List for Manual Osteopathic Therapists is used during a treatment session.Manual Osteopathic Therapy Treatment - treatment provided to a client using two or more modalities listed in Appendix 34 – Modalities List for Manual Osteopathic Therapists.Policy:1. When [...]

Purpose:• To establish clear guidelines for the submission of education documents for the purpose of attaining membership, and subsequent membership class upgrading, as not all schools provide graduation certificates and transcript documents immediately following completion of a program.Policy1. In order to become an Associate Massage Therapist member, the applicant must provide proof of completion of a first-year massage therapy program with a minimum of 900 hours from an approved institution. If a diploma or certificate and a copy of their transcript is not available at the time of application, a letter of completion from the program’s institution will suffice on an [...]

Purpose: • To establish guidelines and expectations for administration and members surrounding the cancellation of membership. Policy: 1. There are two different types of membership cancellation: a. Voluntary Withdrawal of Membership i. This is detailed in the CMMOTA Member Initiated Membership Cancellation Policy b. Cancellation as a result of Disciplinary Action 2. When a membership is cancelled voluntarily, no membership cancellation notice shall be sent. 3. When a membership is cancelled because of disciplinary action, a membership cancellation notice shall be sent by Administration to the member to the last known email address of the member within two business days and [...]

Purpose:• To provide clear written standards for moving from active to inactive membership, and vice versa, and to clarify membership responsibilities which are required to be fulfilled where a lapse in active membership has occurred.Policy: 1. When an active member wishes to go on an extended leave from practice, they may apply to have their membership moved to inactive status.2. The administration fee to move from active to inactive status shall be set by motion of the Board of Directors on an annual basis prior to November 30.3. When moving from active to inactive status when membership fees have been paid [...]

Purpose:• To clearly establish which CMMOTA association fees amounts are to be set by administration, and which are to be set by the Board of Directors, and the process of notifying members of changes to the CMMOTA Fee Schedule.Policy:1. The Board of Directors shall be responsible to set the following fees on not less than an annual basis:a. New RMT Student Membership Feesb. New MOT Student Membership Feesc. New RMT Associate Membership Feesd. New RMT Full Membership Feese. New MOT Full Membership Feesf. New Full RMT & MOT Membership Feesg. New Associate RMT & Full MOT Membership Feesh. New Inactive Massage [...]

Purpose:• To establish policy surrounding the appointment of members to serve on external committees, and to provide details surrounding compensation for participation in an external committee resulting from appointment to that committee, and to provide clarification on the rescindment of an external committee appointment.Policy:1. The Board may by motion appoint, with mutual consent, a member in good standing with the Association to serve on an external committee or organization.2. The Board may rescind, by motion, the appointment of any member serving on an external committee or organization. a. In such cases Administration shall inform the chair of the external committee or [...]

Purpose: • To assist the Board of Directors and Administration in preparing for the Annual General Meeting while meeting the requirements set forth in CMMOTA Bylaw 3.4.1., 3.4.2., and 5.3.3. Policy: 1. The Board of Directors shall, not less than 22 days prior to the Annual General Meeting, by motion: a. Set a date, time, and location for the Annual General Meeting; and b. Establish an invitation list; and c. Set acceptable methods of attendance; and d. Approve an Agenda; and e. Approve Audited Financial Statements from the Prior Fiscal Year for distribution; and f. Approve a list of nominee(s) together [...]

Purpose: • To establish Disciplinary Policy for non-compliance regarding submission of Annual Declaration Forms per CMMOTA Bylaw’s 3.5.1.1.7., 3.5.1.2.7., 3.5.1.3.5., 3.5.1.4.4., 3.5.1.5.4., 3.5.1.6.9., 3.5.1.7.7., 3.5.1.8.1., 3.5.1.9.1., 3.5.1.10.2., 3.5.1.11.1., 3.5.1.12.1., 3.6.2.2., 3.6.2.3., and 3.7.1..Policy:1. The Board of Directors grants its authority to Administration to suspend, and if necessary, cancel an individual’s membership following the steps outlined below regarding non-compliance regarding submission of Annual Declaration Forms.2. All Members are responsible to submit a completed CMMOTA Membership Annual Declaration Form by December 31st of each calendar year.3. If a Member does not submit a completed CMMOTA Membership Annual Declaration Form by December 31st of [...]

Purpose:• To provide policy and procedure for CMMOTA Bylaw 7.4.2. which reads: “A member, in good standing, may inspect the books, records and documents of the Association at the Registered and Records Office, upon reasonable notice during regular business hours.”Policy:1. Any member who is in good standing with the Association has the right to request to inspect the books, records, and documents of the Association at the Registered and Records Office of the Association. This request must be made in writing delivered by email to info@cmmota.com, or by fax to (403)517-7675, or by regular post to the CMMOTA Office. This request [...]

Purpose: • To provide additional clarification surrounding Educational Requirements for Membership as described in CMMOTA Bylaw’s 3.2.1.1., 3.2.2.1., 3.2.3.1., 3.2.3.2., 3.2.4.1., 3.2.5.1., 3.2.6.1., 3.2.7.1., 3.2.9.1., 3.2.10.1., and 3.2.10.2.. Policy: 1. Educational credentials provided by a membership applicant, if possible, will be verified with the educational institution which issued them in accordance with CMMOTA’s Verification of Certificates and Documents Submitted by Members or Membership Applicants Policy. 2. Education Credentials will only be recognized if: a. CMMOTA deems the credentials to be authentic; and b. The institution either was recognized by CMMOTA on the date which the educational credentials were issued; or c. [...]

Please note that this policy does not apply to massage therapist members who are part of a regulatory college which provides registration to Massage Therapists in the jurisdiction in which they practice, as standards for patient records, charting and treatment notes are governed by the respective Colleges for their members/registrants in their jurisdictions.Purpose:• To provide Massage Therapist and Manual Osteopathic Therapist members with clarification of CMMOTA’s expectations for members regarding Client Records, Charting and Treatment Notes as required in accordance with CMMOTA Standards of Practice and Scope of Practice documents.Definitions:• Client – any person who receives treatment in the form of [...]

Purpose: • To establish Disciplinary Policy for non-compliance regarding Intermediate First Aid and Level “C” CPR Certification as outlined in CMMOTA Bylaws 3.5.1.1.2., 3.5.1.2.2., 3.5.1.6.4., 3.5.1.7.2., 3.6.2.2., 3.6.2.3., 3.7.1., and 3.7.3.. Policy:1. The Board of Directors grants its authority to Administration to suspend, and if necessary, cancel an individual’s membership following the steps outlined below regarding non-compliance regarding Intermediate First Aid and Level “C” CPR Certification.2. Full Massage Therapist Members, Full Manual Osteopathic Therapist Members, Registered Massage Therapist Members, and Spa Therapist Members are responsible to maintain valid Intermediate First Aid and Level “C” CPR certification from a recognized Canadian Training [...]

Purpose: • To establish Disciplinary Policy for non-compliance regarding Membership Requirement to maintain valid Professional Liability Insurance in accordance with CMMOTA’s Membership Requirement – Maintenance of Valid Professional Liability Insurance Policy and CMMOTA Bylaw 3.5.1.1.6., 3.5.1.2.6., 3.5.1.3.4., 3.5.1.4.3., 3.5.1.5.3., 3.5.1.6.6., and 3.5.1.7.6.. Policy:1. The Board of Directors grants its authority to Administration to suspend, and if necessary, to cancel an individual’s membership following the steps outlined below regarding non-compliance regarding maintaining valid Professional Liability Insurance.2. Members, unless Inactive or Emeritus, are responsible to maintain valid Professional Liability Insurance.3. The Association’s Insurance Broker shall supply a list of all members who have [...]

Purpose: • To establish Disciplinary Policy for non-compliance regarding other Massage Therapy or Manual Osteopathic Therapy association membership in regard to CMMOTA Bylaw 3.5.1.1.9., 3.5.1.2.8., 3.5.1.3.7., 3.5.1.6.7., 3.5.1.7.8., 3.5.1.8.2., 3.5.1.9.2., 3.5.1.10.2., and 3.7.1., and as outlined in CMMOTA’s Membership Requirement – Other Association Membership Policy.Policy:1. The Board of Directors grants its authority to Administration to suspend, and if necessary, cancel an individual’s membership following the steps outlined below regarding non-compliance with CMMOTA’s Membership Requirement – Other Association Membership Policy.2. All Members are responsible to be in compliance with CMMOTA’s Membership Requirement – Other Association Membership Policy.3. If it is found that [...]

Purpose: • To establish Disciplinary Policy for non-compliance regarding Continuing Education Credits requirements as outlined in CMMOTA Bylaws 3.5.1.1.3., 3.5.1.2.3., 3.5.1.7.3., and CMMOTA’s Membership Requirements – Continuing Education Credits Policy.Policy:1. The Board of Directors grants its authority to Administration to suspend, and if necessary, cancel an individual’s membership following the steps outlined below regarding non-compliance regarding the membership requirements outlined in the CMMOTA Membership Requirements – Continuing Education Credits Policy.2. All Members are responsible to complete and submit continuing education credits as outlined in CMMOTA Membership Requirements – Continuing Education Credits Policy.3. If a Member does not complete and submit the [...]

Purpose: • To establish Disciplinary Policy for non-compliance regarding Current Vulnerable Sector Check as outlined in CMMOTA Bylaws 3.5.1.1.4., 3.5.1.2.4., 3.5.1.3.2., 3.5.1.4.2., 3.5.1.5.2., 3.5.1.6.5., 3.5.1.7.4., 3.6.2.2., 3.6.2.3., and 3.7.1.. Policy:1. The Board of Directors grants its authority to Administration to suspend, and if necessary, cancel an individual’s membership following the steps outlined below regarding non-compliance regarding Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).2. All Full Massage Therapist, Full Manual Osteopathic Therapist, Associate Massage Therapist, Registered Massage Therapist and Spa Therapist Members are responsible to maintain a VSC that has been completed within a three (3) year time frame.3. Student Massage Therapist and Student Manual [...]

Purpose: • To establish Disciplinary Policy for non-compliance regarding RMT Proof of Regulatory College Membership/Registration as outlined in CMMOTA Bylaws 3.5.1.6.1.. Policy:1. The Board of Directors grants its authority to Administration to change the membership type of a member following the steps outlined below regarding non-compliance regarding RMT Proof of Regulatory College Membership/Registration.2. Registered Massage Therapist members are responsible to provide proof of Regulatory College membership/registration in the jurisdiction in which they practice within 30 days of Regulatory College membership/registration renewal.3. Prior to the notice mentioned in item #4 of this policy, administration shall phone the member to warn them of [...]

Purpose: • To establish Disciplinary Policy for non-compliance regarding the requirement for members who are not Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada to hold either a valid study permit or a valid work permit issued by the Government of Canada per CMMOTA Bylaw’s 3.5.1.1.10., 3.5.1.2.9., 3.5.1.3.8., 3.5.1.4.5., 3.5.1.5.5., 3.5.1.6.8., 3.5.1.7.11., 3.5.1.8.3., 3.5.1.9.3., and 3.7.1..Policy:1. The Board of Directors grants its authority to Administration to suspend, and if necessary, cancel an individual’s membership following the steps outlined below regarding non-compliance regarding study permit and/or work permit requirements.2. A Member who is not a Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident of Canada [...]

Purpose:• To provide guidance to members who through their clinical practice become aware of or suspect that an individual is experiencing some form of abuse.Policy:1. In Canada, it is mandatory to report the suspected abuse of a child. In Canada, a child is legally defined as a person under the age of 18 years of age, although this age may increase in provinces where the age of majority is higher. If a child discloses to you that they are being abused, it is mandatory for you to report this disclosure. If an adult discloses to you that they are abusing a [...]