Find-A-Therapist – Are You Listed
Did you know the Find-A-Therapist page is one of the most visited sections of the CMMOTA website? There’s a link to it on every page—even this one (just glance up [...]
Membership Handbook Update – May 29, 2025 Edition
Here is the link to the Members Policy and Procedure Handbook – https://cmmota.com/policy-handbook/ Below we have outlined changes and additions or deletions to our policy handbook since the [...]
Stand-Alone Treatments and Proper Receipting Procedures
In the past we have had numerous questions from members surrounding what is meant by Stand-Alone treatments, and how receipts are supposed to be written when a stand-alone treatment [...]
2025 AGM – What You Need to Know!
It is with great pleasure that we officially provide notice that this years Annual General Meeting will be held virtually on May 30, 2025 from 2 PM – 6 [...]
Receipting for Services – Things You Need to Know!
In December 2024, CMMOTA updated its receipt issuance policy, splitting it into three separate policies based on professional designations. On May 6, 2025 the Board provided a significant change regarding [...]
Board Nominations
Board Nominations are closed. The next scheduled board nomination process will open in 2026.The Association is looking for 2 members to fill open positions on the Board. If becoming a [...]
How do I Upgrade my Membership to Full?
As a reminder, you have 60 days from the date that your program was completed to submit the required documents. Failure to do so will result in your membership [...]
I May be Moving to a Regulated Province. What Can I Expect?
We currently have members that practice in all provinces and territories throughout Canada. Our members enjoy the freedom of traveling and working within non regulated provinces throughout Canada without [...]
Guide for New Members: Navigating CMMOTA Resources
Welcome to CMMOTA! As a new member, navigating our association's resources and understanding your responsibilities is essential for a successful professional journey. Here’s a guide to help you get started: [...]
How Should I Write My Receipts?
The information that you include on receipts is vitally important because it is the written record for payment of treatment, and it is essential that you have the right [...]
What Suspension Means and Why You Don’t Want to Be Suspended
CMMOTA members are all responsible for meeting certain membership requirements. These include: • Keeping your Standard First Aid and Level “C” CPR certification up to date. • Ensuring that [...]
How Much Should I Charge for Client Records?
When it comes to answering the question “How much should I charge for Client Records?" there are several factors that you need to consider: Consent & Legal Requirements • [...]
What is a Treatment Plan and Why is it Important
A treatment plan is a therapist's plan for care, developed in consultation with the client, for either a single session or multiple treatments. It is based on the client’s [...]
Defining Billing Privileges, Direct Billing, Online Billing, and Receipt Submission
Over the years, we have had a few questions surrounding billing privileges, direct billing, online billing, and receipt submissions. As this is an incredibly important part of having a [...]
Letting Go of a Client: What Every Therapist Should Consider
Navigating Client Dismissal: A Guide for Therapists At some point in their careers, most therapists will face the difficult task of ending a therapeutic relationship. There can be many [...]
What You Need to Know About Cell Phones in Treatment Rooms
Cell phones are a very important tool that a massage or manual osteopathic therapist can leverage in their practice. They can prove to be extremely helpful in being able [...]
Submit Your Continuing Education Certificates ‘Cause It’s Important!
Do you have continuing education certificates that you have never submitted to the Association? We want to make you aware that it is incredibly important to provide all your [...]
Legal Guard – CMMOTA Member Access to Legal Advice
Legal Guard® Information Service is a support that is provided to CMMOTA members through the professional liability insurance package that is obtained through our CMMOTA insurance broker. Legal Guard® [...]