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Purpose: • To provide policy and procedure surrounding Membership Reinstatement in Accordance with CMMOTA Bylaw 3.7.. Policy 1. A former Member may apply for membership reinstatement under the following circumstances: a. A former Member who voluntarily cancelled their membership and informed the Association in writing of the date of the cancellation in accordance with CMMOTA’s Member Initiated Membership Cancellation Policy. b. A former Member who had their membership cancelled as [...]

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 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., [...]

Purpose: • To provide clarity on the Powers, Duties, Responsibilities of Directors in regard to CMMOTA Bylaw Articles 4.2., 4.5., 7.1., and 7.5. and to provide expectations related to the fulfillment of the role of each Director, and more specifically to the role of each executive position on the Board (President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer). Policy: 1. In accordance with CMMOTA Bylaw Section 4.5., all Directors of the Board [...]

Purpose: • To establish policy 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 [...]

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 [...]

Purpose: • To establish policy 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 [...]

Purpose: • To establish policy 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, including fulfilling any of the insurance [...]

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 [...]

Purpose: • To establish policy 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 [...]

1. Purpose 1.1. The Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (“CMMOTA”) Bylaws, Policies, Code of Ethics, Scopes of Practice, Standards of Practice, and Mission Statement form the baseline for this Policy. 1.2. This Discipline for Complaints Policy (the “Policy”) provides a review process for Member complaints. A complaint regarding the behavior or performance of a member may be provided to the organization by a third party, or advanced by [...]

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 [...]

In those cases where a massage therapist member is a registered member of the Regulatory College in the jurisdiction in which they practice, this policy does not apply, as the standards which those members are responsible to adhere to are set by the regulatory body within those jurisdictions. Purpose: • To provide clarification for members on how and when and whom they may treat in regard to family members. While [...]

In those cases where a massage therapist member is a registered member of the Regulatory College in the jurisdiction in which they practice, this policy does not apply, as the standards which those members are responsible to adhere to are set by the regulatory body within those jurisdictions. Purpose: • To provide clarification for members on how and when they may treat a romantic partner. For those members who are [...]

In those cases where a massage therapist member is a registered member of the Regulatory College in the jurisdiction in which they practice, this policy does not apply, as the standards which those members are responsible to adhere to are set by the regulatory body within those jurisdictions. Purpose: • To provide clarity and guidance for massage and manual osteopathic therapists surrounding the definition of sensitive areas of the body [...]

In those cases where a massage therapist member is a registered member of the Regulatory College in the jurisdiction in which they practice, this policy does not apply, as the standards which those members are responsible to adhere to are set by the regulatory body within those jurisdictions. Purpose: • To provide clarification for members on how and when they may treat a spouse. While treatment of spouses is currently [...]

Purpose: • To establish conduct expectations for members, and response expectations from staff should instances of verbal abuse arise. Policy: 1. Verbal abuse of staff by a member, or potential member will not be tolerated. Verbal abuse may come in multiple forms of communication including either the spoken or written word and includes, but is not limited to, the act of harassing, labeling, insulting, scolding, rebuking, or excessive yelling towards [...]

Purpose: • To establish policy surrounding the verification of certificates and documents submitted by Members or Membership Applicants for authenticity and validity. These certificates and/or documents may include, but are not limited to, Massage or Manual Osteopathic Therapy Diplomas, Transcripts, First Aid and CPR Certificates, proof of insurance documentation, English Language Competencies, and letters of good standing from other professional Associations, or any other document which administration deems necessary because [...]

This policy does not apply to Registered Massage Therapist members of CMMOTA. All Registered Massage Therapist members must follow the rules and guidelines of the legislated regulatory college in the jurisdiction in which you practice.Purpose:• To provide guidance and association expectations for those therapists seeking to provide remote virtual treatment options to their established clientele. It is the stance of CMMOTA that all Full Massage Therapist, Spa Therapist or Full [...]

Purpose: • To provide policy surrounding the cancellation of Membership as initiated by a Member. Policy: 1. A Member may voluntarily choose to cancel their membership with CMMOTA for any reason. 2. Membership fees are non-refundable and are considered fulfilled on the first day of the membership period for which they were paid. 3. When cancellation of a membership is initiated by a member, the notice of cancellation must be [...]

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. Membership fees are non-refundable [...]

Purpose: • To provide policy 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 [...]

Purpose: • To establish policy 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 [...]

Purpose: • To establish policy surrounding the Membership Requirement to maintain a current Vulnerable Sector check in accordance with 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., and 3.6.2.3., 3.6.2.4., and 3.6.2.5.. Definitions:• Vulnerable Sector Check – refers to a vulnerable sector check record obtained from the local police service in the jurisdiction in Canada where the member resides.Policy:1. Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) Document Requirements1.1. A VSC must [...]

Purpose: • To establish policy surrounding the establishment of a Disciplinary Committee, the purpose of the Disciplinary Committee, the application process for a potential Member of the Disciplinary Committee, the compensation to be provided for service on the committee, and term limits for appointed committee Members. Policy: 1. The Board of Directors shall establish a standing Disciplinary Committee comprised of not less than 3 and not more than 12 Members [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Purpose: • To establish guidelines for administration to use when reviewing submitted continuing education courses for credit under the CMMOTA CEC Program. Policy: 1. Administration shall ensure that prior to completing an evaluation of a course, that all materials needed for course evaluation are present. These materials include: a. Completed Appendix 22 or Appendix 23. b. Fees Paid in Full (if applicable). c. Proof of National Certification Board for Therapeutic [...]

Guidelines for Best Practice: Updated January 21, 2025 Preface The Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA) defines massage therapy in practice, as the assessment, treatment and prevention of joint and soft tissue physical dysfunction, injury, and pain, using manual and electro therapeutic modalities, soft tissue manipulation and mobilization. Massage therapy is a clinically oriented healthcare profession that can assist in alleviating pain and discomfort associated with repetitive strains, [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

CMMOTA MEMBER CODE OF ETHICS GUIDELINES • Each member of our Association will respect and protect patient dignity and safety. • Each member will respect and protect the dignity of their therapy through their actions and professional conduct. • Each member will respect the client’s right to privacy and confidentiality. • Each member will provide competent, safe care to all clients. • Each member will act with integrity and honesty [...]

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. [...]

Authorized Activities within Professional Practice: Updated November 7, 2024 PREFACE Definition A scope of practice highlights the professional activities permissible by respective legislation and/or education skills and training certifications. It provides an external boundary within which graduates of the profession work. An individual therapist’s scope of practice may vary somewhat from others within the profession, as professional development may provide them with advanced skills in specific areas of practice. However, [...]

Authorized Activities and Restrictions within Professional Practice: Updated November 7, 2024 PREFACE Definition A scope of practice highlights the professional activities permissible by respective legislation and/or education skills and training certifications. It provides an external boundary within which graduates of the profession work. An individual therapist’s scope of practice may vary somewhat from others within the profession, as professional development may provide them with advanced skills in specific areas of [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Purpose:• To provide further clarity surrounding the use/sale of Cannabis, CBD Oil, and other Cannabis based Products within the practice of massage therapy or manual osteopathic therapy and to provide clear guidelines for providing therapy to someone who is under the influence of this drug. Originally drafted and adopted as a position statement following the Cannabis Act and associated regulations coming into force on October 17, 2018, we are now [...]

Purpose:• To establish policy surrounding the Membership Requirement for Registered Massage Therapist members to provide proof of active membership in good standing with the provincially legislated regulatory college for massage therapists within their jurisdiction of practice in accordance with CMMOTA Bylaw 3.5.1.6.1. Definition:• “Active Membership” – for this policy means that the member is registered and in good standing with the regulatory college for massage therapists within the jurisdiction of [...]

Purpose:• To provide policy surrounding the request for a change of name 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 name is approved.Policy:1. The professional name by which a member shall be recognized must match the name of the person on their supplied government issued documentation at the time that they [...]

Purpose:• To provide clarification surrounding the retention of copies of Government Issued Identification provided by members, or membership applicants to the Association.Policy:1. Members, or membership applicants may be required from time to time to provide copies of Government issued identification for verification purposes, either in verifying their identity, their ability to study or work in Canada, or a change in identity. 2. Copies of Government Issued Identification are not to [...]

Purpose: • To establish a Disciplinary Policy for Non-Compliance regarding Annual General Meeting Attendance to deal with items outlined in CMMOTA Bylaws 3.5.1.1.1., 3.5.1.2.1., 3.5.1.6.2.., 3.5.1.7.1., 3.6.2.2., 3.6.2.3., 3.7.1., 3.7.3., and the CMMOTA Fee Schedule, and to outline Membership and Administration Procedure in relation to the 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 [...]

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. [...]

Purpose: • To establish clear guidelines surrounding the upgrading of membership from student to higher classes of membership following the completion of a massage or manual osteopathic therapy program, and requirements for members who withdraw from an education program prior to completion. Policy: 1. Student Massage Therapist members may only upgrade to an Associate Massage Therapist Member if they reside in an unregulated province or territory of Canada. Associate members [...]

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. [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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. [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Purpose:• To provide guidance on when, how, and what information may be provided to third parties including professional liability insurance providers, any level of government in Canada, health insurance companies, Canadian law enforcement, hired contractors, other massage or manual osteopathic therapist association(s), other third parties, and members of the public.Policy:1. Access to Membership Information on the CMMOTA Find-A-Therapist Information Pagea. Members have the right to have their name and business [...]

Purposes: • The Association strives to create a community free from the bonds of discrimination. This community is built on respect, inclusivity, and diversity for its members, employees, and the public which they serve. We are committed to fairness, equal opportunity, and a deep respect for the rule of law, practiced in an environment of trust and mutual respect in the delivery of professional treatment to the public. • [...]

Purpose:• To provide guidance to administration in conducting a Formal Review where a Vulnerable Sector Check provided by a membership applicant provides information which would place the applicant in violation of CMMOTA Bylaw 3.6.2.4., 3.6.2.5., 3.6.2.6., or 3.6.2.8.. Policy:1. The formal review process shall be carried out by the Executive Director, the President of the Board of Directors and a second member of the Board appointed by the Board, which [...]