Policy

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 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 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 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 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 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 provide clear direction on the setting of Annual Membership Renewal Fees and what is to be included in the fee in accordance with CMMOTA Bylaw 3.3..Policy:1. Membership Renewal Fees shall include the costs for annual membership and the cost of the standard professional liability insurance for each category of membership.2. Membership Renewal Fees do not include additional insurance fees for optional modalities coverage that are available through the Association’s insurance broker. Additional insurance fees for optional modalities coverage shall be added to the member’s Renewal Invoice.3. If a member is required to obtain insurance from another broker outside of [...]

Purpose: • To establish Disciplinary Policy for non-compliance regarding Payment of Membership Fees in accordance with CMMOTA Bylaws 3.3., 3.6.2.1., 3.7.1., and 3.7.3..Policy:1. The Board of Directors grants its authority to Administration to impose Administrative Fees to process renewals past the deadline as described in the CMMOTA Fee Schedule, to suspend, and if necessary, to cancel an individual’s membership following the steps outlined below regarding non-compliance regarding Payment of Membership Fees.2. Members are responsible to pay membership fees on an annual basis on or before the deadline set out by the Board of Directors.3. If a Member does not submit payment [...]

Purpose:• To establish policy and procedure surrounding the Membership Requirement to submit an Annual Declaration form as part of the requirement for Membership Renewal in accordance with 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., and 3.5.1.10.1.. • The purpose of the Annual Declaration is to provide on a minimum of a yearly basis the information requested on the form to the Association in order to keep the members information up to date with the Association, and to fulfill requirements for members in Nova Scotia as required in provincial titles protection legislation.Policy:1. All members of the Association are [...]

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 a framework surrounding CMMOTA Bylaw 3.5.1.1.1., 3.5.1.2.1., 3.5.1.6.2., and 3.5.1.7.1., which stipulates the requirements for AGM attendance during a 3-year CEC cycle.Policy:1. Registered Massage Therapist, Full Massage Therapist, Spa Therapist and Full Manual Osteopathic Therapist members are responsible to attend at least one Annual General Meeting (AGM) during every three-year Continuing Education Credit (CEC) cycle. During this period of time, it is the responsibility of each Registered Massage Therapist, Full Massage Therapist, Spa Therapist and Full Manual Osteopathic Therapist member to attend a minimum of one (1) AGM, or to pay a fee-in-lieu as prescribed in CMMOTA Bylaw [...]

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 establish policy and procedure surrounding the Membership Requirement to maintain valid Intermediate First Aid and Level “C” CPR certification in accordance with CMMOTA Bylaw’s 3.5.1.1.2., 3.5.1.2.2., 3.5.1.6.4., and 3.5.1.7.2.. Policy: 1. Full Massage Therapist Members, Full Manual Osteopathic Therapist Members, Registered Massage Therapist Members, and Spa Therapist Members are responsible to maintain a valid Intermediate First Aid and Level “C” CPR Certification as defined in CSA Standard Z1210-17, their equivalent, or more advanced level First Aid and CPR Certification at all times while they are a full Member of the Association. All other classes of Membership in the [...]

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 establish policy and procedure surrounding the Membership Requirement to maintain a valid study permit or a valid work permit if required as 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., and 3.5.1.9.3.. Policy: 1. All Members who are not Canadian Citizens, or Permanent Residents of Canada are responsible to maintain either a valid study permit or a valid work permit that has not expired. 2. A valid study permit must be accompanied by proof of a valid visitor visa (temporary resident visa) or an electronic travel authorization, which has been issued by the Government of [...]

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 [...]

Purpose:• To establish policy and procedure surrounding the Membership Requirement to maintain valid Professional Liability Insurance in accordance with CMMOTA Bylaw’s 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. Full Massage Therapist Members, Full Manual Osteopathic Therapist Members, Associate Massage Therapist Members, Registered Massage Therapist Members, and Spa Therapist Members are required to maintain valid Professional Liability Insurance through the Association’s insurance broker.2. Student Members are required to maintain valid Professional Liability Insurance through their school, or through the Associations insurance broker.3. Notwithstanding item 1. and item 2. in some circumstances created by geographical or other restrictions, a member may [...]

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 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. [...]

Purpose:• To establish policy surrounding the Membership Requirement to pay membership fees in accordance with CMMOTA Bylaw 3.3.. Policy:1. Full Massage Therapist Members, Full Manual Osteopathic Therapist Members, Associate Massage Therapist Members, Registered Massage Therapist Members, Spa Therapist Members, Inactive Massage Therapist Members, and Inactive Manual Osteopathic Therapist Members are required to pay in advance on an annual basis Membership Renewal Fees as designated by the Association in accordance with the CMMOTA Fee Schedule.2. The Board of Directors shall, by motion, set Membership Renewal Fees for the next calendar year no later than September 30 and the Membership Fees shall be [...]

Purpose: To set the parameters for the call for nomination(s) for open Board of Directors positions as described in CMMOTA Bylaw 4.3., 4.4., 4.12.1., 5.3.2., 5.4.. Policy: 1. Members shall receive a notice for nomination(s) via electronic mail which shall include: a. a list of positions on the Board of Directors which are open for nomination, together with the length of the term, and with an attached nomination form and a copy of this policy and procedure. 2. The Notice of Nomination(s) shall be sent to the last known electronic mail address of each Member in good standing 60 days prior [...]

Purpose • To establish policy surrounding the requirement for English language fluency as a part of the requirements for membership with the Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (the Association) as described in CMMOTA Bylaw’s 3.2.1.8., 3.2.2.8., 3.2.3.8., 3.2.4.6., 3.2.5.5., 3.2.6.6., 3.2.7.7., 3.2.8.7., and 3.2.9.9.. Policy 1. All applicants must be able to speak and write English with reasonable fluency. Effective communication is essential for the provision of competent, safe, high quality Massage Therapy or Manual Osteopathic Therapy services. Language fluency enhances public protection by ensuring that members can communicate effectively with clients and other members of the health care [...]

Purpose: • To establish policy and procedure surrounding the Membership Requirement to belong to only one Association associated with each professional designation per CMMOTA Bylaw’s 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., and 3.5.1.10.2.. Definitions: 1. “College” – meaning either the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC, or the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario, or the College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland and Labrador, or the College of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick, or the College of Massage Therapists of Prince Edward Island. 2. “Manual Osteopathic Therapist Association” – means an association whose purpose it is to grant professional [...]