College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

If you're an employer of occupational therapists in Ontario, don't miss out on the latest news! Sign up for our employer newsletter for future communications from COTO tailored to employers: https://lnkd.in/gQUH8XBd

Bullying is a major issue in schools, workplaces, homes, and online. Pink Shirt Day raises awareness and funds programs supporting healthy self-esteem for all children. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/emvnxG4

Occupational therapists registered in District 1 (Toronto and Peel): it's time to vote! 🗳️ The 2025 Board of Directors elections are open. There are two positions available. Learn more about the 2025 elections: https://lnkd.in/gYr7sVEn

This International Mother Language Day, we celebrate the diversity of occupational therapists across Ontario and the role language plays in providing quality, meaningful care. Did you know there are 25 languages spoken by OTs in Ontario? You can see which languages an OT provides service in on our public register.

Reminder to occupational therapists in Ontario—your 2025 Learning Plan is now available. Get your year started by setting your goals for 2025 in the COTO Portal. Put a focus on your professional growth to start the year and track your progress throughout the months ahead. Read more about QA requirements: https://lnkd.in/gbs6rq_9

NOTICE: The College will be closed on Monday, February 17th, 2025 for Family Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, February 18th at 8:30 a.m. 👪 If you need to find information about occupational therapists in Ontario, please visit our public register: https://lnkd.in/gsYXYjDe

You asked us: Do I need to respond to questions or requests about past clinical records if I have already left my place of employment? See our response in our latest Q&A: https://lnkd.in/gJnuaZPu

Are you an employer in Ontario with questions about hiring occupational therapists? Learn more about hiring new graduates, OTs returning to practice, provisional OTs, occupational therapy assistants, how you can verify credentials and more: https://lnkd.in/gRTK5F5q

February is Black History Month—a time to celebrate the contributions of Black communities and their impact on healthcare and society, in Ontario and across the world. Join us in recognizing the work of Black occupational therapists and supporting efforts to advance equity and inclusion in the profession.

Missed the College's Board of Directors meeting last week? See the key decisions and highlights from our January 30, 2025 College Board meeting: https://lnkd.in/ezWPh23t