# The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario


## Posts

- [2025 COTO Board Elections: Nominations open December 11, 2024](https://www.coto.org/board-news/2025-coto-board-elections-nominations-open-december-11-2024/index.md)
- [Now Available: 2024 Annual Report](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/now-available-2024-annual-report/index.md)
- [Ontario Increasing Financial and Community Supports for Veterans](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/ontario-increasing-financial-and-community-supports-for-veterans/index.md)
- [Funding Opportunity: Ontario Autism Program Workforce Capacity Fund](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/funding-opportunity-ontario-autism-program-workforce-capacity-fund/index.md)
- [Now Available: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Occupational Therapy Practice](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/now-available-artificial-intelligence-ai-in-occupational-therapy-practice/index.md)
- [2024 College Response to the Coroner's Report: Deaths from Transfer Pole](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/2024-college-response-to-the-coroners-report-deaths-from-transfer-pole/index.md)
- [October 24, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/october-24-2024-board-meeting-highlights/index.md)
- [2024 Quality Assurance Annual Requirements Due October 31st](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/2024-quality-assurance-annual-requirements-due-october-31st/index.md)
- [Board Meeting: October 24, 2024](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-meeting-october-24-2024/index.md)
- [Practice Guidance Updates](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/practice-guidance-updates/index.md)
- [[Webinar: October 10, 2024] Public Health Ontario - Influenza, COVID-19, and RSV Immunization for the 2024-25 Respiratory Season](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/webinar-public-health-ontario/index.md)
- [Ontario Health Updates on Quality Standards – Dementia](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/ontario-health-updates-quality-standards-dementia/index.md)
- [Ontario Disability Support Program Virtual Guide](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/ontario-disability-support-program-virtual-guide/index.md)
- [Insights from Investigations: Data from December 2023-May 2024](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/insights-from-investigations-data-from-december-2023-may-2024/index.md)
- [Insights from Investigations: Record Keeping Issues](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/insights-from-investigations-record-keeping-issues/index.md)
- [Home and Community Care Support Services Update: Changing to Ontario Health atHome](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/home-and-community-care-support-services-update-changing-to-ontario-health-athome/index.md)
- [[Updated] Request for Proposals: Website Redesign](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/request-for-proposals-website-redesign/index.md)
- [2023 ACOTRO Annual Report](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/2023-acotro-annual-report/index.md)
- [June 20, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/june-20-2024-board-meeting-highlights/index.md)
- [Now Available: 2024 Annual eLearning Module](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/now-available-2024-annual-elearning-module/index.md)
- [Board Meeting: June 20, 2024](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-meeting-june-20-2024/index.md)
- [Now Available: 2024 Annual Learning Plan](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/now-available-2024-annual-learning-plan/index.md)
- [April 4, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/april-4-2024-board-meeting-highlights/index.md)
- [New Board of Directors Executive](https://www.coto.org/board-news/new-board-of-directors-executive/index.md)
- [Now Available: 2023 College Performance Measurement Framework Report](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/now-available-2023-college-performance-measurement-framework-report/index.md)
- [Board Meeting: April 4, 2024](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-meeting-april-4-2024/index.md)
- [Now Open: Annual Renewal 2024](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/now-open-annual-renewal-2024/index.md)
- [2024 College Board of Directors District 3 Election Results](https://www.coto.org/board-news/2024-college-board-of-directors-district-3-election-results/index.md)
- [ACOTRO Opportunity: Competency Assessor](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/acotro-opportunity-competency-assessor/index.md)
- [Resource: E-Forum Series - Discrimination in Healthcare](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/opportunity-e-forum-series-discrimination-in-healthcare/index.md)
- [Tax receipts now available in the COTO Portal](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/tax-receipts-now-available-in-the-coto-portal/index.md)
- [Survey: Culture, Equity, and Justice in Occupational Therapy Practice](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/cej-survey/index.md)
- [Insights from Investigations: Data from June–December 2023](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/insights-from-investigations-data-from-june-december-2023/index.md)
- [Registrant Feedback on Competency Assessment](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/registrant-feedback-on-competency-assessment/index.md)
- [Board Elections Update - District 3 Voting Now Open](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-elections-update-district-voting-now-open/index.md)
- [Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Intercollege Collaborative FAQ](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/applied-behaviour-analysis-aba-intercollege-collaborative-faq/index.md)
- [The COTO Portal is Now Available](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/the-coto-portal-is-now-available/index.md)
- [January 25, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/january-25-2024-board-meeting-highlights/index.md)
- [Board Elections Update - District 2 Acclamation of Julie Reinhart](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-elections-update-district-2-and-3/index.md)
- [Board Meeting: January 25, 2024](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-meeting-january-25-2024/index.md)
- [Open Call for Committee Applicants](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/open-call-for-committee-applicants/index.md)
- [Reminder: Update Your Registrant Information](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/reminder-update-your-registrant-information/index.md)
- [Important Courtesy Notice from COTO – December Office Closure](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/important-courtesy-notice-from-coto-december-office-closure/index.md)
- [2025 COTO Board Elections: Nominations are now open](https://www.coto.org/board-news/2025-coto-board-elections-nominations-are-now-open/index.md)
- [What’s New in 2025? Annual Renewal](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/whats-new-in-2025-annual-renewal/index.md)
- [Insights from Investigations: Data from June 2024-November 2024](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/insights-from-investigations-data-from-june-2024-november-2024/index.md)
- [Opportunities: Practice & QA Subcommittees and Peer Assessors](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/opportunities-practice-qa-subcommittees-and-peer-assessors/index.md)
- [Updating your Contact Information with the College](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/updating-your-contact-information-with-the-college/index.md): All regulated health professionals are required to keep their contact and employment information up-to-date with their regulator. Changes to the information must be made within 30 days.
- [Board Meeting: January 30, 2025](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-meeting-january-30-2025/index.md): Board meetings are open to the public. To reserve a spot, please contact, Andjelina Stanier, Executive Assistant at 1-800-890-6570 or 416-214-1177 ext. 232 or email astanier@coto.org.
- [Board Elections Update - District 1 Nominations Closed](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/board-elections-update-district-1-nominations-closed/index.md): Nominations for the upcoming 2025 Board of Directors elections in District 1 have now closed. Voting in the District 1 opens Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
- [January 30, 2025 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/january-30-2025-board-highlights/index.md): Read the College's January 30, 2025 Board meeting highlights.
- [New Reportable Disease: Candida Auris (C. auris)](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/new-reportable-disease-candida-auris-c-auris/index.md): As of January 1, 2025, Candida Auris (C. auris) is now a reportable disease of public health significance under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, 1990 (HPPA).
- [Notice: Office Closure February 17, 2025](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-office-closure-february-17-2025/index.md): The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario office will be closed for Family Day on Monday, February 17, 2025.
- [October 26, 2023 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/october-26-2023-board-meeting-highlights/index.md): Read the College's October 26, 2023 Board meeting highlights.
- [June 22, 2023 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/june-22-2023-board-meeting-highlights/index.md): Read the College's June 22, 2023 Board meeting highlights.
- [[District 1 Board Elections] Voting is open and extended until March 10 at 2 p.m.](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/district-1-board-elections-voting-is-open-and-extended-until-march-10-at-2-p-m/index.md)
- [Notice: Special Board Meeting of Board of Directors - Friday, February 28, 2025](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-special-board-meeting-friday-february-28-2025/index.md)
- [Retirement Announcement of Registrar & CEO Elinor Larney](https://www.coto.org/board-news/retirement-announcement-of-registrar-ceo-elinor-larney/index.md)
- [Board Meeting: March 27, 2025](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-meeting-march-27-2025/index.md): Our next College Board meeting will be held on Thursday, March 27, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- [June 22, 2023 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/june-22-2023-board-meeting-highlights-2/index.md): Read the College's June 22, 2023 Board meeting highlights.
- [April 21, 2023 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/april-21-2023-board-meeting-highlights/index.md): Read the College's April 21, 2023 Board meeting highlights.
- [March 30, 2023 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/march-30-2023-board-meeting-highlights/index.md): Read the College's March 30, 2023 Board meeting highlights.
- [January 26, 2023 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/january-26-2023-board-meeting-highlights/index.md): Read the College's January 26, 2023 Board meeting highlights.
- [October 20, 2022 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/october-20-2022-board-meeting-highlights/index.md): Read the College's October 22, 2022 Board meeting highlights.
- [March 24, 2022 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/march-24-2022-board-meeting-highlights/index.md): Read the College's March 24, 2022 Board meeting highlights.
- [January 27, 2022 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/january-27-2022-board-meeting-highlights/index.md): Read the College's January 27, 2022 Board meeting highlights.
- [What’s New for Annual Renewal 2025: Update on Sociodemographic Data Collection](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/whats-new-for-annual-renewal-2025-update-on-sociodemographic-data-collection/index.md)
- [2025 College Board of Directors District 1 Election Results](https://www.coto.org/board-news/2025-college-board-of-directors-district-1-election-results/index.md): See the results from the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's 2025 College Board of Directors District 1 Election.
- [Now Available: 2025 Learning Plan](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/now-available-2025-learning-plan/index.md): The 2025 Learning Plan is now available. Log in to the COTO Portal to get started. Set your goals and come back to describe their impact by October 31 2025.
- [Now Open: Annual Renewal 2025](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/now-open-annual-renewal-2025/index.md): All occupational therapists are required to renew or resign online on or before May 31, 2025. To renew your registration, log in to the COTO Portal.
- [Accessing Tax Receipts](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/accessing-tax-receipts/index.md): Read to learn how to access your tax receipts as an occupational therapist in Ontario.
- [Survey: Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Capacity](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/survey-occupational-therapy-fieldwork-capacity/index.md)
- [March 27, 2025 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/march-27-2025-board-meeting-highlights/index.md): Read the College's March 27, 2025 Board meeting highlights.
- [Notice: Office Closure April 18 and April 21, 2025](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-office-closure-april-18-and-april-21-2025/index.md)
- ["As of Right" Legislation Announcement](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/as-of-right-legislation-announcement/index.md)
- [Learning Plan Resources for Goal Setting, Learning, and Professional Development](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/learning-plan-resources-for-goal-setting-learning-and-professional-development/index.md)
- [Notice: Possible Postal Service Disruption](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-possible-postal-service-disruption-may-2025/index.md): COTO continues to monitor a possible service disruption by Canada Post. In case of a postal strike, please contact us via phone or email.
- [Notice: Office Closure May 19, 2025](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-office-closure-may-19-2025/index.md): If you need to find up-to-date information about an occupational therapist in Ontario, please visit our public register: https://otportal.coto.org/Public-Register-Search-Custom/
- [Changes Affecting Remote Services for Clients and OTs in BC](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/changes-affecting-remote-services-for-clients-and-ots-in-bc/index.md)
- [Board Meeting: June 19, 2025](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-meeting-june-19-2025/index.md): The College is holding its next Board meeting on Thursday, June 19, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- [Notice: Office Closure July 1, 2025](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-office-closure-july-1-2025/index.md): Our office will be closed for Canada Day on Tuesday July 1, 2025. If you need info about an occupational therapist in Ontario, visit our public register.
- [Updated Measles Epidemiological Summary: What Health Professionals Need to Know](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/updated-measles-epidemiological-summary-what-health-professionals-need-to-know/index.md)
- [Latest IPAC Guidelines Now Available for Health Care Settings](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/latest-ipac-guidelines-now-available-for-health-care-settings/index.md)
- [June 19, 2025 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/june-19-2025-board-meeting-highlights/index.md)
- [Now Available: 2025 National eLearning Module](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/now-available-2025-national-elearning-module/index.md)
- [Leadership Transition Announcement](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/leadership-transition-announcement/index.md)
- [New COTO Registrar & CEO Announcement](https://www.coto.org/board-news/new-coto-registrar-ceo-announcement/index.md): The College is pleased to announce the appointment of Gillian Slaughter as the new Registrar & CEO, effective September 8, 2025.
- [Opportunity: ACOTRO Education Developer](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/opportunity-acotro-education-developer/index.md)
- [Notice: Processing Payments on the COTO Portal (Updated)](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-coto-portal-unable-to-process-payments/index.md)
- [2025-2026 COVID-19 and Seasonal Respiratory Illnesses](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/2025-2026-covid-19-and-seasonal-respiratory-illnesses/index.md): Learn more about guidance for occupational therapists regarding COVID-19 and seasonal respiratory illnesses in 2025-2026.
- [Website Update: Employer Information on the Public Register Issue Resolved](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/website-update-employer-information-on-the-public-register-issue-resolved/index.md)
- [Notice: Office Closure October 13, 2025](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-office-closure-october-13-2025/index.md)
- [Board Meeting: October 30, 2025](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-meeting-october-30-2025/index.md)
- [October is Occupational Therapy Month](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/october-is-occupational-therapy-month/index.md)
- [Notice: Postal Service Disruption During Canada Post Strike](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-postal-service-disruption-during-canada-post-strike/index.md)
- [Notice: COTO Portal Disruptions](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-coto-portal-disruptions/index.md)
- [Deadline Extended for Annual Requirements](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/deadline-extended-for-annual-requirements/index.md)
- [October 30, 2025 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/october-30-2025-board-meeting-highlights/index.md)
- [November 19 Webinar: Let's Talk Practice](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/november-19-webinar-lets-talk-practice/index.md)
- [Now Available: 2025 Annual Report](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/now-available-2025-annual-report/index.md): The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario has released its 2025 Annual Report.
- [Share Your Insights to Help Strengthen the Assessment Process for Internationally Educated OTs](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/share-your-insights-to-help-strengthen-the-assessment-process-for-internationally-educated-ots/index.md): ACOTRO is launching a three-year initiative to enhance SEAS. ACOTRO is seeking input from IEOTs who have completed SEAS and are currently registered with a provincial regulatory college.
- [Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee (ICRC) Recruitment Opportunity - Apply by December 15th](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/inquiries-complaints-and-reports-committee-icrc-recruitment-opportunity/index.md)
- [Consultation on COTO Code of Ethics & Guide to the Code of Ethics - Share your Feedback by Monday, February 2, 2026](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/consultation-on-coto-code-of-ethics-guide-to-the-code-of-ethics-share-your-feedback-by-monday-february-2-2026/index.md): The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario invites you to provide input on the draft Code of Ethics and the accompanying Guide to the Code of Ethics.
- [Updated: College Practice Guidance on Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/updated-college-practice-guidance-on-medical-assistance-in-dying-maid/index.md): The College has updated its Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) practice guidance following recommendations from the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario.
- [Notice Regarding Holiday Office Closure and Key Deadlines](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-to-applicants-holiday-office-closure-and-key-deadlines/index.md)
- [College Response to the Coroner’s Report: Death Related to Wheelchair Lap Belt](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/college-response-to-the-coroners-report-death-related-to-wheelchair-lap-belt/index.md)
- [2025-2026 COTO Board Elections: Nominations are now open ](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/2025-2026-coto-board-elections-nominations-are-now-open/index.md): Nominations for the upcoming 2025-2026 COTO Board of Directors elections are now open.
- [Board Meeting: January 29, 2026](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-meeting-january-29-2026/index.md): The College's next Board meeting will be held on Thursday, January 29, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- [COTO Portal Access December 31 - January 5](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/coto-portal-access-december-31-january-5/index.md)
- [Now Available: 2026 Annual Learning Plan](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/now-available-2026-annual-learning-plan/index.md): COTO's 2026 Annual Learning Plan is now available to all registrants. The Annual Learning Plan is a two-step requirement to be completed by October 31.
- [January 29, 2026 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/january-29-2026-board-meeting-highlights/index.md)
- [Check the Public Register: List of Registered Occupational Therapists](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/renaming-our-public-register-list-of-registered-occupational-therapists/index.md)
- [Notice: Office Closure February 16, 2026](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-office-closure-february-16-2026/index.md)
- [2025-2026 COTO Board Elections: Voting is now open ](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/2025-2026-coto-board-elections-voting-is-now-open/index.md)
- [Message from the Registrar & CEO: Fee Adjustment for 2026/2027 Renewal Period](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/message-from-the-registrar-ceo-fee-adjustment-for-2026-2027-renewal-period/index.md)
- [Feedback on the National eLearning Module: Advancing Culture, Equity and Justice in Occupational Therapy Practice](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/feedback-on-the-national-elearning-module-advancing-culture-equity-and-justice-in-occupational-therapy-practice/index.md)
- [Update on Sociodemographic Data Collection and Annual Renewal 2026](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/update-on-sociodemographic-data-collection-and-annual-renewal-2026/index.md)
- [2026 College Board of Directors District 2 & 3 Election Results](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/2026-college-board-of-directors-district-2-3-election-results/index.md)
- [Share Your Perspective as Employers of Internationally Educated OTs](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/share-your-perspective-as-employers-of-internationally-educated-ots/index.md)
- [Board Meeting: March 26, 2026](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-meeting-march-26-2026/index.md)
- [Notice: Office Closure April 3 and April 6, 2026](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-office-closure-april-3-and-april-6-2026/index.md)
- [Annual Renewal 2026](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/annual-renewal-2026/index.md)
- [Election of Board Directors to Executive](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/election-of-board-directors-to-executive/index.md)
- [March 26, 2026 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/board-news/march-26-2026-board-meeting-highlights/index.md)
- [Notice: COTO Portal Technical Issues](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-coto-portal-technical-issues/index.md)
- [Notice: Office Closure May 18, 2026](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-office-closure-may-18-2026/index.md)
- [[Closed] Capacity Assessor Training Opportunity 2026](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/capacity-assessor-training-opportunity-2026/index.md): The Capacity Assessment Office is recruiting qualified health practitioners to train to become a designated capacity assessor in the fall of 2026.
- [June 18, 2026 College Board Meeting Agenda and Materials](https://www.coto.org/board-news/june-18-2026-college-board-meeting-agenda-and-materials/index.md)
- [Webinar – Building a Trauma-Informed Practice: Key Principles for Rehab Professionals](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/webinar-building-a-trauma-informed-practice-key-principles-for-rehab-professionals/index.md)
- [Opportunity: Indigenous Insights Advisory Committee - Professional Committee Appointees](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/opportunity-indigenous-insights-advisory-committee-professional-committee-appointees/index.md)
- [Public Opportunity: Indigenous Insights Advisory Committee – Community Appointee](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/public-opportunity-indigenous-insights-advisory-committee-community-appointee/index.md)
- [[NOTICE] Update on Technical Issues Affecting the COTO Portal](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-technical-issues-affecting-renewal/index.md)
- [New Registrant Survey: We want to hear from new registrants](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/new-registrant-survey/index.md)
- [Reminder: Register for June 24 Webinar on Trauma-Informed Practice (Includes Access to Recording)](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/reminder-register-for-june-24-webinar-on-trauma-informed-practice/index.md)
- [Renewal late fee now in effect](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/renewal-late-fee-now-in-effect/index.md)
- [Now Available: 2026 Annual eLearning Module](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/now-available-2026-annual-elearning-module/index.md): The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Annual eLearning module on Communication: The Cornerstone of Care in Occupational Therapy Practice is now available.
- [June 18, 2026 Board Meeting Highlights ](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/june-18-2026-board-meeting-highlights/index.md)
- [Webinar Series with AccessOAP: September 9 & 16, 2026](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/webinar-series-with-accessoap-september-9-16-2026/index.md)
- [Webinar: Understanding Intimate Partner Violence - September 22, 2026](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/save-the-date-webinar-on-intimate-partner-violence-september-22-2026/index.md)
- [Available Now: Revised Code of Ethics and New Guide to Ethical Practice](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/available-now-revised-code-of-ethics-and-new-guide-to-ethical-practice/index.md): The College’s revised Code of Ethics and accompanying Guide to Ethical Practice will come into effect on September 21, 2026.
- [Notice: Office Closure October 12, 2026](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/notice-office-closure-october-12-2026/index.md)
- [Board Meeting: October 20, 2026](https://www.coto.org/board-news/board-meeting-october-20-2026/index.md)
- [Additional AccessOAP Resources](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/additional-accessoap-resources/index.md)
- [Information and Resources to Support Supervision of Provisional Occupational Therapists](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/information-and-resources-to-support-supervision-of-provisional-occupational-therapists/index.md)
- [Ministry of Health Releases 2026–2027 Seasonal Respiratory Pathogen Guide](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/ministry-of-health-releases-2026-2027-seasonal-respiratory-pathogen-guide/index.md)
- [National Day for Truth and Reconciliation](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/index.md)
- [October is Occupational Therapy Month](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/october-is-occupational-therapy-month-2/index.md)
- [Funding Opportunity: Ontario Autism Program Workforce Capacity Fund](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/funding-opportunity-ontario-autism-program-workforce-capacity-fund-2/index.md)
- [Upcoming Public Health Ontario IPAC Education Sessions](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/upcoming-public-health-ontario-ipac-education-sessions/index.md): Public Health Ontario is offering two free online education sessions this October focused on infection prevention and control (IPAC).
- [October 20, 2026 Board Meeting Highlights](https://www.coto.org/news-articles/october-20-2026-board-meeting-highlights/index.md): Read the highlights from the College's October 20, 2026 Board meeting.

## Pages

- [Website Privacy Policy](https://www.coto.org/about/privacy/privacy-policy/index.md): The College is committed to protecting the privacy of all those who use our platforms.
- [Working with an Occupational Therapist](https://www.coto.org/public/working-with-an-occupational-therapist/index.md): Learn more about working with an occupational therapist in Ontario. Find out what you can expect, what they do and don’t do, financing, FAQs, and more.
- [Finding an Occupational Therapist](https://www.coto.org/public/finding-an-occupational-therapist/index.md): List of Registered Occupational Therapists that can help improve the health and independence of yourself or a loved one.
- [Complaints or Concerns](https://www.coto.org/public/complaints-or-concerns/index.md): Explore COTO's process for you to file your concerns or complaints about an occupational therapist that you're working with, alongside or employing.
- [Public Protection](https://www.coto.org/public/public-protection/index.md): We ensure occupational therapists in Ontario meet strict requirements and standards to become registered to practice.
- [Registration Services](https://www.coto.org/registrants/registration-services/index.md): We help registrants with registration services, such as understanding insurance requirements, managing leaves of absence & accessing important documents.
- [Quality Assurance](https://www.coto.org/registrants/quality-assurance/index.md): COTO's QA program helps occupational therapists reflect on their OT roles and responsibilities & identifies new learnings to ensure effective practices.
- [Professional Conduct](https://www.coto.org/registrants/conduct/index.md): As regulated health professionals, OTs must meet professional standards and expectations, it is essential they practice ethically, safely and competently.
- [Becoming a Registered OT](https://www.coto.org/applicants/becoming-a-registered-ot/index.md): To call yourself an OT and practice in Ontario, you need to register with the College and get written confirmation as well as a registration number.
- [Apply Now](https://www.coto.org/applicants/apply-now/index.md): Learn more about applying to the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- [Hiring an Occupational Therapist](https://www.coto.org/employers/hiring-an-occupational-therapist/index.md): Learn more about the considerations of hiring different types of occupational therapists, including permanent, temporary or fully registered OTs.
- [Reporting Requirements](https://www.coto.org/employers/reporting-requirements/index.md): Learn about the reporting requirements of employers, facility operators, & other regulated healthcare professionals in the event of an incident with an OT.
- [About the College](https://www.coto.org/about/index.md): Learn more about the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO).
- [Who We Are](https://www.coto.org/about/who-we-are/index.md): The College is a regulatory organization that oversees the practice of occupational therapists (OTs) in Ontario.
- [Strategic Priorities](https://www.coto.org/about/strategic-priorities/index.md): COTO protects the public through effective regulation and instills confidence and trust by ensuring that OTs are competent, ethical, and accountable.
- [Equity, Diversity & Inclusion](https://www.coto.org/about/equity-diversity-inclusion/index.md): COTO is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). The College acknowledges, honours, and respects the fundamental value and dignity of all people.
- [Work with Indigenous Communities](https://www.coto.org/about/work-with-indigenous-communities/index.md): The College recognized that the first step to “increasing the number of Indigenous professionals working in health care” (specifically occupational therapy), was to understand how many registrants identify as being Indigenous.
- [Reports & Accountability](https://www.coto.org/about/reports-accountability/index.md): For the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario, a big part of being accountable to the public is transparency.
- [Accessibility](https://www.coto.org/about/accessibility/index.md): The College recognizes the dignity and value of every person and will strive to meet the needs of people with disabilities in the provision of all of its services.
- [Privacy](https://www.coto.org/about/privacy/index.md)
- [Consultations](https://www.coto.org/about/consultations/index.md): As a part of our mandate, the College develops or revises regulations, policies, standards and practice guidelines necessary to regulate the profession.
- [Board of Directors](https://www.coto.org/about/who-we-are/board-of-directors/index.md): The College is accountable to the public through its Board, which includes elected directors, public directors and academic appointees.
- [College Committees](https://www.coto.org/about/who-we-are/college-committees/index.md): The College of Occupational Therapist of Ontario has various committees that support the work of the Board and College. 
- [Elections](https://www.coto.org/about/who-we-are/elections/index.md): View COTO's upcoming elections and key dates.
- [Career Opportunities](https://www.coto.org/about/who-we-are/career-opportunities/index.md): Review our careers page to see current job opportunities and internships at the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- [Stopping Practice in Ontario](https://www.coto.org/registrants/stopping-practice-in-ontario/index.md): If you will not be working or using the title "occupational therapist" in Ontario, you have two options – maintain or resign your registration.
- [Practising Outside Ontario](https://www.coto.org/registrants/practising-outside-ontario/index.md): What is need for an OT to practise outside of Ontario? Find information for applying for registration in another province here.
- [Professional Corporations](https://www.coto.org/registrants/professional-corporations/index.md): Regulated health professionals are permitted to incorporate for the purpose of practising a health profession, provided they obtain a Certificate of Authorization from their College.
- [Provisional Registration](https://www.coto.org/registrants/provisional-registration/index.md): Provisional registration is a class of registration that may be issued to applicants who are waiting to write the National Occupational Therapy Certification Examination (NOTCE).
- [Home](https://www.coto.org/index.md): COTO regulates occupational therapists in Ontario. It sets standards, investigates concerns and provides the public with resources, support, & information.
- [Resources](https://www.coto.org/resources/index.md): Explore COTO’s resources for articles, videos, & information for occupational therapists, employers, and the public on their occupational therapy journey.
- [Registration Policies](https://www.coto.org/registrants/registration-policies/index.md): The Registration Committee establishes and maintains the requirements for registration with the College. Access the policies the Committee has created.
- [Get Involved](https://www.coto.org/registrants/get-involved/index.md): Read about opportunities to get involved with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- [Scope of Practice and Controlled Acts](https://www.coto.org/registrants/ot-scope-of-practice/index.md): Find information about the scope of practice for occupational therapists and the controlled acts OTs are permitted to do under Ontario law.
- [Use of Title](https://www.coto.org/registrants/use-of-title/index.md): Who can use the title 'occupational therapist'? In Ontario, only individuals who are registered with The College may use the title. Check registration online.
- [Disclosing Records](https://www.coto.org/employers/disclosing-records/index.md): Find more information about Disclosing Records, disclosure requests, investigations, and quality assurance.
- [Using the Public Register](https://www.coto.org/employers/using-the-public-register/index.md): Information about using the public register and confirming information about occupational therapists.
- [Understanding Alerts](https://www.coto.org/employers/understanding-alerts/index.md): The public register of OTs lists information about anyone who is, or was, a registrant of COTO. Here's how to access the public register and understand alerts.
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.coto.org/public/frequently-asked-questions/index.md): Have a question about how to List of Registered Occupational Therapists or what to expect when working with an occupational therapist? Find answers here.
- [Community & Government Support](https://www.coto.org/public/community-government-support/index.md): Access a list of programs and resources available to the public for community and government support.
- [Public Input](https://www.coto.org/public/public-input/index.md): Find out more about public input and COTO, including getting involved with professional regulation, citizen advisory group, public directs, and open consultations.
- [Ontario Autism Program](https://www.coto.org/public/ontario-autism-program/index.md): We understand it can be overwhelming to find the right services for you or your family member, find resources about the Ontario Autism Program here.
- [Accessibility Request & Feedback](https://www.coto.org/about/accessibility/accessibility-request-feedback/index.md): Use this form to request documents or other communication material in an alternative format or provide feedback on your experience with us.
- [National Exam Information](https://www.coto.org/applicants/national-exam-information/index.md): The approved exam is the National Occupational Therapy Certification Examination (NOTCE) which is administered by CAOT.
- [Vulnerable Sector Checks](https://www.coto.org/applicants/vulnerable-sector-checks/index.md): Letters to support your application for Vulnerable Sector Check and codes for various police services are provided once your application is complete and you have paid the application fee.
- [Re-entry to Practice FAQ](https://www.coto.org/applicants/re-entry-faq/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's clinical re-entry to practice FAQ.
- [Canadian Educated Applicants](https://www.coto.org/applicants/canadian-educated/index.md): If you are a graduate from an approved Canadian university, you can complete the online application to work as an occupational therapist.
- [Internationally Educated Applicants](https://www.coto.org/applicants/internationally-educated/index.md): Learn more about applying to the College as an internationally educated occupational therapist.
- [Registered in Another Province](https://www.coto.org/applicants/registered-in-another-province/index.md): Thinking about practising as an occupational therapist in Ontario? Find out about the process for registering in Ontario.
- [Reapplying to the College](https://www.coto.org/applicants/reapplying-to-the-college/index.md): If you were previously registered with the College, you are required to reapply for registration. Get information on how.
- [Applying for Temporary or Provisional Registration](https://www.coto.org/applicants/applying-for-temporary-or-provisional-registration/index.md): Learn more about applying for temporary or provisional registration as an occupational therapist in Ontario.
- [News](https://www.coto.org/news/index.md): Access all of the latest news from The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- [Discipline Hearings](https://www.coto.org/public/public-protection/discipline/index.md): When the ICRC reviews an investigation where the concerns are very serious and there is enough evidence to prove them, a discipline process will take place. 
- [Contact](https://www.coto.org/contact/index.md): Contact the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. Get more info about appointments, general inquiries, and practice related inquiries.
- [Search](https://www.coto.org/search/index.md): Search the entire COTO site for information about occupational therapists in Ontario and The College.
- [Share Your Feedback](https://www.coto.org/about/feedback/index.md): We want to hear from you. Contact us with any feedback or questions related to College processes, operations, and decisions.
- [Online Report Form](https://www.coto.org/registrants/conduct/online-report-form/index.md): Submit a report through The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's online report form.
- [Competency Assessment](https://www.coto.org/registrants/quality-assurance/competency-assessment/index.md): Why do a competency assessment as an OT? While the annual requirements support continuing competence, the assessment confirms it.
- [Duty to Report](https://www.coto.org/registrants/conduct/duty-to-report/index.md): Regulated health professionals must uphold the duty to report abuse or neglect. Find out about the different types of abuse and mandatory reporting here.
- [Online Complaint Form](https://www.coto.org/public/complaints-or-concerns/online-complaint-form/index.md): Anyone can file a complaint about an occupational therapist with the College. All complaints received by the College are addressed.
- [Information About Sexual Abuse](https://www.coto.org/public/complaints-or-concerns/sexual-abuse/index.md): The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario has a zero tolerance policy toward sexual abuse of a client.
- [Concerns About OTs: How the College Makes Decisions](https://www.coto.org/public/complaints-or-concerns/decisions/index.md): You have the right to receive safe, ethical, quality care from an OT. If that doesn’t happen, you have the right to complain to the College.
- [Have you been notified of a concern or a complaint?](https://www.coto.org/registrants/conduct/notified-of-a-concern-or-a-complaint/index.md): Understand the complaints and reports process carried out by the College.
- [Sexual Abuse Prevention](https://www.coto.org/public/public-protection/sexual-abuse-prevention/index.md): Learn more about the College's sexual abuse policies, prevention, knowing your rights, and taking action.
- [Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee](https://www.coto.org/public/public-protection/icrc/index.md): The Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee (ICRC) reviews all investigations and makes decisions.
- [Mandatory Reporting Requirements & Processes](https://www.coto.org/employers/reporting-requirements/mandatory-reporting-requirements-processes/index.md): Mandatory reports are made to the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario or, as appropriate, to the College of another regulated health care professional.
- [Suitability to Practise](https://www.coto.org/applicants/becoming-a-registered-ot/suitability-to-practise/index.md): Get additional Information on suitability to practise occupational therapy in Ontario.
- [Application Fees & Timelines](https://www.coto.org/applicants/apply-now/application-fees-timelines/index.md): Get information about COTOs application fees and timelines for online application submissions.
- [Quality Assurance Policies](https://www.coto.org/registrants/quality-assurance/quality-assurance-policies/index.md): The activities of the College's Quality Assurance (QA) program are directed by the Quality Assurance Program policy set out by the QA Committee.
- [Understanding College Fees](https://www.coto.org/about/reports-accountability/understanding-college-fees/index.md): COTO is a self-regulated, not-for-profit organization, this means the College is funded entirely by fees paid by OTs who are registered to work in Ontario. 
- [Patient and Public Help](https://www.coto.org/public/patient-and-public-help/index.md): Contact the College with questions about what to expect when working with an occupational therapist. The service is free.
- [Understanding Consent](https://www.coto.org/public/working-with-an-occupational-therapist/understanding-consent/index.md): Understanding informed consent as it relates to working with an occupational therapist.
- [Practice Support](https://www.coto.org/registrants/practice-support/index.md): If you have questions about occupational therapy practice, The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario can help.
- [Funding for Occupational Therapy Services](https://www.coto.org/public/working-with-an-occupational-therapist/funding-for-occupational-therapy-services/index.md): Learn about some of the ways you can pay for occupational therapy services depending on your circumstances and needs.
- [Professional Liability Insurance](https://www.coto.org/registrants/professional-liability-insurance/index.md): Find out more about updating your professional liability insurance information as an occupational therapist and requirements and obligations.
- [Concerned about another occupational therapist?](https://www.coto.org/registrants/conduct/concerned-about-another-ot/index.md): Find out when and how you are legally required to report concerns about another occupational therapist to the College.
- [Health Inquiries](https://www.coto.org/registrants/conduct/health-inquiries/index.md): When the College learns that an occupational therapist’s health may be a risk to their safe practice, a health inquiry will start. 
- [What do I need to self-report?](https://www.coto.org/registrants/conduct/self-report/index.md): Self-reporting requirements and how to self-report for occupational therapists in Ontario.
- [Newsletters](https://www.coto.org/news/newsletters/index.md): Access the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's newsletter archive.
- [Fees and Tax Receipts](https://www.coto.org/registrants/fees-and-tax-receipts/index.md): Fee tables detail annual renewal fees, application and registration fees. Learn how to access tax receipts.
- [Maintaining Currency](https://www.coto.org/registrants/registration-services/maintaining-currency/index.md): Learn more about maintaining currency as an occupational therapist in Ontario.
- [Quality Assurance Requirements](https://www.coto.org/registrants/quality-assurance/quality-assurance-requirements/index.md): The Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 requires the College to have a Quality Assurance (QA) program to support its mandate to protect the public.
- [Committee Competency Framework](https://www.coto.org/about/who-we-are/college-committees/committee-competency-framework/index.md): The Committee Competency Framework builds upon the idea of the Board competency framework.
- [Mandatory Reports](https://www.coto.org/registrants/mandatory-reports/index.md): Learn about reporting obligations for occupational therapists, filing reports, and access the online report form.
- [2022 CPMF Highlights](https://www.coto.org/about/reports-accountability/2022-cpmf-highlights/index.md): Read the College's 2022 College Performance Measurement Framework highlights.
- [2021 CPMF Highlights](https://www.coto.org/about/reports-accountability/2021-cpmf-highlights/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's 2021 College Performance Measurement Framework (CPMF) highlights.
- [Équité, diversité et inclusion](https://www.coto.org/about/equity-diversity-inclusion/equite-diversite-et-inclusion/index.md): OEO est en faveur de l’équité, la diversité et l’inclusion (EDI). L’Ordre reconnaît, honore et respecte la valeur fondamentale et la dignité de toutes les personnes.
- [Priorités stratégiques](https://www.coto.org/about/strategic-priorities/priorites-strategiques/index.md): L’Ordre des ergothérapeutes de l’Ontario protège le public avec une réglementation efficace et favorise la confiance en s’assurant que les ergothérapeutes sont compétents, éthiques et responsables.
- [Préoccupations concernant des ergothérapeutes : Comment l’Ordre prend ses décisions](https://www.coto.org/public/complaints-or-concerns/decisions/decisions-fr/index.md): Vous avez le droit de recevoir des soins sécuritaires, responsables et de qualité de tous les ergothérapeutes. Si cela ne se produit pas, vous avez un autre droit – celui de vous plaindre à l’Ordre.
- [Financement des services d’ergothérapie](https://www.coto.org/public/working-with-an-occupational-therapist/funding-for-occupational-therapy-services/financement-des-services-dergotherapie/index.md): Découvrez certaines des façons dont vous pouvez payer les services d’ergothérapie, selon votre situation et vos besoins.
- [Préoccupations ou plaintes à l’égard d’un ergothérapeute](https://www.coto.org/public/complaints-or-concerns/preoccupations-ou-plaintes-a-legard-dun-ergotherapeute/index.md): Lorsque vous visitez un ergothérapeute, vous avez droit à des services sécuritaires, responsables et de qualité.
- [Comment trouver un ergothérapeute](https://www.coto.org/public/finding-an-occupational-therapist/comment-trouver-un-ergotherapeute/index.md): Pour confirmer l’inscription d’un ergothérapeute ou pour trouver un ergothérapeute en Ontario, consultez notre tableau : Trouver un ergothérapeute.
- [Que font les ergothérapeutes?](https://www.coto.org/public/working-with-an-occupational-therapist/que-font-les-ergotherapeutes/index.md): Divers problèmes de santé peuvent poser des obstacles à la participation aux activités de la vie quotidienne.
- [À propos du programme d’assurance de la qualité](https://www.coto.org/registrants/quality-assurance/a-propos-du-programme-dassurance-de-la-qualite/index.md): La qualité importe! Le programme d’assurance de la qualité (AQ) est conçu pour aider les ergothérapeutes à réfléchir à leurs rôles et à leurs responsabilités, et à identifier de nouvelles possibilités d’apprentissage pour s’assurer qu’ils e…
- [Exigences du programme d’assurance de la qualité](https://www.coto.org/registrants/quality-assurance/quality-assurance-requirements/exigences-du-programme-dassurance-de-la-qualite/index.md): Chaque année, les membres doivent dresser un plan d’apprentissage pour contribuer à leur compétence permanente.
- [Évaluation de la compétence](https://www.coto.org/registrants/quality-assurance/competency-assessment/evaluation-de-la-competence/index.md): Des ergothérapeutes sont choisis sur une base continue pour participer à une évaluation de leur compétence.
- [Board Pre-Election Module Completion Form](https://www.coto.org/board-pre-election-module-completion-form/index.md): Please complete our form to confirm that you have completed the Board Pre-Election Module.
- [Committee Orientation Module Completion Form](https://www.coto.org/committee-orientation-module-completion-form/index.md): Complete our form to confirm that you have completed the Committee Orientation Module.
- [Social Media Terms of Use](https://www.coto.org/social-media-terms-of-use/index.md): Review The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's social media terms of use and community guidelines.
- [Territorial Acknowledgement](https://www.coto.org/about/work-with-indigenous-communities/territorial-acknowledgement/index.md): COTO respectfully acknowledges that the organization’s staff, provincial registrants, and Board of Directors live, work and play across the ancestral lands of many Indigenous peoples.
- [Providing Remote (Virtual) Services Across Jurisdictions](https://www.coto.org/registrants/practice-support/virtual-services/index.md): Find information about providing remote (virtual) services to clients outside of Ontario. COTO has guidance on Remote (Virtual) Services.
- [Board Pre-Election Module](https://www.coto.org/about/who-we-are/board-of-directors/board-pre-election-module/index.md): COTO’s interactive pre-election module will provide you with essential information about the College, our mandate and the roles and responsibilities of Board Directors.
- [Practice Standards & Guidance](https://www.coto.org/registrants/practice-standards-guidance/index.md): The College supports the public's right to safe, competent, and ethical care by OTs. View the requirements and expectations documents and resources.
- [Annual Renewal](https://www.coto.org/registrants/registration-services/renewal/index.md): Annual Renewal requirements, tips, faqs, fees and timeline for occupational therapists in Ontario.
- [Sociodemographic Data Collection FAQ](https://www.coto.org/registrants/registration-services/sociodemographic-data-collection-faq/index.md): The College is now collecting a broader array of sociodemographic data from its registrants. The information on this page may answer some of your questions.
- [Renouvellement annuel](https://www.coto.org/registrants/registration-services/renewal/renouvellement-annuel/index.md): Exigences de renouvellement annuel, conseils, FAQ, frais et échéancier pour les ergothérapeutes en Ontario.
- [French Language Services](https://www.coto.org/about/french-language-services/index.md): COTO is the regulatory organization that oversees the practice of occupational therapists in Ontario. We ensure people receive safe, effective care.
- [Legal Name Changes](https://www.coto.org/registrants/registration-services/legal-name-changes/index.md): Everything you need to know about legal name changes as a registered occupational therapist in Ontario.
- [Resolution Program](https://www.coto.org/public/complaints-or-concerns/resolution-program/index.md): The College can resolve certain complaints using the Resolution Program instead of investigating them. Find out more.
- [Information sur les mauvais traitements d’ordre sexuel](https://www.coto.org/public/complaints-or-concerns/sexual-abuse/information-sur-les-mauvais-traitements-dordre-sexuel/index.md): L’Ordre des ergothérapeutes de l’Ontario a une politique de tolérance zéro en ce qui concerne les mauvais traitements d’ordre sexuel infligés à un client.
- [External Supports for Registrant Wellness](https://www.coto.org/registrants/community-government-support-for-registrants/index.md): COTO has compiled a list of programs and resources available to registrants for Registrant Wellness.
- [As of Right](https://www.coto.org/applicants/registered-in-another-province/as-of-right/index.md): Find information about pathway for occupational therapists registered in another province, as well as applying under As of Right.
- [Labour Mobility Support Agreement](https://www.coto.org/applicants/registered-in-another-province/labour-mobility-support-agreement/index.md): Get information about labour mobility support agreement pathway and registration requirements.
- ["As of Right" FAQ](https://www.coto.org/applicants/registered-in-another-province/as-of-right/as-of-right-faq/index.md)
- ["As of Right" Legislation Information for Employers](https://www.coto.org/employers/hiring-an-occupational-therapist/as-of-right-legislation/index.md)
- [Considerations when hiring an occupational therapist](https://www.coto.org/public/working-with-an-occupational-therapist/considerations-when-hiring-an-occupational-therapist/index.md)
- [Public Education and Awareness](https://www.coto.org/public/public-education-and-awareness/index.md)
- [Opportunity: Systems Developer](https://www.coto.org/opportunity-systems-developer/index.md): We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Systems Developer with expertise in Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power Pages.

## Hearings

- [Stephanie Zubriski (2020)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/stephanie-zubriski/index.md)
- [David Kaminski (2024)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/david-kaminski-2024/index.md)
- [Janelle MacKinnon (2023)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/janelle-mackinnon/index.md)
- [Jennifer Sweeney (2021)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/jennifer-sweeney/index.md)
- [Brenda Hanna (2018)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/brenda-hanna/index.md)
- [Jalpa Bode (2017)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/jalpa-bode/index.md)
- [Hina Arora (2016)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/hina-arora-2016/index.md)
- [Sukaina Jagani (2016)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/sukaina-jagani/index.md)
- [Julie Robinson (2015)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/julie-robinson/index.md)
- [Agnes Agnelli (2014)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/agnes-agnelli-2014/index.md)
- [Hina Arora (2014)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/hina-arora-2014/index.md)
- [Hina Arora (2013)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/hina-arora-2013/index.md)
- [Alice Tam (2012)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/alice-tam-2012/index.md)
- [Agnes Agnelli (2010)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/agnes-agnelli-2010/index.md)
- [Jodi Craig (2008)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/jodi-craig/index.md)
- [Gregory McNeely (2007)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/gregory-mcneely-2007/index.md)
- [Alice Tam (2007)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/alice-tam-2007/index.md)
- [Anand Santhagunam (2007)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/anand-santhagunam/index.md)
- [Philip Adam Towsley (2007)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/philip-adam-towsley/index.md)
- [Lise Thibert (2006)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/lise-thibert/index.md)
- [Melissa Coiffe (2005)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/melissa-coiffe-2005/index.md)
- [Melanie Holowach (2005)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/melanie-holowach/index.md)
- [Ronak Kotecha (2005)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/ronak-kotecha/index.md)
- [Danielle Naumann (2024)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/danielle-naumann-2024/index.md)
- [Juan Aruta (2026)](https://www.coto.org/hearing/juan-aruta-2026/index.md)

## Resources

- [Standard for Consent, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-consent-2023/index.md)
- [What Should Occupational Therapists Consider if Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Practice?](https://www.coto.org/resources/what-should-occupational-therapists-consider-if-using-artificial-intelligence-ai-in-practice/index.md): Many AI technologies have emerged to support occupational therapy practice, but the decision to use AI requires some careful consideration.
- [General Regulation](https://www.coto.org/resources/general-regulation/index.md)
- [Occupational Therapy Act, 1991](https://www.coto.org/resources/occupational-therapy-act-1991/index.md)
- [Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004](https://www.coto.org/resources/personal-health-information-protection-act-2004/index.md)
- [Guidance: Medical Assistance in Dying, 2025](https://www.coto.org/resources/medical-assistance-in-dying/index.md): This document provides guidance on professional expectations and ethical obligations for occupational therapists related to medical assistance in dying.
- [Guidance: Privacy Legislation and Occupational Therapy Practice, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/privacy-legislation-and-occupational-therapy-practice/index.md): Occupational therapists need to collect, use, and disclose sensitive information about their clients to carry out their own work.
- [Standard for Acupuncture, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-acupuncture-2023/index.md)
- [Standard for Assessment and Intervention, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-assessment-and-intervention-2023/index.md)
- [Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 (PHIPA): A Guide for Regulated Health Professionals](https://www.coto.org/resources/personal-health-information-protection-act-2004-phipa-a-guide-for-regulated-health-professionals/index.md): Read the Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 (PHIPA): A Guide for Regulated Health Professionals
- [Consent Checklist](https://www.coto.org/resources/consent-checklist/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's consent checklist for OTs.
- [Understanding When Psychotherapy is a Controlled Act](https://www.coto.org/resources/understanding-when-psychotherapy-is-a-controlled-act/index.md): Learn more about understanding when psychotherapy is a controlled act.
- [Assignment of Services to Occupational Therapy Assistants](https://www.coto.org/resources/assignment-of-services-to-occupational-therapy-assistants/index.md): Learn more about assignment of services to occupational therapy assistants.
- [Bylaws](https://www.coto.org/resources/bylaws-2/index.md)
- [Professional Misconduct Regulation](https://www.coto.org/resources/professional-misconduct-regulation/index.md)
- [Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991](https://www.coto.org/resources/regulated-health-professions-act-1991/index.md)
- [Competencies for Occupational Therapists in Canada, 2021](https://www.coto.org/resources/competencies-for-occupational-therapists-in-canada/index.md)
- [Standard for Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC), 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-infection-prevention-and-control-ipac-2023/index.md)
- [Standard for Professional Boundaries and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-professional-boundaries-and-the-prevention-of-sexual-abuse-2023/index.md)
- [Guidance: Private Practice, 2024](https://www.coto.org/resources/private-practice/index.md): This document reviews recommended practices and provides information for occupational therapists wishing to establish a private practice.
- [Standard for Psychotherapy, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-psychotherapy-2023/index.md)
- [Standard for Record Keeping, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-record-keeping-2023/index.md)
- [Standard for the Prevention and Management of Conflicts of Interest, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-the-prevention-and-management-of-conflicts-of-interest-2023/index.md)
- [Standard for the Supervision of Students and Occupational Therapy Assistants, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-the-supervision-of-students-and-occupational-therapy-assistants-2023/index.md)
- [Standard for Use of Title, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-use-of-title-2023/index.md)
- [Record Keeping Review Tool](https://www.coto.org/resources/record-keeping-review-tool/index.md): See the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's record keeping review tool.
- [Guidance: Use of Social Media, 2021](https://www.coto.org/resources/use-of-social-media/index.md): This document outlines the principles for occupational therapists’ safe and ethical use of social media.
- [Guidance: Working with Third Party Payers, 2024](https://www.coto.org/resources/working-with-third-party-payers/index.md): As occupational therapy practice evolves, occupational therapists are asked to provide their professional opinions or offer clinical services on behalf of third parties.
- [Guidance: Working Within Managed Resources, 2021](https://www.coto.org/resources/working-within-managed-resources/index.md): The purpose of this document is to review expected practice and provide strategies for occupational therapists when working within practice settings with managed resources beyond the control of the occupational therapist.
- [Guidance: Discretionary Reporting of Fitness to Drive, 2024](https://www.coto.org/resources/discretionary-reporting-of-fitness-to-drive-2024/index.md): Occupational therapists have the authority to report concerns about a client’s fitness to drive directly to the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO).
- [Guidance: Discontinuing Services, 2021](https://www.coto.org/resources/discontinuing-services/index.md): This guide describes the expectations when ending occupational therapy service; whether planned or unplanned.
- [Determining Capacity Decision Tree](https://www.coto.org/resources/determining-capacity-decision-tree/index.md): Use the Capacity Decision Tree to help determine who provides informed consent under the Health Care Consent Act, 1996.
- [Decision-Making Framework, 2021](https://www.coto.org/resources/decision-making-framework/index.md): The College’s decision-making framework refers to, and is designed to work in tandem with, the Standards for Practice and other College resources.
- [Guidance: Controlled Acts and Delegation, 2021](https://www.coto.org/resources/controlled-acts-and-delegation/index.md): This document is intended to help occupational therapists interpret and apply the legislation related to controlled acts in the context of their practice.
- [Investigations Process for Complaints](https://www.coto.org/resources/complaints-process/index.md)
- [College Response to the Coroner's Report: Deaths from Bed Entrapment, 2017](https://www.coto.org/resources/college-response-to-the-coroners-report-deaths-from-bed-entrapment-2017/index.md): Read the College response to the coroner's report: Deaths from Bed Entrapment.
- [College Response to the Coroner’s Report: Deaths from Power Recliner Lift Chairs, 2022](https://www.coto.org/resources/college-response-to-the-coroners-report-deaths-from-power-recliner-lift-chairs-2022/index.md): Read the College response to the coroner’s report: Deaths from Power Recliner Lift Chairs.
- [Privacy Legislation and Occupational Therapy Practice Presentation](https://www.coto.org/resources/privacy-legislation-and-occupational-therapy-practice-presentation/index.md)
- [2024 COTO Board Elections Webinar](https://www.coto.org/resources/2024-coto-board-elections-webinar/index.md)
- [Keeping You Informed: Updated Standards of Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/keeping-you-informed-updated-standards-of-practice/index.md)
- [2023 College Board Elections Webinar](https://www.coto.org/resources/2023-college-board-elections-webinar/index.md): Recording of the December 13, 2022 webinar on the College's 2023 Board of Directors elections, hosted by College Registrar Elinor Larney.
- [Webinar: Culture, Equity and Justice in Occupational Therapy Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/culture-equity-and-justice-in-occupational-therapy-practice-webinar/index.md)
- [2022 College Board Elections](https://www.coto.org/resources/2022-college-board-elections/index.md)
- [All Things Privacy with Kate Dewhirst: Info for Regulated Health Professionals](https://www.coto.org/resources/all-things-privacy-with-kate-dewhirst-info-for-regulated-health-professionals/index.md)
- [Conversations with the College: Assessments and Discontinuing Service](https://www.coto.org/resources/conversations-with-the-college-assessments-and-discontinuing-service/index.md)
- [Serving on the College Board: Interview with Teri Shackleton](https://www.coto.org/resources/serving-on-the-college-board-interview-with-teri-shackleton/index.md)
- [Getting involved with the College: Interview with Elinor Larney](https://www.coto.org/resources/getting-involved-with-the-college-interview-with-elinor-larney/index.md)
- [Working with the Board of Directors: Interview with Sarah Milton](https://www.coto.org/resources/working-with-the-board-of-directors-interview-with-sarah-milton/index.md)
- [Legislation & Bylaws](https://www.coto.org/resources/legislation-bylaws/index.md)
- [Guidance: Remote (Virtual) Services, 2024](https://www.coto.org/resources/virtual-services/index.md): Remote services involve using information and communication technologies to provide occupational therapy services when clients and OTs are not together in-person.
- [Code of Ethics, 2026](https://www.coto.org/resources/code-of-ethics/index.md)
- [What is the Occupational Therapist’s Role in Naloxone Administration](https://www.coto.org/resources/advisory-statement-the-occupational-therapists-role-in-naloxone-administration-2017/index.md): As health care professionals, occupational therapists work in a variety of practice settings and may encounter people who are at risk for opioid overdose.
- [Guidance: Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (CYFSA)](https://www.coto.org/resources/child-youth-and-family-services-act-2017-cyfsa/index.md): This document summarizes reporting responsibilities under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA) as they relate to occupational therapy.
- [Glossary Overview](https://www.coto.org/resources/glossary-overview/index.md)
- [Standard Overview](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-overview/index.md)
- [Gift Giving](https://www.coto.org/resources/gift-giving/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A on gift giving.
- [Client is Driving With a Suspended License](https://www.coto.org/resources/client-is-driving-with-a-suspended-license/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about clients driving with a suspended license.
- [Surveillance and Occupational Therapy Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/surveillance-and-occupational-therapy-practice/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about surveillance and occupational therapy practice.
- [Discretionary Reporting](https://www.coto.org/resources/discretionary-reporting/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A on discretionary reporting.
- [Use of Externs in Occupational Therapy](https://www.coto.org/resources/use-of-externs-in-occupational-therapy/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A on the use of externs in occupational therapy.
- [Advertising with Testimonials and Google Reviews ](https://www.coto.org/resources/advertising-with-testimonials-and-google-reviews/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A on advertising with testimonials and Google reviews.
- [Defining Psychotherapy in Occupational Therapy Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/defining-psychotherapy-in-occupational-therapy-practice/index.md): This Psychotherapy Q&A resource was developed in consultation with the College’s Practice Subcommittee and occupational therapists practicing psychotherapy to help answer these questions.
- [Managing Unavoidable Conflicts of Interest](https://www.coto.org/resources/managing-unavoidable-conflicts-of-interest/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A on managing unavoidable conflicts of interest.
- [Provisional Registration and Psychotherapy](https://www.coto.org/resources/provisional-registration-and-psychotherapy/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about provisional registration and psychotherapy.
- [Consent for Occupational Therapy Service in Schools ](https://www.coto.org/resources/consent-for-occupational-therapy-service-in-schools/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A on consent for occupational therapy service in schools.
- [Standards of Practice Webinar Q&A](https://www.coto.org/resources/standards-of-practice-webinar-qa/index.md)
- [Occupational therapy billing practices](https://www.coto.org/resources/occupational-therapy-billing-practices/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A on occupational therapy billing practices.
- [The College's public register](https://www.coto.org/resources/the-colleges-public-register/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about the College's public register.
- [Client wants to make a complaint to the College](https://www.coto.org/resources/client-wants-to-make-a-complaint-to-the-college/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about when a client wants to make a complaint to the College.
- [Updating your information](https://www.coto.org/resources/updating-your-information/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about updating your information.
- [Termination of Employment](https://www.coto.org/resources/termination-of-employment/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about termination of employment.
- [Co-signing Occupational Therapist Assistants' Documentation](https://www.coto.org/resources/co-signing-occupational-therapist-assistants-documentation/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about co-signing occupational therapist assistants' documentation.
- [Suspected abuse or neglect of an adult client with a developmental disability](https://www.coto.org/resources/suspected-abuse-or-neglect-of-an-adult-client-with-a-developmental-disability/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about suspected abuse or neglect of an adult client with a developmental disability.
- [Co-signing provisional occupational therapists' documentation](https://www.coto.org/resources/co-signing-provisional-occupational-therapists-documentation/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about co-signing provisional occupational therapists' documentation.
- [Frequency of documentation in the clinical record](https://www.coto.org/resources/frequency-of-documentation-in-the-clinical-record/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about frequency of documentation in the clinical record.
- [Am I Practising?](https://www.coto.org/resources/am-i-practising/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about how to know if you are practising occupational therapy in your role.
- [Disclosing Personal Health Information](https://www.coto.org/resources/disclosing-personal-health-information/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about disclosing personal health information.
- [Appointment Book for Clinical Sessions](https://www.coto.org/resources/appointment-book-for-clinical-sessions/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Q&A about whether you have to keep the appointment book that I use to book clinical sessions.
- [Documentation of Deceased Clients](https://www.coto.org/resources/documentation-of-deceased-clients/index.md)
- [Occupational Therapists and Job Titles](https://www.coto.org/resources/occupational-therapists-and-job-titles/index.md)
- [Accountability Online and in the Media](https://www.coto.org/resources/accountability-online-and-in-the-media/index.md)
- [Verbal Consent For Email](https://www.coto.org/resources/verbal-consent-for-email/index.md)
- [Self-Reporting](https://www.coto.org/resources/self-reporting/index.md)
- [Virtual Supervision of a Provisional OT](https://www.coto.org/resources/virtual-supervision-of-a-provisional-ot/index.md)
- [Emailing Client Information](https://www.coto.org/resources/emailing-client-information/index.md)
- [Occupational Therapists and Coaching](https://www.coto.org/resources/occupational-therapists-and-coaching/index.md)
- [Type of Practice - Clinical or Non-Clinical](https://www.coto.org/resources/type-of-practice-clinical-or-non-clinical/index.md)
- [Professional Liability Insurance for Retiring OTs](https://www.coto.org/resources/professional-liability-insurance-for-retiring-ots/index.md)
- [OTs Completing and Signing Treatment Plans for the Medical Use of Cannabis](https://www.coto.org/resources/ots-completing-and-signing-treatment-plans-for-the-medical-use-of-cannabis/index.md)
- [Referral to get Assessed or Treated by an OT](https://www.coto.org/resources/referral-to-get-assessed-or-treated-by-an-ot/index.md)
- [Providing Documentation for Service Animals](https://www.coto.org/resources/providing-documentation-for-service-animals/index.md)
- [Commenting and changing reports after resigning as an OT](https://www.coto.org/resources/commenting-and-changing-reports-after-resigning-as-an-ot/index.md)
- [How long should I keep client records?](https://www.coto.org/resources/how-long-should-i-keep-client-records/index.md)
- [Obtaining Consent from Divorced or Separated Parents](https://www.coto.org/resources/obtaining-consent-from-divorced-or-separated-parents/index.md)
- [Client Under the Influence of Cannabis](https://www.coto.org/resources/client-under-the-influence-of-cannabis/index.md)
- [Standard Fees for Occupational Therapists](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-fees-for-ots/index.md): Can the College tell me what standard fees occupational therapists in Ontario are charging per hour? Learn the answer in our Q…
- [Using Modalities in Occupational Therapy Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/using-modalities-in-occupational-therapy-practice/index.md): Read our Q&A about using modalities in occupational therapy practice.
- [Treating a Friend’s Child](https://www.coto.org/resources/treating-a-friends-child/index.md)
- [Canada Revenue Agency Audits](https://www.coto.org/resources/canada-revenue-agency-audits/index.md)
- [Responding to Investigations – Part II: Insight & Accountability](https://www.coto.org/resources/responding-to-investigations-part-ii-insight-accountability/index.md)
- [Responding to Investigations](https://www.coto.org/resources/responding-to-investigations/index.md)
- [Communication is Key](https://www.coto.org/resources/communication-is-key/index.md)
- [Data from June–December 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/data-from-june-december-2023/index.md): Understanding the types of concerns the College receives and investigates is of interest to both registrants and the public.
- [Snapshot of Complaints in 2022-2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/snapshot-of-complaints-in-2022-2023/index.md): The snapshot in this article is based on complaints by clients, caregivers, or family members in the previous fiscal year.
- [Managing a Privacy Breach](https://www.coto.org/resources/managing-a-privacy-breach/index.md): Read our case study about managing a privacy breach as an occupational therapist.
- [Working with OTAs in a Private Community-Based Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/working-with-otas-in-a-private-community-based-practice/index.md): Read our case study on working with occupational therapy assistants in a private community-based practice.
- [Should OTs transport clients in personal vehicles?](https://www.coto.org/resources/should-ots-transport-clients-in-personal-vehicles/index.md): Read our case study about whether occupational therapists should transport clients in personal vehicles.
- [Documenting Group Interventions](https://www.coto.org/resources/documenting-group-interventions/index.md): Read our case study on documenting group interventions as an occupational therapist.
- [Can Two Occupational Therapists Provide Treatment to One Client at the Same Time?](https://www.coto.org/resources/can-two-occupational-therapists-provide-treatment-to-one-client-at-the-same-time/index.md): Read our case study on whether or not two occupational therapists can provide treatment to one client at the same time.
- [Advertising in Occupational Therapy Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/advertising-in-occupational-therapy-practice/index.md): Read our case study on advertising in occupational therapy practice.
- [Occupational Therapists Providing Education or Training of Recommendations to Others](https://www.coto.org/resources/occupational-therapists-providing-education-or-training-of-recommendations-to-others/index.md): Read our case study on occupational therapists providing education or training of recommendations to others.
- [Recording Occupational Therapy Sessions](https://www.coto.org/resources/recording-occupational-therapy-sessions/index.md): Read our case study on recording occupational therapy sessions.
- [Requests from Clients to Sign Forms and Documents](https://www.coto.org/resources/requests-from-clients-to-sign-forms-and-documents/index.md): Read our case study on requests from clients to sign forms and documents as an occupational therapist.
- [Managing Team Disagreements](https://www.coto.org/resources/managing-team-disagreements/index.md): Read our case study on managing team disagreements as an occupational therapist.
- [Lessons from an In-Home Assessment Complaint](https://www.coto.org/resources/lessons-from-an-in-home-assessment-complaint/index.md): Read our case study on lessons from an in-home assessment complaint as an occupational therapist.
- [Assessing risks with a power recliner lift chair](https://www.coto.org/resources/assessing-risks-with-a-power-recliner-lift-chair/index.md): Read our case study on assessing risks with a power recliner lift chair as an occupational therapist.
- [Considerations when recommending a power recliner lift chair ](https://www.coto.org/resources/considerations-when-recommending-a-power-recliner-lift-chair/index.md): Read our case study on considerations when recommending a power recliner lift chair as an occupational therapist.
- [Checklist for starting a private practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/checklist-for-starting-a-private-practice/index.md): Read our case study on starting a private practice as an occupational therapist.
- [What should I do when a client discloses domestic abuse?](https://www.coto.org/resources/what-should-i-do-when-a-client-discloses-domestic-abuse/index.md): Read our case study on what an occupational therapist should do when a client discloses domestic abuse.
- [Requests for private practice follow up with clients](https://www.coto.org/resources/requests-for-private-practice-follow-up-with-clients/index.md): Read our case study on requests for private practice follow up with clients as an occupational therapist.
- [Professional boundaries and social media](https://www.coto.org/resources/professional-boundaries-and-social-media/index.md): Read our case study on professional boundaries and social media as an occupational therapist.
- [Changing jobs and responsibly transferring clients](https://www.coto.org/resources/changing-jobs-and-responsibly-transferring-clients/index.md): Read our case study on changing jobs and responsibly transferring clients as an occupational therapist.
- [Obtaining consent and substitute decision-makers](https://www.coto.org/resources/obtaining-consent-and-substitute-decision-makers/index.md): Read our case study on obtaining consent as an occupational therapist and substitute decision-makers.
- [Sexual abuse and mandatory reporting](https://www.coto.org/resources/sexual-abuse-and-mandatory-reporting/index.md): Read our case study on sexual abuse and mandatory reporting as an occupational therapist.
- [Electronically Scanning Client Information](https://www.coto.org/resources/electronically-scanning-client-information/index.md): Read our case study about electronically scanning client information as an occupational therapist.
- [Succession planning for client records](https://www.coto.org/resources/succession-planning-for-client-records/index.md): Read our case study about succession planning for client records as an occupational therapist.
- [Working within managed resources](https://www.coto.org/resources/working-within-managed-resources-2/index.md): Read our case study on working within managed resources.
- [Obtaining consent from a minor](https://www.coto.org/resources/obtaining-consent-from-a-minor/index.md): Read our case study on obtaining consent from a minor as an occupational therapist.
- [Discontinuing occupational therapy services](https://www.coto.org/resources/discontinuing-occupational-therapy-services/index.md): Read our case study on discontinuing occupational therapy services.
- [Client suicidal ideation and privacy](https://www.coto.org/resources/client-suicidal-ideation-and-privacy/index.md): Read our case study on client suicidal ideation and privacy.
- [Obtaining informed consent for an incapable client when an SDM is not available](https://www.coto.org/resources/obtaining-informed-consent-for-an-incapable-client-when-an-sdm-is-not-available/index.md): Read our case study on obtaining informed consent for an incapable client when a substitute decision maker is not available.
- [Professional Obligations](https://www.coto.org/resources/professional-obligations/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's document on professional obligations.
- [2024 Annual eLearning Module: Record Keeping - More Than Just a Note](https://www.coto.org/resources/2024-annual-elearning-module-record-keeping-more-than-just-a-note/index.md)
- [Top tips to make your home safer for all ages and abilities](https://www.coto.org/resources/top-tips-to-make-your-home-safer-for-all-ages-and-abilities/index.md)
- [5 dealbreakers if you’re on the hunt for an accessible home](https://www.coto.org/resources/5-dealbreakers-if-youre-on-the-hunt-for-an-accessible-home/index.md)
- [How accessible is your home? 3 questions to ask](https://www.coto.org/resources/how-accessible-is-your-home-3-questions-to-ask/index.md)
- [5 ways to help seniors maintain their independence](https://www.coto.org/resources/5-ways-to-help-seniors-maintain-their-independence/index.md)
- [Home safety tips to keep your family secure](https://www.coto.org/resources/home-safety-tips-to-keep-your-family-secure/index.md)
- [3 ways to make your home more accessible for all](https://www.coto.org/resources/3-ways-to-make-your-home-more-accessible-for-all/index.md)
- [Is your home ready for you to age in place?](https://www.coto.org/resources/is-your-home-ready-for-you-to-age-in-place/index.md)
- [Home modifications help seniors age in place](https://www.coto.org/resources/home-modifications-help-seniors-age-in-place/index.md)
- [Is your child struggling in school? Get help from the right professional](https://www.coto.org/resources/is-your-child-struggling-in-school-get-help-from-the-right-professional/index.md)
- [Taking care of your yard when you have back pain (radio)](https://www.coto.org/resources/taking-care-of-your-yard-when-you-have-back-pain-radio/index.md)
- [How to make the family cottage safe and accessible](https://www.coto.org/resources/how-to-make-the-family-cottage-safe-and-accessible/index.md)
- [3 ways to keep gardening with back pain](https://www.coto.org/resources/3-ways-to-keep-gardening-with-back-pain/index.md)
- [Living better with arthritis](https://www.coto.org/resources/living-better-with-arthritis/index.md)
- [Gérer une atteinte à la vie privée](https://www.coto.org/resources/managing-a-privacy-breach/gerer-une-atteinte-a-la-vie-privee/index.md)
- [Module annual d'apprentissage en ligne 2024: La tenue des dossiers](https://www.coto.org/resources/2024-annual-elearning-module-record-keeping-more-than-just-a-note/module-annual-dapprentissage-en-ligne-2024-la-tenue-des-dossiers/index.md): La tenue des dossiers est une compétence de base dans l'exercice de l'ergothérapie. Cette compétence est souvent perfectionnée avec de la formation et de l'expérience. Que vous ayez un rôle clinique ou non clinique, le présent module est un…
- [2023 Annual eLearning Module: Building a Sound Foundation in Occupational Therapy Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/2023-annual-elearning-module-building-a-sound-foundation-in-occupational-therapy-practice/index.md): This eLearning module asks you to work through the various scenarios on key topics including assessment and intervention, consent, record keeping and more.
- [Établir des assises solides pour l'exercice de l'ergothérapie](https://www.coto.org/resources/2023-annual-elearning-module-building-a-sound-foundation-in-occupational-therapy-practice/etablir-des-assises-solides-pour-lexercice-de-lergotherapie/index.md): Dans ce module, il vous sera demandé de travailler sur différents scénarios couvrant divers sujets, dont les suivants : Evaluation et intervention, Consentement, Evaluation et intervention virtuelles, Tenue des dossiers, Limites professionn…
- [2022 National e-Learning Module: Competencies for Occupational Therapists in Canada](https://www.coto.org/resources/2022-national-e-learning-module-competencies-for-occupational-therapists-in-canada/index.md): The 2022 eLearning Module focuses on updated competency requirements and represents unified competencies for the profession.
- [Référentiel de compétences pour les ergothérapeutes au Canada 2022](https://www.coto.org/resources/2022-national-e-learning-module-competencies-for-occupational-therapists-in-canada/referentiel-de-competences-pour-les-ergotherapeutes-au-canada-2022/index.md): Le Référentiel de compétences pour les ergothérapeutes au Canada a été publié en décembre 2021 après un vaste processus d'élaboration et de validation. Ce module met l'accent sur les nouvelles exigences concernant les compétences et représe…
- [Reglements Administratifs](https://www.coto.org/resources/bylaws-2/reglements-administratifs/index.md)
- [Référentiel de compétences pour les ergothérapeutes au Canada](https://www.coto.org/resources/competencies-for-occupational-therapists-in-canada/referentiel-de-competences-pour-les-ergotherapeutes-au-canada/index.md)
- [Réponse de l’Ordre au rapport du coroner sur les décès causés par le piégeage dans les lits, 2017](https://www.coto.org/resources/college-response-to-the-coroners-report-deaths-from-bed-entrapment-2017/reponse-de-lordre-au-rapport-du-coroner-sur-les-deces-causes-par-le-piegeage-dans-les-lits-2017/index.md)
- [Consentement liste de verification](https://www.coto.org/resources/consent-checklist/consentement-liste-de-verification/index.md)
- [College Response to the Coroner’s Report: Death from Transfer Pole, 2024](https://www.coto.org/resources/college-response-to-the-coroners-report-death-from-transfer-pole-2024/index.md): Read the College response to the coroner’s report: Death from Transfer Pole
- [Processus de plainte](https://www.coto.org/resources/complaints-process/processus-de-plainte/index.md)
- [De quoi les ergothérapeutes devraient-ils tenir compte lorsqu’ils songent à utiliser l’intelligence artificielle dans leur pratique?](https://www.coto.org/resources/what-should-occupational-therapists-consider-if-using-artificial-intelligence-ai-in-practice/de-quoi-les-ergotherapeutes-devraient-ils-tenir-compte-lorsquils-songent-a-utiliser-lintelligence-artificielle-dans-leur-pratique/index.md)
- [Énoncé consultatif : le rôle de l’ergothérapeute dans l’administration de la naloxone, 2017](https://www.coto.org/resources/advisory-statement-the-occupational-therapists-role-in-naloxone-administration-2017/enonce-consultatif-le-role-de-lergotherapeute-dans-ladministration-de-la-naloxone-2017/index.md)
- [Code de déontologie, 2026](https://www.coto.org/resources/code-of-ethics/code-de-deontologie/index.md)
- [Réponse de l’Ordre au rapport du coroner 2022 : Décès causés par des fauteuils inclinables/releveurs](https://www.coto.org/resources/college-response-to-the-coroners-report-deaths-from-power-recliner-lift-chairs-2022/reponse-de-lordre-au-rapport-du-coroner-2022-deces-causes-par-des-fauteuils-inclinables-releveurs/index.md)
- [Réponse de l’Ordre au rapport du coroner 2024 : Décès associé à l’utilisation d’un poteau de transfert](https://www.coto.org/resources/college-response-to-the-coroners-report-death-from-transfer-pole-2024/reponse-de-lordre-au-rapport-du-coroner-2024-deces-associe-a-lutilisation-dun-poteau-de-transfert/index.md)
- [Cadre décisionnel, 2021](https://www.coto.org/resources/decision-making-framework/cadre-decisionnel-2021/index.md)
- [Arbre décisionnel pour déterminer la capacité](https://www.coto.org/resources/determining-capacity-decision-tree/arbre-decisionnel-pour-determiner-la-capacite/index.md)
- [Soumission d’un rapport discrétionnaire sur l’aptitude à conduire](https://www.coto.org/resources/discretionary-reporting-of-fitness-to-drive-2024/soumission-dun-rapport-discretionnaire-sur-laptitude-a-conduire/index.md)
- [Les lois sur la protection de la vie privée et l’exercice de l’ergothérapie](https://www.coto.org/resources/privacy-legislation-and-occupational-therapy-practice/les-lois-sur-la-protection-de-la-vie-privee-et-lexercice-de-lergotherapie/index.md)
- [Pratique privée](https://www.coto.org/resources/private-practice/pratique-privee/index.md)
- [Services virtuels (télépratique)](https://www.coto.org/resources/virtual-services/services-virtuels-telepratique/index.md)
- [Normes d’acupuncture, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-acupuncture-2023/normes-dacupuncture-2023/index.md)
- [Normes d’évaluation et d’intervention, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-assessment-and-intervention-2023/normes-devaluation-et-dintervention-2023/index.md)
- [Normes de consentement, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-consent-2023/normes-de-consentement-2023/index.md)
- [Normes de prévention et de lutte contre les infections, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-infection-prevention-and-control-ipac-2023/normes-de-prevention-et-de-lutte-contre-les-infections-2023/index.md)
- [Normes sur les limites professionnelles et la prévention des mauvais traitements d’ordre sexuel, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-professional-boundaries-and-the-prevention-of-sexual-abuse-2023/normes-sur-les-limites-professionnelles-et-la-prevention-des-mauvais-traitements-dordre-sexuel-2023/index.md)
- [Normes de psychothérapie, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-psychotherapy-2023/normes-de-psychotherapie-2023/index.md)
- [Normes de tenue des dossiers, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-record-keeping-2023/normes-de-tenue-des-dossiers-2023/index.md)
- [Normes sur la prévention et la gestion des conflits d’intérêts, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-the-prevention-and-management-of-conflicts-of-interest-2023/normes-sur-la-prevention-et-la-gestion-des-conflits-dinterets-2023/index.md)
- [Normes de supervision des étudiants en ergothérapie et des aides-ergothérapeutes, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-the-supervision-of-students-and-occupational-therapy-assistants-2023/normes-de-supervision-des-etudiants-en-ergotherapie-et-des-aides-ergotherapeutes-2023/index.md)
- [Normes d’utilisation du titre, 2023](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-for-use-of-title-2023/normes-dutilisation-du-titre-2023/index.md)
- [Aperçu des normes](https://www.coto.org/resources/standard-overview/apercu-des-normes/index.md)
- [Glossaire des normes](https://www.coto.org/resources/glossary-overview/glossaire-des-normes/index.md)
- [Affectation de services aux aides-ergothérapeutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/assignment-of-services-to-occupational-therapy-assistants/affectation-de-services-aux-aides-ergotherapeutes/index.md)
- [Septembre 2024: Surveillance](https://www.coto.org/resources/surveillance-and-occupational-therapy-practice/septembre-2024-surveillance/index.md)
- [Collaborer avec des aides-ergothérapeutes dans une pratique communautaire privée](https://www.coto.org/resources/working-with-otas-in-a-private-community-based-practice/collaborer-avec-des-aides-ergotherapeutes-dans-une-pratique-communautaire-privee/index.md)
- [Est-ce que les ergothérapeutes devraient transporter des clients dans leur véhicule personnel?](https://www.coto.org/resources/should-ots-transport-clients-in-personal-vehicles/est-ce-que-les-ergotherapeutes-devraient-transporter-des-clients-dans-leur-vehicule-personnel/index.md)
- [Documenter les interventions de groupe](https://www.coto.org/resources/documenting-group-interventions/documenter-les-interventions-de-groupe/index.md)
- [Deux ergothérapeutes peuvent-ils fournir des traitements en parallèle au même client?](https://www.coto.org/resources/can-two-occupational-therapists-provide-treatment-to-one-client-at-the-same-time/deux-ergotherapeutes-peuvent-ils-fournir-des-traitements-en-parallele-au-meme-client/index.md)
- [La publicité et l’exercice de l’ergothérapie](https://www.coto.org/resources/advertising-in-occupational-therapy-practice/la-publicite-et-lexercice-de-lergotherapie/index.md)
- [Limites professionnelles et médias sociaux](https://www.coto.org/resources/professional-boundaries-and-social-media/limites-professionnelles-et-medias-sociaux/index.md)
- [Changement d’emploi et transfert des clients de façon responsable](https://www.coto.org/resources/changing-jobs-and-responsibly-transferring-clients/changement-demploi-et-transfert-des-clients-de-facon-responsable/index.md)
- [Obtention du consentement et subrogés](https://www.coto.org/resources/obtaining-consent-and-substitute-decision-makers/obtention-du-consentement-et-subroges/index.md)
- [Dresser un plan de relève pour les dossiers de clients](https://www.coto.org/resources/succession-planning-for-client-records/dresser-un-plan-de-releve-pour-les-dossiers-de-clients/index.md)
- [Obtenir le consentement éclairé d’un client incapable lorsque le mandataire spécial n’est pas disponible](https://www.coto.org/resources/obtaining-informed-consent-for-an-incapable-client-when-an-sdm-is-not-available/obtenir-le-consentement-eclaire-dun-client-incapable-lorsque-le-mandataire-special-nest-pas-disponible/index.md)
- [Idées suicidaires et vie privée des clients](https://www.coto.org/resources/client-suicidal-ideation-and-privacy/idees-suicidaires-et-vie-privee-des-clients/index.md)
- [Travailler avec des ressources gérées](https://www.coto.org/resources/working-within-managed-resources/travailler-avec-des-ressources-gerees/index.md)
- [Cessation des services d’ergothérapie](https://www.coto.org/resources/discontinuing-occupational-therapy-services/cessation-des-services-dergotherapie/index.md)
- [Obtenir le consentement d’un mineur](https://www.coto.org/resources/obtaining-consent-from-a-minor/obtenir-le-consentement-dun-mineur/index.md)
- [Collaborer avec des tiers payeurs](https://www.coto.org/resources/working-with-third-party-payers/collaborer-avec-des-tiers-payeurs/index.md)
- [Data from June 2024-November 2024](https://www.coto.org/resources/data-from-june-2024-november-2024/index.md): Complaints are received from members of the public (typically clients or their family members).
- [Data from December 2023-May 2024](https://www.coto.org/resources/data-from-december-2023-may-2024/index.md): Understanding the types of concerns the College receives and investigates is of interest to both registrants and the public.
- [FAQ sur la soumission d’un rapport discrétionnaire](https://www.coto.org/resources/discretionary-reporting/faq-sur-la-soumission-dun-rapport-discretionnaire/index.md)
- [What to expect from your occupational therapist](https://www.coto.org/resources/what-to-expect-from-your-occupational-therapist-video/index.md): Learn about what to expect when working with an occupational therapist (OT) who is registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- [Looking for an occupational therapist in Ontario? Use our public register](https://www.coto.org/resources/looking-for-an-occupational-therapist-in-ontario-use-our-public-register/index.md): Are you looking for an occupational therapist or working with one? Check the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's public register to make sure your occupational therapist is licensed to practice.
- [How does the College protect the public?](https://www.coto.org/resources/how-does-the-college-protect-the-public/index.md): Have you ever had questions about working with an occupational therapist? Do you wonder what to expect at an appointment? Or who to call if you have a concern? Talk to us!
- [Who do occupational therapists work with?](https://www.coto.org/resources/who-do-occupational-therapists-work-with/index.md): As licensed health professionals, occupational therapists work with people of all ages.
- [How To Share a Concern or File a Complaint](https://www.coto.org/resources/how-to-share-a-concern-or-file-a-complaint/index.md): Watch this video to learn how to share a concern or file a complaint with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- [What is the College, and what does it do?](https://www.coto.org/resources/what-is-the-college-and-what-does-it-do/index.md): The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario is the regulator of occupational therapists in Ontario.
- [Comment l’Ordre protège-t-il le public?](https://www.coto.org/resources/how-does-the-college-protect-the-public/comment-lordre-protege-t-il-le-public/index.md): En tant qu’Ordre des ergothérapeutes de l’Ontario, nous établissons des normes pour tous nos professionnels. Nous veillons à ce que vous receviez des services sécuritaires et efficaces.
- [Quel est l’Ordre et que fait-il?](https://www.coto.org/resources/what-is-the-college-and-what-does-it-do/quel-est-lordre-et-que-fait-il/index.md): L’Ordre est l’organisme de réglementation des ergothérapeutes en Ontario et nous veillons à ce que vous – le public – receviez des services d’ergothérapie sécuritaires et efficaces.
- [Utilisation des médias sociaux](https://www.coto.org/resources/use-of-social-media/utilisation-des-medias-sociaux/index.md)
- [Loi de 2017 sur les services à l’enfance, à la jeunesse et à la famille](https://www.coto.org/resources/child-youth-and-family-services-act-2017-cyfsa/loi-de-2017-sur-les-services-a-lenfance-a-la-jeunesse-et-a-la-famille/index.md)
- [Welcome Guide](https://www.coto.org/resources/welcome-guide/index.md)
- [Accommodation Requests in the Registration Process (8-190)](https://www.coto.org/resources/accommodation-requests-in-the-registration-process-8-190/index.md): Read our policy on Accommodation Requests in the Registration Process (8-190)
- [Alternative Documents for Registration (8-110)](https://www.coto.org/resources/alternative-documents-for-registration-8-110-2/index.md): Read our policy on Alternative Documents for Registration (8-110)
- [Applicant Access to Application File (8-170)](https://www.coto.org/resources/applicant-access-to-application-file-8-170-2/index.md): Read our policy on Applicant Access to Application File (8-170)
- [Authorization to Work in Canada (8-100)](https://www.coto.org/resources/authorization-to-work-in-canada-8-100/index.md): Read our policy on Authorization to Work in Canada (8-100)
- [Request for a Second Provisional Certificate of Registration (8-160)](https://www.coto.org/resources/request-for-a-second-provisional-certificate-of-registration-8-160/index.md): Read our policy on Request for a Second Provisional Certificate of Registration (8-160)
- [Practising Without a Certificate of Registration (8-140)](https://www.coto.org/resources/practising-without-a-certificate-of-registration-8-140/index.md): Read our policy on Practising Without a Certificate of Registration (8-140)
- [Language Fluency Requirement (8-81)](https://www.coto.org/resources/language-fluency-requirement-8-81-2/index.md): Read our policy on Language Fluency Requirement (8-81)
- [Examination Requirement (8-60)](https://www.coto.org/resources/examination-requirement-8-60-2/index.md): Read our policy on Examination Requirement (8-60)
- [Education and Fieldwork – Internationally Educated (8-21)](https://www.coto.org/resources/education-and-fieldwork-internationally-educated-8-21/index.md): Read our policy on Education and Fieldwork – Internationally Educated (8-21)
- [Education and Fieldwork – Canadian Educated (8-10)](https://www.coto.org/resources/education-and-fieldwork-canadian-educated-8-10/index.md): Read our policy on Education and Fieldwork – Canadian Educated (8-10)
- [Determining Suitability to Practise at Registration (8-72)](https://www.coto.org/resources/determining-suitability-to-practise-at-registration-8-72-2/index.md): Read our policy on Determining Suitability to Practise at Registration (8-72)
- [Currency Requirement for Annual Renewal (8-50)](https://www.coto.org/resources/currency-requirement-for-annual-renewal-8-50-2/index.md): Read our policy on Currency Requirement for Annual Renewal (8-50)
- [Currency Requirement for Applicants (8-40)](https://www.coto.org/resources/currency-requirement-for-applicants-8-40-2/index.md): Read our policy on Currency Requirement for Applicants (8-40)
- [Vulnerable Sector Screening (8-71)](https://www.coto.org/resources/vulnerable-sector-screening-8-71-2/index.md): Read our policy on Vulnerable Sector Screening (8-71)
- [Aide médicale à mourir, 2025](https://www.coto.org/resources/medical-assistance-in-dying/aide-medicale-a-mourir/index.md)
- [Policy to Approve Agents of the College](https://www.coto.org/resources/policy-to-approve-agents-of-the-college-2/index.md): Read our Policy to Approve Agents of the College
- [Cessation de services](https://www.coto.org/resources/discontinuing-services/cessation-de-services/index.md)
- [Quality Assurance Program Policy](https://www.coto.org/resources/quality-assurance-program-policy/index.md): Read our Quality Assurance Program Policy.
- [Politique du programme d’assurance de la qualité](https://www.coto.org/resources/quality-assurance-program-policy/politique-du-programme-dassurance-de-la-qualite/index.md)
- [Code of Conduct](https://www.coto.org/resources/code-of-conduct/index.md): Read our Code of Conduct.
- [Conflict of Interest Policy](https://www.coto.org/resources/conflict-of-interest-policy/index.md): Read the College's Conflict of Interest Policy
- [Confidentiality Policy](https://www.coto.org/resources/confidentiality-policy/index.md): Read the College's Confidentiality Policy.
- [Documentation after leaving employment](https://www.coto.org/resources/documentation-after-leaving-employment/index.md): Do occupational therapists need to respond to questions or requests about past clinical records if they have already left their place of employment?
- [January 30, 2025 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-30-2025-board-meeting-package/index.md): Get the latest Board materials: Read the January 30, 2025, COTO Board Meeting Package.
- [January 30, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-30-2025-board-meeting-agenda/index.md): Get the latest Board materials: Read the January 30, 2025 COTO Board Meeting Agenda.
- [October 24, 2024 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/october-24-2024-board-meeting-package/index.md): Get the latest Board materials: Read COTO's October 24, 2024 Board Meeting Package.
- [Registration for Internationally Educated Professionals](https://www.coto.org/resources/registration-for-internationally-educated-professionals/index.md): Watch this video to learn more about registering with the College and the requirements necessary to work in Ontario.
- [Occupational therapists and the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario](https://www.coto.org/resources/occupational-therapists-and-the-college-of-occupational-therapists-of-ontario/index.md): The College of Occupational Therapists registers (licenses) occupational therapists (OTs) in Ontario.
- [2025 COTO Board Elections Webinar](https://www.coto.org/resources/2025-coto-board-elections-webinar/index.md): Recording of the December 10, 2024 webinar on the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's 2025 Board of Directors elections.
- [October 24, 2024 Board Meeting Agenda](https://www.coto.org/resources/october-24-2024-board-meeting-agenda/index.md): Read the College's October 24, 2024 Board meeting agenda.
- [June 20, 2024 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/june-20-2024-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's June 20, 2024 Board Meeting package.
- [June 20, 2024 Board Meeting Agenda](https://www.coto.org/resources/june-20-2024-board-meeting-agenda/index.md): Read the College's June 20, 2024 Board meeting agenda.
- [June 20, 2024 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/june-20-2024-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's June 20, 2024 Board meeting minutes.
- [April 4, 2024 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/april-4-2024-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's April 4, 2024 Board meeting package.
- [April 4, 2024 Board Meeting Agenda](https://www.coto.org/resources/april-4-2024-board-meeting-agenda/index.md): Read the College's April 4, 2024 Board meeting agenda.
- [April 4, 2024 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/april-4-2024-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's April 4, 2024 Board meeting minutes.
- [April 4, 2024 Board Officer Elections Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/april-4-2024-board-meeting-board-officer-elections-minutes/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's April 4, 2024 Board Officer elections minutes.
- [March 25, 2024 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/march-25-2024-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's March 25, 2024 Board meeting minutes.
- [January 25, 2024 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-25-2024-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's January 25, 2024 Board meeting package.
- [January 25, 2024 Board Meeting Agenda](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-25-2024-board-meeting-agenda/index.md): Read the College's January 25, 2024 Board meeting agenda.
- [January 25, 2024 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-25-2024-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's January 25, 2024 Board meeting minutes.
- [October 26, 2023 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/october-26-2023-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's October 26, 2023 Board meeting package.
- [October 26, 2023 Board Meeting Agenda](https://www.coto.org/resources/october-26-2023-board-meeting-agenda/index.md): Read the College's October 26, 2023 Board meeting agenda.
- [October 26, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/october-26-2023-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's October 26, 2023 Board meeting minutes.
- [June 22, 2023 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/june-22-2023-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's June 22, 2023 Board meeting package.
- [June 22, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/june-22-2023-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's June 22, 2023 Board meeting minutes.
- [October 24, 2024 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/october-24-2024-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's October 24, 2024 Board meeting minutes.
- [Guide de bienvenue de l’Ordre](https://www.coto.org/resources/welcome-guide/guide-de-bienvenue-de-lordre/index.md)
- [Les actes autorisés et la délégation, 2021](https://www.coto.org/resources/controlled-acts-and-delegation/les-actes-autorises-et-la-delegation-2021/index.md)
- [April 21, 2023 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/april-21-2023-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's April 21, 2023 Board meeting package.
- [April 21, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/april-21-2023-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's April 21, 2023 Board meeting minutes.
- [March 30, 2023 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/march-30-2023-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's March 30, 2023 Board meeting package.
- [March 30, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/march-30-2023-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's March 30, 2023 Board meeting minutes.
- [March 30, 2023 Board Officer Elections Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/march-30-2023-board-officer-elections-minutes/index.md): Read the College's March 30, 2023 Board Officer elections minutes.
- [February 13, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/february-13-2023-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's February 13, 2023 Board meeting minutes.
- [January 26, 2023 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-26-2023-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's January 26, 2023 Board meeting package.
- [January 26, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-26-2023-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's January 26, 2023 Board meeting minutes.
- [October 20, 2022 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/october-20-2022-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's October 20, 2022 Board meeting package.
- [October 20, 2022 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/october-20-2022-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's October 20, 2022 Board meeting minutes.
- [June 23, 2022 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/june-23-2022-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's June 23, 2022 Board meeting package.
- [June 23, 2022 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/june-23-2022-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's June 23, 2022 Board meeting minutes.
- [April 7, 2022 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/april-7-2022-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's April 7, 2022 Board meeting package.
- [April 7, 2022 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/april-7-2022-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's April 7, 2022 Board meeting minutes.
- [March 24, 2022 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/march-24-2022-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's March 24, 2022 Board meeting package.
- [March 24, 2022 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/march-24-2022-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's March 24, 2022 Board meeting minutes.
- [March 24, 2022 Board Officer Election Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/march-24-2022-board-officer-election-minutes/index.md): Read the College's March 24, 2022 Board Officer election minutes.
- [January 27, 2022 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-27-2022-board-meeting-package/index.md): Read the College's January 27, 2022 Board meeting package.
- [January 27, 2022 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-27-2022-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's January 27, 2022 Board meeting minutes.
- [Privacy Code](https://www.coto.org/resources/privacy-code/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's privacy code.
- [Maintaining Professional Boundaries](https://www.coto.org/resources/maintaining-professional-boundaries/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's case study on maintaining professional boundaries.
- [Sociodemographic Data Collection and Use (8-230)](https://www.coto.org/resources/sociodemographic-data-collection-and-use-8-230-3/index.md)
- [Mapping a Path to Success: Goal Setting Made Simple (Podcast)](https://www.coto.org/resources/mapping-a-path-to-success-goal-setting-made-simple-podcast/index.md): Listen to our interview with our Quality Assurance team about the importance of goal setting—why it’s important, how it supports your growth, and the impact it can have on your practice.
- [Mapping a Path to Success: Goal Setting Made Simple](https://www.coto.org/resources/mapping-a-path-to-success-goal-setting-made-simple/index.md)
- [February 28, 2025 Special Board Meeting Agenda](https://www.coto.org/resources/february-28-2025-special-board-meeting-agenda/index.md)
- [Regulatory History Form](https://www.coto.org/resources/regulatory-history-form-2/index.md)
- [Autorisation de transmission de renseignements historiques réglementaires](https://www.coto.org/resources/regulatory-history-form-2/autorisation-de-transmission-de-renseignements-historiques-reglementaires/index.md)
- [Provisional Registration Supervision Agreement](https://www.coto.org/resources/provisional-registration-supervision-agreement/index.md)
- [Entente de supervision – Certificat d’exercice provisoire](https://www.coto.org/resources/provisional-registration-supervision-agreement/entente-de-supervision-certificat-dexercice-provisoire/index.md)
- [Supervision Acknowledgement Form For Temporary Registration](https://www.coto.org/resources/supervision-acknowledgement-form-for-temporary-registration/index.md)
- [Application for Renewal: Certificate of Authorization for a Health Professional Corporation](https://www.coto.org/resources/application-for-renewal-certificate-of-authorization-for-a-health-professional-corporation/index.md)
- [Initial Application: Certificate of Authorization for a Health Professional Corporation](https://www.coto.org/resources/initial-application-certificate-of-authorization-for-a-health-professional-corporation/index.md)
- [Candidate Eligibility & Consent Form](https://www.coto.org/resources/candidate-eligibility-consent-form/index.md)
- [Speaker Request Form](https://www.coto.org/resources/speaker-request-form/index.md): The College welcomes the opportunity to speak about public protection and occupational therapy practice.
- [La voie du succès : Établir facilement des objectifs](https://www.coto.org/resources/mapping-a-path-to-success-goal-setting-made-simple/la-voie-du-succes-etablir-facilement-des-objectifs/index.md)
- [Request for Deferral: Examination](https://www.coto.org/resources/request-for-deferral-examination/index.md)
- [Labour Mobility Support Agreement (LMSA) Confirmation Form](https://www.coto.org/resources/labour-mobility-support-agreement-lmsa-confirmation-form/index.md)
- [Request for a Letter of Professional Standing](https://www.coto.org/resources/request-for-a-letter-of-professional-standing/index.md)
- [Professional Appointee Application Form](https://www.coto.org/resources/professional-appointee-application-form/index.md)
- [Politique sur la collecte et l’utilisation de données sociodémographiques 8-230](https://www.coto.org/resources/sociodemographic-data-collection-and-use-8-230-3/politique-sur-la-collecte-et-lutilisation-de-donnees-sociodemographiques-8-230/index.md)
- [Delegation of Controlled Acts](https://www.coto.org/resources/delegation-of-controlled-acts/index.md): Why are occupational therapists not permitted to delegate any controlled acts to others? See our response in our March 2025 Q…
- [January 30, 2025 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-30-2025-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's January 30, 2025 Board meeting minutes.
- [Culture, Equity, and Justice in Occupational Therapy Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/culture-equity-and-justice-in-occupational-therapy-practice/index.md)
- [Record Keeping Considerations for Employers](https://www.coto.org/resources/record-keeping-considerations-for-employers/index.md)
- [Employer Newsletter Archive](https://www.coto.org/resources/employer-newsletter/index.md)
- [Quick Reference: Use of Title—What you must, must not, and may do](https://www.coto.org/resources/quick-reference-use-of-title/index.md)
- [Questions About Occupational Therapy? Contact the Practice Resource Service](https://www.coto.org/resources/questions-about-occupational-therapy-contact-the-practice-resource-service/index.md): Whether you're a registrant, employer or member of the public, the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario’s Practice Resource Service is here to help.
- [June 19, 2025 Board Meeting Agenda](https://www.coto.org/resources/june-19-2025-board-meeting-agenda/index.md)
- [June 19, 2025 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/june-19-2025-board-meeting-package/index.md)
- [Data from December 2024-May 2025](https://www.coto.org/resources/data-from-december-2024-may-2025/index.md): View the investigations data from December 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025.
- [March 27, 2025 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/march-27-2025-board-meeting-minutes/index.md): Read the College's March 27, 2025 Board meeting minutes.
- [March 27, 2025 Board Officer Elections Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/march-27-2025-board-officer-elections-minutes/index.md): Read the College's March 27, 2025 Board Officer elections minutes.
- [Seasonal Respiratory Pathogen Guide](https://www.coto.org/resources/seasonal-respiratory-pathogen-guide/index.md)
- [Plan en matière d’agents pathogènes respiratoires saisonniers](https://www.coto.org/resources/seasonal-respiratory-pathogen-guide/plan-en-matiere-dagents-pathogenes-respiratoires-saisonniers/index.md)
- [Spotlight on Practice: Types of Consent](https://www.coto.org/resources/spotlight-on-practice-types-of-consent/index.md): This resource provides a quick review of knowledgeable and informed consent.
- [Why Should I Consider Taking an Occupational Therapy Student?](https://www.coto.org/resources/should-i-consider-taking-an-occupational-therapy-student/index.md): Read our Q&A about why OTs should consider taking an Occupational Therapy Student.
- [Am I a Health Information Custodian or Agent?](https://www.coto.org/resources/am-i-a-health-information-custodian-or-agent/index.md)
- [Student Checklist: 7 Steps to Register](https://www.coto.org/resources/7-steps-to-register-checklist-2/index.md)
- [Pause Before You Post Client Photos](https://www.coto.org/resources/pause-before-you-post-client-photos/index.md): When promoting their practice, occupational therapists should be mindful about how and what they advertise and be aware of how certain marketing strategies may be viewed by the public.
- [October 30, 2025 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/october-30-2025-board-meeting-package/index.md)
- [June 19, 2025 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/june-19-2025-board-meeting-minutes/index.md)
- [July 9, 2025 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/july-9-2025-board-meeting-minutes/index.md)
- [Learnings From a Complaint About Equipment Funding](https://www.coto.org/resources/learnings-from-a-complaint-about-equipment-funding/index.md): Read about learnings from a complaint about equipment funding in our case study.
- [2025 National eLearning Module: Advancing Culture, Equity and Justice in Occupational Therapy Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/2025-national-elearning-module-advancing-culture-equity-and-justice-in-occupational-therapy-practice/index.md)
- [Module national d’apprentissage en ligne 2025 de l’Ordre: Promouvoir la culture, l’équité et la justice dans l’exercice de l’ergothérapie](https://www.coto.org/resources/2025-national-elearning-module-advancing-culture-equity-and-justice-in-occupational-therapy-practice/module-national-dapprentissage-en-ligne-2025-de-lordre-promouvoir-la-culture-lequite-et-la-justice-dans-lexercice-de-lergotherapie/index.md)
- [Risk Ready: Protecting Clients & Your Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/risk-ready-protecting-clients-your-practice/index.md)
- [College Response to the Coroner’s Report: Death Related to Wheelchair Lap Belt, 2025](https://www.coto.org/resources/college-response-to-the-coroners-report-death-related-to-wheelchair-lap-belt-2025/index.md): Read the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's Response to the Coroner’s Report on Death Related to Wheelchair Lap Belts.
- [Réponse de l’Ordre au rapport du coroner 2025 : Décès associé à l’utilisation d’une ceinture pelvienne sur un fauteuil roulant](https://www.coto.org/resources/college-response-to-the-coroners-report-death-related-to-wheelchair-lap-belt-2025/reponse-de-lordre-au-rapport-du-coroner-2025-deces-associe-a-lutilisation-dune-ceinture-pelvienne-sur-un-fauteuil-roulant/index.md)
- [Insights to Support Your Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/insights-to-support-your-practice/index.md): From June 1 to November 30, 2025 the ICRC made decisions on 16 investigations from complaints and Registrar’s Investigations. See the details in our report.
- [Practice Tips](https://www.coto.org/resources/practice-tips/index.md)
- [January 29, 2026 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-29-2026-board-meeting-package/index.md)
- [January 29, 2026 Board Meeting Agenda](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-29-2026-board-meeting-agenda/index.md)
- [Conseils pour la pratique](https://www.coto.org/resources/practice-tips/conseils-pour-la-pratique/index.md)
- [October 30, 2025 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/october-30-2025-board-meeting-minutes/index.md)
- [Spotlight on Practice: Unwritten Standards](https://www.coto.org/resources/spotlight-on-practice-unwritten-standards/index.md)
- [La numérisation de l’information sur les clients ](https://www.coto.org/resources/electronically-scanning-client-information/la-numerisation-de-linformation-sur-les-clients/index.md)
- [De quoi faut-il tenir compte lors de la recommandation d’un fauteuil releveur motorisé?](https://www.coto.org/resources/considerations-when-recommending-a-power-recliner-lift-chair/de-quoi-faut-il-tenir-compte-lors-de-la-recommandation-dun-fauteuil-releveur-motorise/index.md)
- [Demande de suivi en pratique privée faite par des clients ](https://www.coto.org/resources/requests-for-private-practice-follow-up-with-clients/demande-de-suivi-en-pratique-privee-faite-par-des-clients/index.md)
- [Les mauvais traitements d’ordre sexuel et les rapports obligatoires ](https://www.coto.org/resources/sexual-abuse-and-mandatory-reporting/les-mauvais-traitements-dordre-sexuel-et-les-rapports-obligatoires/index.md)
- [Que devrais-je faire quand un client divulgue un problème de violence familiale? ](https://www.coto.org/resources/what-should-i-do-when-a-client-discloses-domestic-abuse/que-devrais-je-faire-quand-un-client-divulgue-un-probleme-de-violence-familiale/index.md)
- [Supporting mental health in the workplace](https://www.coto.org/resources/supporting-mental-health-in-the-workplace/index.md): One place where mental health struggles may begin, but where they’re less often discussed, is at work. Learn more about how occupational therapists can help.
- [3 things to consider if you're caring for your parent](https://www.coto.org/resources/3-things-to-consider-if-youre-caring-for-your-parent/index.md): You may find yourself taking care of the person who used to take care of you as a parent ages. Here are a few things to consider as you take on this new role.
- [Reclaiming your space after changes in your mobility](https://www.coto.org/resources/reclaiming-your-space-after-changes-in-your-mobility/index.md): Having to adapt to your living space is often frustrating, but you can reclaim your space. See our tips to help make the journey back to independence easier.
- [How to get back in the garden after mobility loss](https://www.coto.org/resources/how-to-get-back-in-the-garden-after-mobility-loss/index.md): Losing mobility can be a difficult adjustment. Read more for some ways you can reclaim independence in your outdoor space.
- [Soutenir la santé mentale au travail](https://www.coto.org/resources/supporting-mental-health-in-the-workplace/soutenir-la-sante-mentale-au-travail/index.md)
- [Comment renouer avec le jardinage après une perte de mobilité](https://www.coto.org/resources/how-to-get-back-in-the-garden-after-mobility-loss/comment-renouer-avec-le-jardinage-apres-une-perte-de-mobilite/index.md)
- [Se réapproprier son espace après un changement de mobilité](https://www.coto.org/resources/reclaiming-your-space-after-changes-in-your-mobility/se-reapproprier-son-espace-apres-un-changement-de-mobilite/index.md)
- [Trois facteurs à prendre en compte si vous fournissez des soins à un parent](https://www.coto.org/resources/3-things-to-consider-if-youre-caring-for-your-parent/trois-facteurs-a-prendre-en-compte-si-vous-fournissez-des-soins-a-un-parent/index.md)
- [March 26, 2026 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/march-26-2026-board-meeting-package/index.md)
- [March 26, 2026 Board Meeting Agenda](https://www.coto.org/resources/march-26-2026-board-meeting-agenda/index.md)
- [January 29, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/january-29-2026-board-meeting-minutes/index.md)
- [Governance Manual](https://www.coto.org/resources/governance-manual/index.md)
- [We Are All in This Together: Questions to Consider for OT and OTA Collaboration](https://www.coto.org/resources/we-are-all-in-this-together-questions-to-consider-for-ot-and-ota-collaboration/index.md)
- [Enregistrement de séances d’ergothérapie](https://www.coto.org/resources/recording-occupational-therapy-sessions/enregistrement-de-seances-dergotherapie/index.md)
- [Demandes de clients pour signer des formulaires et des documents](https://www.coto.org/resources/requests-from-clients-to-sign-forms-and-documents/demandes-de-clients-pour-signer-des-formulaires-et-des-documents/index.md)
- [Maintenir des limites professionnelles](https://www.coto.org/resources/maintaining-professional-boundaries/maintenir-des-limites-professionnelles/index.md)
- [Ergothérapeutes fournissant de l’éducation, de la formation ou des recommandations à d’autres personnes](https://www.coto.org/resources/occupational-therapists-providing-education-or-training-of-recommendations-to-others/ergotherapeutes-fournissant-de-leducation-de-la-formation-ou-des-recommandations-a-dautres-personnes/index.md)
- [Gérer des désaccords au sein d’une équipe](https://www.coto.org/resources/managing-team-disagreements/gerer-des-desaccords-au-sein-dune-equipe/index.md)
- [Leçons tirées d’une plainte sur une évaluation au domicile](https://www.coto.org/resources/lessons-from-an-in-home-assessment-complaint/lecons-tirees-dune-plainte-sur-une-evaluation-au-domicile/index.md)
- [What to Expect from Your Occupational Therapist (Multiple Languages)](https://www.coto.org/resources/what-to-expect-from-your-occupational-therapist/index.md)
- [COTO Brochure - Qualified Health Professionals](https://www.coto.org/resources/coto-brochure-qualified-health-professionals/index.md)
- [COTO Brochure - Des professionnels de la santé qualifiés](https://www.coto.org/resources/coto-brochure-qualified-health-professionals/coto-brochure-des-professionnels-de-la-sante-qualifies/index.md)
- [COTO Information Card - All Ages, All Abilities (Adults)](https://www.coto.org/resources/coto-information-card-all-ages-all-abilities-adults/index.md)
- [COTO Information Card - All Ages, All Abilities (Children)](https://www.coto.org/resources/coto-information-card-all-ages-all-abilities-children/index.md)
- [Carte d’information - Tous âges et de toutes capacités (Adultes)](https://www.coto.org/resources/coto-information-card-all-ages-all-abilities-adults/carte-dinformation-tous-ages-et-de-toutes-capacites-adultes/index.md)
- [Carte d’information - Tous âges et de toutes capacités (Enfants)](https://www.coto.org/resources/coto-information-card-all-ages-all-abilities-children/carte-dinformation-tous-ages-et-de-toutes-capacites-enfants/index.md)
- [Conflicts of Interest in Practice: Not Always Obvious, Always Important](https://www.coto.org/resources/conflicts-of-interest-in-practice-not-always-obvious-always-important/index.md)
- [Conflits d’intérêts dans la pratique : Pas toujours évidents mais toujours importants](https://www.coto.org/resources/conflicts-of-interest-in-practice-not-always-obvious-always-important/conflits-dinterets-dans-la-pratique-pas-toujours-evidents-mais-toujours-importants/index.md)
- [Including Forms and Other Documents in the Record](https://www.coto.org/resources/including-forms-and-other-documents-in-the-record/index.md)
- [Ce que vous pouvez attendre de votre ergothérapeute](https://www.coto.org/resources/what-to-expect-from-your-occupational-therapist/ce-que-vous-pouvez-attendre-de-votre-ergotherapeute/index.md)
- [June 18, 2026 Board Meeting Agenda](https://www.coto.org/resources/june-18-2026-board-meeting-agenda/index.md)
- [June 18, 2026 Board Meeting Package](https://www.coto.org/resources/june-18-2026-board-meeting-package/index.md)
- [Outil d’évaluation de la tenue des dossiers](https://www.coto.org/resources/record-keeping-review-tool/outil-devaluation-de-la-tenue-des-dossiers/index.md): See the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario's record keeping review tool.
- [Working with Children Whose Parents are Separated or Divorced](https://www.coto.org/resources/case-study-working-with-children-whose-parents-are-separated-or-divorced/index.md)
- [Travailler avec des enfants dont les parents sont séparés ou divorcés](https://www.coto.org/resources/case-study-working-with-children-whose-parents-are-separated-or-divorced/travailler-avec-des-enfants-dont-les-parents-sont-separes-ou-divorces/index.md)
- [Guide to Ethical Practice](https://www.coto.org/resources/guide-to-ethical-practice/index.md)
- [Guide d’une pratique éthique](https://www.coto.org/resources/guide-to-ethical-practice/guide-dune-pratique-ethique/index.md)
- [Leçons tirées d’une plainte pour le financement d’équipement](https://www.coto.org/resources/learnings-from-a-complaint-about-equipment-funding/lecons-tirees-dune-plainte-pour-le-financement-dequipement/index.md): Read about learnings from a complaint about equipment funding in our case study.
- [Évaluer les risques posés par un fauteuil releveur motorisé](https://www.coto.org/resources/assessing-risks-with-a-power-recliner-lift-chair/evaluer-les-risques-poses-par-un-fauteuil-releveur-motorise/index.md): Read our case study on assessing risks with a power recliner lift chair as an occupational therapist.
- [Liste de contrôle pour établir une pratique privée](https://www.coto.org/resources/checklist-for-starting-a-private-practice/liste-de-controle-pour-etablir-une-pratique-privee/index.md): Read our case study on starting a private practice as an occupational therapist.
- [Nous travaillons ensemble: Questions à prendre en compte pour une bonne collaboration entre les ergothérapeutes et les aides-ergothérapeutes](https://www.coto.org/resources/we-are-all-in-this-together-questions-to-consider-for-ot-and-ota-collaboration/nous-travaillons-ensemble/index.md)