TORONTO, December 10, 2025 – The College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) has suspended Conan Valyear’s Certificate of Registration. This suspension is a result of an allegation of sexual misconduct from a client who received Massage Therapy treatment from Mr. Valyear in Ontario, and the misconduct described in a public notification regarding Mr. Valyear issued by the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC.

“There is nothing sexual about Massage Therapy care. We take all complaints seriously and have suspended this individual’s ability to practise as CMTO investigates this allegation,” said Maureen Boon, CMTO’s Registrar and CEO.

Please see Conan Valyear’s details on CMTO’s public register for further information.

CMTO urges anyone with relevant information or concerns about this individual, or who may have experienced misconduct, to contact the College immediately. All reports will be handled confidentially and with sensitivity to support affected individuals.

About the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario

CMTO is the regulator established by the provincial government to regulate the practice of Massage Therapy and to govern the conduct of Registered Massage Therapists/Massage Therapists (RMTs/MTs) in the province of Ontario under the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 and the Massage Therapy Act, 1991. CMTO is dedicated to protecting the public’s interest, guiding registrants, and promoting the highest standards of Massage Therapy practice.

For more information, contact:

Sam Harris
Manager, Policy and Communications
College of Massage Therapists of Ontario
sam.harris@cmto.com