College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

04/23/2026

New to the profession? If you’re a newly registered occupational therapist, we’re here to help.

Find Q&As, webinars, checklists, and more resources to help you at coto.org.

If you have questions about your occupational therapy practices and want to speak with someone, contact the Practice Resource Service at practice@coto.org or 1-800-890-6570 x240.

04/22/2026

📢The Office of the Chief Coroner is seeking new members to join the MAiD Death Review Committee (MDRC) in Ontario. This committee serves an important role in reviewing MAiD cases, providing oversight and identifying opportunities for broad system improvements.

If you are interested in contributing to this evolving and impactful work, we encourage you to apply.

📅 Deadline: April 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT
📩 Questions: occ.maid@ontario.ca

Learn more and apply:https://www.coto.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/C26-050A_MDRC_Call-For-Members_Letterhead_April-2026.pdf

04/22/2026

New COTO registrants - get an intro to the College's programs, resources and requirements with our digital Welcome Guide: coto.org/welcome

Have feedback? Fill out our survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R3L33JM

04/21/2026

Reminder: Annual renewal is now open to all registrants.

Occupational therapists in Ontario must renew their registration by May 31, 2026.

Log into the COTO Portal to complete your renewal: https://www.coto.org/registrants/registration-services/renewal/

04/20/2026

Are occupational therapy services covered by OHIP?

Learn the answers to your questions about working with an occupational therapist in our FAQ: https://www.coto.org/public/frequently-asked-questions/

04/20/2026

NOTICE: Some users experienced issues signing into the COTO Portal over the weekend. The problem has now been resolved.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and appreciate your patience.

Login to the Portal:

Account registration instructions for the new COTO Portal are being emailed to all registrants and returning applicants. If you have not yet received instructions and have an urgent issue, contact registration@coto.org.

04/16/2026

Whether it’s due to arthritis, a life event or another cause, losing mobility can be a difficult adjustment. It can make simple but meaningful activities like gardening seem suddenly out of reach.

Read our article for some ways you can reclaim independence in your outdoor space: https://www.coto.org/resources/how-to-get-back-in-the-garden-after-mobility-loss/

04/15/2026

Taking a parental leave? Unsure whether to renew or resign?

If you’re an occupational therapist taking a leave of absence in Ontario, consider the duration and costs to choose the best option for you.

Learn more: https://www.coto.org/registrants/stopping-practice-in-ontario/

04/14/2026

We are here to help.

If you have questions or concerns about an occupational therapist or their practice, we want to hear about it.

Learn more about the complaints process: https://www.coto.org/public/complaints-or-concerns/

04/13/2026

The College receives many questions from occupational therapists who work in private practice or need to provide invoices for their services.

We've updated our Q&A on billing with responses to some of the most frequently asked questions, including “What is the appropriate rate to charge clients for service?”, “What information is required on the invoice?” and more.

See the responses in our updated Q&A on billing practices: https://www.coto.org/resources/occupational-therapy-billing-practices/

04/09/2026

Keep your 2026 Learning Plan on track!

Have you set your goals for the year yet? Log in to the COTO Portal to reflect on your practice, track your progress, and stay on top of your Quality Assurance requirements.

Start your plan today: https://www.coto.org/registrants/quality-assurance/quality-assurance-requirements/

04/08/2026

Missed the College's Board of Directors meeting last week?

See the key decisions and highlights from our March 26, 2026 College Board meeting: https://www.coto.org/board-news/march-26-2026-board-meeting-highlights/