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

Digital Health Week celebrates how technology is transforming healthcare delivery and improving access to services.Occup...
11/17/2025

Digital Health Week celebrates how technology is transforming healthcare delivery and improving access to services.

Occupational therapists use digital tools to connect with clients, provide assessments, and support participation in daily activities—whether in person or virtually.

Learn more in our Remote (Virtual) Services resource: https://www.coto.org/resources/virtual-services/

⏰ Reminder: the Practice team’s live Q&A webinar Let’s Talk Practice is this week—November 19, 12–1 p.m. The Practice te...
11/17/2025

⏰ Reminder: the Practice team’s live Q&A webinar Let’s Talk Practice is this week—November 19, 12–1 p.m.

The Practice team will answer your questions and share practical guidance for occupational therapists s who are new or returning to practice.

Register or submit a question: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0ZKZbHCvTuyWfmW6E8_tMw

Practice Tip of the Week: Write clinical notes as if your client may read them. Respectful, professional language matter...
11/14/2025

Practice Tip of the Week: Write clinical notes as if your client may read them. Respectful, professional language matters.

Professional documentation reflects the care you provide. Always write with accuracy and respect.

📧 practice@coto.org | 📞 1-800-890-6570 ext. 240

11/13/2025

Wondering what occupational therapy is or how it might help you or someone you care about?

Our Practice Resource Service is here to help. You can call or email us to ask about:
• What occupational therapists do
• How to find one
• What to expect when receiving services

Here is how you can reach us:
📧 practice@coto.org | 📞 1-800-890-6570 ext. 240

Learn more: https://www.coto.org/public/patient-and-public-help/

📄 “Can my employer ask me to make a correction to the occupational therapy record?” Bring your practice questions to our...
11/12/2025

📄 “Can my employer ask me to make a correction to the occupational therapy record?”

Bring your practice questions to our Let’s Talk Practice webinar on November 19, 12–1 p.m. The Practice team will provide answers and resources to help new and returning occupational therapists.

Sign up today: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0ZKZbHCvTuyWfmW6E8_tMw

This Remembrance Day, we join Canadians across the country in reflecting on the courage and sacrifices of those who serv...
11/11/2025

This Remembrance Day, we join Canadians across the country in reflecting on the courage and sacrifices of those who served.

May we continue to work toward peace, compassion, and understanding in their memory.

Occupational therapists in private practice have the added responsibility of managing their business practice. Occupatio...
11/10/2025

Occupational therapists in private practice have the added responsibility of managing their business practice. Occupational therapists should be mindful about how and what they advertise and be aware of how certain marketing strategies may be viewed by the public.

While some occupational therapists may think posting client photos is acceptable, this practice can be of particular concern.

Read more about posting client photos: https://www.coto.org/resources/pause-before-you-post-client-photos/

Practice Tip of the Week: Always obtain informed consent before starting care. Consent is an ongoing process, not a one-...
11/07/2025

Practice Tip of the Week: Always obtain informed consent before starting care. Consent is an ongoing process, not a one-time signature.

Clear communication builds trust and ensures clients understand their care every step of the way.

📧 practice@coto.org | 📞 1-800-890-6570 ext. 240

11/06/2025

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 at https://www.coto.org/public/public-protection/

This November, join us in recognizing Fall Prevention Month.Occupational therapists help people stay safe, independent, ...
11/05/2025

This November, join us in recognizing Fall Prevention Month.

Occupational therapists help people stay safe, independent, and active by identifying risks, recommending practical strategies, and supporting mobility at home and in the community.

Falls can happen at any age — let’s work together to prevent them and keep our communities healthy.

10/30/2025

📢 Notice: QA Requirements Deadline Extended to November 3rd

Due to a global Microsoft outage on October 29th, some occupational therapists couldn’t access the COTO Portal to complete their Quality Assurance (QA) annual requirements.

We’ve extended the deadline from Friday, October 31st to Monday, November 3rd, 2025.

No action is required if you’ve already completed your requirements.

💻 Log in to the COTO Portal to access your QA requirements: https://otportal.coto.org/SignIn/

If you have questions regarding your quality assurance requirements please contact qaprogram@coto.org.

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20 Bay Street, Suite 900
Toronto, ON
M5J2N8

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+18008906570

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