College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario We protect the public by ensuring occupational therapists provide safe, competent, and ethical care. Nonprofit Organization

Practice Tip of the Week: Not sure about a situation? Consult the standards of practice — they are your guide. Questions...
09/11/2026

Practice Tip of the Week: Not sure about a situation? Consult the standards of practice — they are your guide.

Questions about occupational therapy? Email [email protected] or call 1-800-890-6570 ext. 240.

Working with children whose parents are separated or divorced can raise questions about consent, communication, and prof...
09/10/2026

Working with children whose parents are separated or divorced can raise questions about consent, communication, and professional boundaries.

Occupational therapists should understand their responsibilities when obtaining consent, sharing information, and responding to requests related to parental disputes.

Read our case study to learn more about 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/

World Su***de Prevention Day highlights the importance of su***de prevention and access to appropriate supports.Occupati...
09/10/2026

World Su***de Prevention Day highlights the importance of su***de prevention and access to appropriate supports.

Occupational therapists support people’s mental health in many ways, including helping people participate in meaningful activities, maintain routines, and navigate challenges in daily life.

COTO is working with other health regulatory colleges to present an upcoming webinar on intimate partner violence.The we...
09/09/2026

COTO is working with other health regulatory colleges to present an upcoming webinar on intimate partner violence.

The webinar will provide information and resources to support the recognition and response to intimate partner violence. The session aligns with recommendations from the 2022–2023 Domestic Violence Death Review Committee Annual Report.

Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET

Sign up here: https://www.coto.org/news-articles/save-the-date-webinar-on-intimate-partner-violence-september-22-2026/

Reminder: Register for COTO’s two-part webinar series with AccessOAP.The presentations will provide an overview of Acce...
09/08/2026

Reminder: Register for COTO’s two-part webinar series with AccessOAP.

The presentations will provide an overview of AccessOAP and information for service providers who support families enrolled in core clinical services.

Register and submit your questions in advance. Recordings of these webinars will not be available.

Sign-up here: https://www.coto.org/news-articles/webinar-series-with-accessoap-september-9-16-2026/

09/07/2026

The College is here to protect the public.

Our role is to regulate all occupational therapists in Ontario and make sure they are:
✅ qualified
✅ registered
✅ meeting our professional standards

Learn more about what we do for you: https://www.coto.org/public/public-protection/

Practice Tip of the Week: Review goals regularly with clients. Care plans should evolve with their progress and needs.Qu...
09/04/2026

Practice Tip of the Week: Review goals regularly with clients. Care plans should evolve with their progress and needs.

Questions about occupational therapy? Email [email protected] or call 1-800-890-6570 ext. 240.

NOTICE: The College will be closed on Monday, September 7th, 2026. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8th at 8:30 a.m....
09/04/2026

NOTICE: The College will be closed on Monday, September 7th, 2026. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8th at 8:30 a.m.

If you need to find information about occupational therapists in Ontario, please visit our public register: https://otportal.coto.org/Public-Register-Search-Custom/

September is World Alzheimer’s Month.For people living with Alzheimer’s disease, changes in memory and thinking can affe...
09/03/2026

September is World Alzheimer’s Month.

For people living with Alzheimer’s disease, changes in memory and thinking can affect how they manage everyday activities and routines.

Occupational therapists help people find ways to adapt daily activities and environments, maintain independence, and continue participating in the things that matter to them.

Learn more about occupational therapy: coto.org/ot

Good luck to all who are completing the National Occupational Therapy Certification Exam (NOTCE)! Completing the NOTCE ...
09/03/2026

Good luck to all who are completing the National Occupational Therapy Certification Exam (NOTCE)!

Completing the NOTCE is an important milestone toward becoming a registered occupational therapist in Ontario and the College wishes success to everyone taking the exam.

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Toronto, ON
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Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
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