Ontario Physiotherapy Association (OPA)

02/19/2026

Throwback to InterACTION 2026! We look forward to seeing the membership this year at Congress 2026 in Halifax.

02/17/2026

The Government of Ontario invites workers, organizations, businesses and communities to share what matters most to inform the 2026 Ontario budget.

OPA submitted a response to the annual budget consultation. Our response illustrates how physiotherapists can contribute to building a ‘more competitive, resilient and self-reliant province”, part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario. Read more: https://www.opa.on.ca/2026/02/02/pre-budget-submission-2026/

02/15/2026

The updated Supervision Standard came into effect on February 1, 2026.

This standard replaces the Working with Physiotherapist Assistants Standard and the existing Supervision Standard.

To support you in understanding the updated requirements and expectations, The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario have provided a helpful at-a-glance look at the key elements of the standard. Access now: https://collegept.org/2026/01/15/highlights-from-new-supervision-standard/

02/13/2026

Early bird registration is now open for CPA's Congress 2026! Join physiotherapists from across Canada in Halifax, Nova Scotia, May 29–30, 2026, for two days of learning, connection, and professional development at the Canadian Physiotherapy Association’s national congress.

Early Bird Pricing is in effect until March 1! Learn more and register: https://physiotherapy.ca/education-events/congress-2026/

02/12/2026

OPA wants to feature YOU! Apply to be in our spring campaign celebrating the work of the physiotherapy community. Deadline to submit is Feb. 19, 2026. Learn more: https://www.opa.on.ca/news-events/news/campaign-2026-casting-call/

We are getting ready for our spring campaign to celebrate PTs and PTAs across the province. We want to hear from you about how you're serving your communities, what motivates you in your treatment, and what excites you about the future of physiotherapy.

Not sure your story is "enough"? It probably is! We're looking for everyday impact; the work you do matters. Learn more and submit by February 19: https://www.opa.on.ca/news-events/news/campaign-2026-casting-call

02/11/2026

The OPA Governance Committee is seeking candidates for four Directors. The Board serves as the decision-making body providing strategic direction and oversight for the Association. Board meetings are held both in-person and virtually.

OPA is particularly seeking candidates with experience in rural and remote communities or those working in public sector roles such as hospitals, primary care, and home and community care. Learn more: https://www.opa.on.ca/2026/01/13/2026-opa-board-nominations-all-pt-members-welcome/

02/10/2026

Jody Lemieux is a registered physiotherapist at the Huron Shores Family Health Team in rural Northern Ontario. With more than 30 years of clinical experience, Jody has worked across hospital, private practice, home care, and community settings. For the past two and a half years, she has been practicing in a primary care team, supporting a large and geographically dispersed population across Blind River, Thessalon, Bruce Mines, and Richards Landing.

Jody’s move into a primary care team was motivated by a desire to work in preventive care. After years in acute and inpatient hospital care, particularly during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, she observed many hospital admissions that she felt could have been prevented with earlier intervention.

Read Jody's full story: https://www.opa.on.ca/2026/01/30/physiotherapy-in-a-rural-primary-care-team-how-jody-lemieux-is-supporting-healthy-aging-in-northern-ontario/

02/06/2026

We are getting ready for our spring campaign to celebrate PTs and PTAs across the province. We want to hear from you about how you're serving your communities, what motivates you in your treatment, and what excites you about the future of physiotherapy.

Not sure your story is "enough"? It probably is! We're looking for everyday impact; the work you do matters. Learn more and submit by February 19: https://www.opa.on.ca/news-events/news/campaign-2026-casting-call

02/06/2026

New opportunities are only a click away! Visit our website for the latest job opportunities for the physiotherapy community: https://www.opa.on.ca/professional-development/careers/job-board/

02/05/2026

The Canadian Concussion Centre is launching a new season of free bi-weekly webinars focused on persistent concussion symptoms. Designed for patients, caregivers, and anyone seeking to understand concussion and its management, the series offers evidence-based information to support recovery and wellbeing. Registration is available now, with sessions scheduled throughout the year.

Visit the Canadian Concussion Centre website to view the full schedule and register for upcoming webinars: https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Canadian-Concussion-Centre/Education

02/03/2026

As Ontario marks one year of its Primary Care Action Plan, the Ontario Physiotherapy Association (OPA) is calling for a critical shift in how we talk about healthcare professionals and their unique roles and value in primary care delivery. Stop using the term “allied health” and start naming the specific expertise that matters to patients.

We are excited to see the op-ed written by OPA CEO Sarah Hutchison on this important topic being picked up on other platforms. Thank you for sharing, Healthy Debate.

As our health system continues to buckle under multiple demands, we need more physiotherapists working to full scope of practice.

02/03/2026

New workforce insights are now available from Health Workforce Canada Connects.

Following its second national symposium, Health Workforce Canada has released a collection of What Works resources drawn from forum and workshop discussions focused on tackling health system complexity. More than 300 leaders from across Canada, policymakers, regulators, educators, planners, and practitioners, came together to share lived experience and practical approaches to today’s workforce challenges.

The collection includes reflections on team-based primary care, alongside other system-level priorities, offering actionable insights to support more integrated, collaborative models of care.

Explore the What Works resources: https://healthworkforce.ca/what-works/