Sonja Schaper, RMT

04/30/2026

👀 Public Service Announcement from your friendly neighbourhood RMT:

I can help with tight shoulders.
I can help with tennis elbow.
I can help with sore backs, cranky hips, and post-pickleball “I probably shouldn’t have dove for that shot” syndrome.

But eyeballs? …Not my area of expertise. 😅

Apparently there’s a product called Kitchen Blockers (protective glasses for pickleball), and honestly… not a bad idea!

Protect your joints. Protect your muscles. Protect your eyes.
Play hard, play smart, and keep all body parts fully operational. 👓🏓

The worlds first ever lens free Pickleball eyewear are here! Kitchen Blockers are designed for Pickleball, by Pickleball players! Using military grade material, keep your eyes safe while playing the sport you love. Changing the face of Pickleball!

04/09/2026

I’m so excited to share a quick peek inside our beautiful new space at Havn Centre for Health & Wellness
We’re thoughtfully building this clinic to support the extended healthcare needs of our community, and it already feels like something really special.

This is just the beginning—I’m looking forward to everything ahead. ✨

04/09/2026

I’m so excited to share that Sonja Schaper, RMT, is now practicing out of the beautiful new space at Havn Centre for Health & Wellness
It has been such a rewarding transition settling into this bright, welcoming clinic, and I truly couldn’t be happier to be here. This space was thoughtfully created to support healing, relaxation, and overall wellness, and I’m so grateful to be a part of it.

I would love to welcome all new and returning clients to experience the new location. You can now book your appointments online at www.havnwellness.ca — quick, easy, and convenient!

Looking forward to seeing you soon 🤍

01/05/2026

✨ Happy New Year & all the very best for 2026! ✨

Now that the hubbub of the holidays has settled, it feels like the perfect time to pause and reflect on the journey that was 2025. It was a year marked by change, growth, and transition—and 2026 is already shaping up to be just as memorable.

I am both excited and a little anxious to be opening my very own clinic, , right here in Coldwater. This next chapter would not be possible without the incredible support of my family and friends, my community, and my dedicated clients—some of whom have followed me from location to location for many, many years.

I am truly grateful for your trust, your encouragement, and your patience as I continue striving to be a better version of myself each and every day. Thank you for being part of this journey and for allowing me to do the work I love.

“Gratitude turns what we have into enough, and reminds us how far we’ve already come.”

Here’s to growth, health, and new beginnings in 2026 🤍

12/18/2025

Havn Centre for Health & Wellness is opening March 2026 in Coldwater, ON and we are on the hunt for amazing people to join our team! I’m incredibly excited about this new space and am reaching out to my network of professionals to bring their talents to this beautiful new location.

If you value collaboration, compassion, and community-centered care, we want to meet you.
We're looking for...

• Massage Therapists
• Physiotherapists
• Naturopathic Doctors
• Osteopathic Practitioners

To apply or inquire, email: havncentreforwellness@gmail.com

If you feel that you have a wellness practice that could complement our services at Havn, we would love to hear from you. Whether it’s a movement modality, or a therapeutic practice, please email us to discuss how it might fit within our multidisciplinary clinic.

12/18/2025

Some great tips!

Lots of people are starting to feel stressed this holiday season. To relieve stress during the holidays you can stick to your daily routine, try not to overextend yourself, carve out time for self-care, and make time for yourself by booking a massage.

12/13/2025

Great news! 📰

This week, a Private Member's Bill supporting HST exemption for Ontario RMTs was introduced, a direct result of RMTAO advocacy and member efforts this past year, notably at our October 2025 Queen's Park Day.

MPP France Gélinas, the NDP Health Critic, introduced the Massage Therapy Tax Act, 2025. Under this Act, the Minister of Health is mandated to take every necessary measure, including introducing legislation, to bring the tax treatment of massage therapy services provided by Ontario RMTs into alignment with the tax treatment of services provided by other practitioners.

The Bill has already passed its first reading, marking an exciting first step. While additional readings are required for it to proceed, this early success is an important step forward, thanks to our advocacy efforts.

To increase support for the Bill as it goes through the legislative process, MPP Gélinas has created a petition to support the removal of HST from massage therapy services. We encourage you to sign this petition and share it widely with your networks to support the Bill's success.

Sign the petition: https://francegelinas.ca/remove-the-hst-from-massage-therapy-services-retirez-la-tvh-des-services-de-massotherapeutes/

MPP Gélinas also shared a press release today to increase awareness of and support for this issue. This would be a great resource to share to help spread the word.

Share the press release: https://www.ontariondp.ca/news/mpp-g-linas-calls-hst-be-removed-treatments-delivered-registered-massage-therapists

This is an important and encouraging step in our efforts towards HST exemption. This was made possible due to the support of members who have continued to bring this issue forward, as well as the culmination of continuous advocacy efforts by the RMTAO.

We will provide you with updates as soon as they become available.

12/11/2025

I've had a cancellation for tomorrow at 12pm for 45mins! If anyone is interested in booking in for a 45 min massage tomorrow, please email sonja.rmt@gmail.com ! First come, first served! :)

12/04/2025

You’ve followed me through every chapter… and the next one is being created right here in Coldwater.
Havn Centre for Health and Wellness opens March, 2026.
Thank you for walking this journey.

Stay tuned for more and follow the journey here:
Havn Centre for Health & Wellness

12/02/2025

Looking for a meaningful and practical gift this holiday season? Consider a massage therapy gift certificate from Sonja Schaper, RMT. It’s a thoughtful way to support your loved one’s well-being and overall health.

To arrange a gift certificate, please email sonja.rmt@gmail.com
or call (705) 238-0348.

Give the gift of care—simple, genuine, and appreciated.

11/28/2025

After years of growth, grit, and gratitude, I’m taking the final step in my professional journey—into a purpose-built space that blends clinical care with holistic support, created for my community and elevated with thoughtful detail.

More soon.🖤

11/24/2025

I have an opening for tomorrow (Nov 25) at 2:00pm for a 45 min massage due to a cancellation! If you've been wanting to get in to see me, now's your chance! First come, first serve! PM me if you'd like to book in! :)