CMTO’s Council recently approved several amendments to the College’s by-laws. Find out how these changes help streamline existing governance processes.
Summer-Fall 2021
CMTO’s Council met on June 14th, 2021. Read the highlights from the summer meeting.
Summer-Fall 2021
Learn about recent Ontario Government COVID-19 announcements and initiatives that may impact RMTs.
Summer-Fall 2021
CMTO thanks RMTs for their continued effort in helping keep clients safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. As healthcare providers, RMTs have an ethical obligation to serve their clients’ best interests and protect them from harm. CMTO believes that getting vaccinated is an extension of this commitment.
Summer-Fall 2021
CMTO is pleased to announce the return of our provincewide ‘Look Before You Book’ campaign.
Summer-Fall 2021
Thank you to the RTMs who participated in the Evidence-Informed Massage Therapy Practice Baseline Survey last year. The results from the survey are in!
Summer-Fall 2021
CMTO’s 2022 registration renewal is open. All RMTs must renew their registration by November 1st, 2021.
Summer-Fall 2021
The benefits of social media in today’s interconnected world are clear, but RMTs should always be mindful of how they conduct themselves and what they share on social media.
Summer-Fall 2021
In July 2021, CMTO released new Standards of Practice that take effect on January 1, 2022. RMTs are encouraged to review and consider how the new Standards apply to their practice.
Summer-Fall 2021
Feedback is a key source of information that helps healthcare professionals improve their practice. For RMTs, an important part of evidence-informed practice is actively engaging in reflection, which is interlinked to the 15 Career-Span Competencies, outlined in STRiVE.
Spring 2021
CMTO is actively working on various updates to improve user experience on its website. Later this summer, the College will introduce several updates to the online public register. Learn about the upcoming changes.
Spring 2021
Evidence-informed Massage Therapy Practice (EIMTP) is defined as the consistent application and integration of the following four domains 1) RMT Knowledge, Experience and Practice Evaluation; 2) Client Perspective; 3) Work Context; and 4) External Research. Learn how to apply these domains to your practice.
Spring 2021
RMTs are encouraged to support the Government of Ontario’s vaccination campaign and help counter vaccine hesitancy. Please check our vaccine-related FAQs for the latest information.
Spring 2021
CMTO’s Council met on May 10th and 11th, 2021. Read the highlights from the Spring meeting.
Spring 2021
We’re delighted to welcome Maureen Boon as our new Interim Deputy Registrar.
Spring 2021
Over 90% of RMTs successfully completed their requirements between September and November 2020. Thank you for submitting your requirements on time!
Winter 2021
CMTO’s Council President, Kim Westfall-Connor, welcomes newly elected, acclaimed and appointed Members to Council.
Winter 2021
A scenario to assist RMTs in their decision-making related to the use of additional PPE when providing in-person treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Winter 2021
We are pleased to announce that CMTO’s Council approved the new Standards of Practice. New Standards come into effect in January 2022.
Winter 2021
RMTs and agents who are “Health Information Custodians (HICs)” must report privacy breach statistics for the previous year to the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario (IPC) by March 31, 2021.
Winter 2021
Under the RHPA, RMTs, employers and facility operators are obligated to file written mandatory reports under certain circumstances. Read this article to ensure you are aware of your obligations.
Winter 2021
CMTO’s Council held its first meeting of the year on Feb. 9th, 2021. Read the highlights from the meeting.
Winter 2021
Learn more about how to assess risk in your practice during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Winter 2020
CMTO’s Council recently approved several amendments to the current College’s By-Law No. 7 – Fees for Registration, Examinations and Other Activities. Find out how these changes impact RMTs and examination candidates.
Winter 2020
In November 2020, CMTO’s Council approved the introduction of a daily tariff for discipline hearings at the College.
Winter 2020
CMTO would like to remind RMTs that bartering – or trading – of Massage Therapy treatment for nonmonetary goods or services still constitutes ‘Massage Therapy care.’
Winter 2020
On November 23, 2020, CMTO’s Council rescinded the Complementary Modalities and Modalities Considered to be Outside the Scope of Practice policies. Learn what that means for your practice.
Winter 2020
Thank you to everyone who participated in the draft Standards of Practice consultation. Learn more about the next steps in the Standards of Practice revision project.
Winter 2020
To offer some relief to RMTs amid the COVID-19 pandemic, CMTO provided a split payment option for the 2021 renewal period.
Winter 2020
CMTO is excited to announce the launch of a new “For Clients” section of our website.
Winter 2020
Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, CMTO is extending the renewal period.
Summer 2020
Photo ID cards will no longer be issued for initial registration and renewal. RMTs, clients and employers should refer to the public register for the most up to date information.
Summer 2020
CMTO’s Council President, Kim Westfall-Connor, reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic and CMTO’s vision for 2020 and beyond.
Summer 2020
CMTO is developing new Standards of Practice to reflect current needs and trends in Massage Therapy practice and the regulatory environment. Learn more about this exciting project and how you can get involved.
Summer 2020
Evidence-Informed Practice is at the core of quality client care. CMTO will be introducing additional activities to support RMTs in applying an evidence-informed approach. But first, we need to hear from you!
Summer 2020
STRiVE 2020 launches in September and will be due on November 30, 2020.
Summer 2020
Learn about the studies and projects funded by the Massage Therapy Research Fund.
Summer 2020
CMTO Open Houses are going online this year, so you can join in from anywhere and everywhere.
Summer 2020
CMTO held Council meetings on September 16 and 17 and November 25 and 26, 2019. ...
Winter 2019
On September 5, 2019, STRiVE, the Quality Assurance Program launched with a warm welcome from the profession. ...
Winter 2019
The College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) is excited to present a refreshed Code of Ethics. ...
Winter 2019
On October 17, 2018, recreational cannabis became legal for adult use in Canada under ...
Winter 2019
The College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO)’s Standard of Practice for Maintaining Professional Boundaries and Preventing Sexual Abuse includes a sample written consent form ...
Winter 2019
The College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) has signed an agreement with Prometric Canada Testing Services Inc. (Prometric) ...
Winter 2019
In September and October 2019, CMTO welcomed almost 200 guests to Open Houses in Electoral Districts 1, 6 and 9...
Winter 2019
The College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) is committed to preventing and addressing the sexual abuse of clients by Registered Massage Therapists...
Winter 2019
The College sometimes encounters difficulties obtaining outstanding fees from registrants...
Summer 2019
CMTO’s Professional Misconduct Regulation defines the parameters of professional practice...
Summer 2019
With the release of the 2018 Annual Report, we mark 100 years of Massage Therapy Regulation in Ontario.
Summer 2019
Ontario’s RMTs will want to watch their email inbox for details about the new Quality Assurance Program (QAP).
Summer 2019
In May 2019, Council reviewed registration fees and determined there would be no increase to renewal fees for 2020
Summer 2019
2018 saw the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO)’s first series of Open Houses
Summer 2019
Massage Therapy has been part of healthcare for centuries. But where did it all begin?
Winter/Spring 2019
The College held its first Council meeting of the year on Feb. 12th. Take a look at the highlights from this meeting.
Winter/Spring 2019
Thank you for taking the time to provide your input into the process of refreshing the Code of Ethics for RMTs in Ontario.
Winter/Spring 2019
CMTO introduced a refreshed multi-year Strategic Plan (2019-2021) that will continue propelling the College on its path to becoming a more modern regulator.
Winter/Spring 2019
We are pleased to announce the acclamation of three registrants to the Council of the College.
Winter 2018
A reminder that RMTs are prohibited from treating anyone with whom they have a sexual or romantic relationship with, including their spouse.
Winter 2018
You’re invited to try the first two Quality Assurance Program tools: a revised Self-Assessment Tool and a new Action-Learning Plan.
Winter 2018
Thank you to everyone who attended CMTO’s Open House events in three regions of Ontario. Here’s a summary of the events.
Winter 2018
CMTO has held three Council meetings in 2018: Feb. 13th, May 14-15th, and Sept. 10th. Key highlights are now available from these meetings.
Winter 2018
Lisa Tucker, RMT and President at CMTO, summarizes the College's 2017 Annual Report.
Winter 2018
The College would like to welcome Laura Manning, RMT, as our new Practice Specialist.
Fall 2018
The Health Professions Procedural Code (the Code) under the RHPA has been updated with additional self-reporting requirements for all MTs.
Fall 2018
CMTO's Council will consider changes to CMTO's Professional Misconduct regulations. The new changes will clarify requirements around MTs' professional conduct.
Fall 2018
After extensive consultations, the College is excited to launch the first two Quality Assurance Program tools – a revised Self-Assessment Tool and a new Action-Learning Plan this fall/winter.
Fall 2018
Corinne Flitton, CMTO’s Registrar & CEO, explains the College’s mandate of protecting the public interest.
Fall 2018
(De nouvelles occasions d’implication et de rétroaction à venir)
2018 is a year of increased engagement at the College. We’ll introduce new ways for you to share feedback on our policies and initiatives.
Spring 2018
(Conclusion du Projet de réglementation des cliniques)
In February, the 12 Health Regulators collaborating on the Clinic Regulation Working Group jointly decided to conclude this project.
Spring 2018
(Message de la registraire un regard vers l’avenir)
Corinne Flitton, CMTO’s Registrar & CEO, summarizes exciting new initiatives in store for the College in 2018.
Spring 2018
(Message de la présidente Bienvenue aux nouveaux membres du Conseil! )
Lisa Tucker, RMT and President at CMTO, welcomes newly elected, acclaimed and appointed members to this year’s Council.
Spring 2018
(Points saillants des réunions du Conseil)
CMTO held three Council meetings in 2017: May 15, Sept. 11 and Nov. 13. Key highlights are now available from the meetings.
Spring 2018
(Rappel important : traiter votre partenaire sentimental ou votre conjoint est considéré comme des mauvais traitements d’ordre sexuel en Ontario)
Attention all registrants! This is a reminder that RMTs are not allowed to treat their spouses/romantic partners under any circumstances.
Spring 2018
(Révisions à venir du programme d’assurance de la qualité)
The revisions process of our Quality Assurance Program is underway. In the first-quarter, we’ve been gathering input on the new framework.
Spring 2018
(Êtes-vous un dépositaire de renseignements sur la santé? faites le suivi statistique des atteintes à la vie privée dans votre pratique!)
As of Jan. 1st, HICs have an obligation to track privacy breach statistics to meet the new annual reporting requirement for 2019.
Spring 2018
(Légalisation de la marijuana : quelle sera l’incidence sur votre pratique?)
You asked, we answered! Our Practice Specialist responded to the top questions on the upcoming changes around legal uses of cannabis.
Spring 2018