CMTO is proud to publish its 2025 Annual Report. This report highlights CMTO's work in 2025 to engage the Massage Therapy profession, updates to Standards and policies, continued progress on key regulatory initiatives, and more.
Learn more from the report: https://bit.ly/47R7CxD
RMTs/MTs—A reminder that CMTO’s guide, “How to Determine if it is Necessary to Collect Personal Health Information (PHI)”, is available to support your decision-making around collecting PHI from patients in your practice.
📄 Review the guide here: https://bit.ly/3JVtoHd
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Help shape health care regulation in Ontario!
Paid opportunities for patients and caregivers to join the Citizen Advisory Group, led by HPRO. Share your lived experiences and guide public‑interest decision‑making.
👉 Help strengthen patient-centred regulation! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/ey7TKYza
❓RMTs/MTs—do you know what to do if a patient asks to connect with you on your personal social media accounts? CMTO’s Practice Specialists provided some guidance on how RMTs/MTs can maintain clear and professional boundaries online.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4v0UAHB
CMTO will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6, 2026, for the statutory holidays. Our regular hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, April 7. We wish those observing the holiday a Happy Easter!
Illustration of a Massage Therapist providing Massage Therapy to a patient lying down on a massage bed with text highlighting April as Stress Awareness Month with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario logo.
April is Stress Awareness Month, a time to highlight how stress can affect overall health. Massage Therapy care from an RMT/MT may be able to help relieve physical symptoms of stress.
Use CMTO’s "Find an RMT" tool to find an RMT/MT that's right for you: https://ow.ly/NcZR50YyRoc
Today, we mark Transgender Day of Visibility and celebrate the strength, contributions, and experiences of transgender communities. CMTO is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion so that everyone can access Massage Therapy care that’s respectful, welcoming, and safe.
Massage Therapist in scrubs working in front of a computer at a desk. Text reminder for RMTs/MTs that the last day to complete Practice Profile, a part of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario's STRiVE the Quality Assurance program is tomorrow.
RMTs/MTs—tommorrow is the last day to complete your Practice Profile. If you haven't completed your requirements yet, don't delay! Log in to the STRiVE platform and complete your Practice Profile today: https://bit.ly/465lcdV
🆕 Candidates—CMTO's 2026 Certification Examination Candidate Handbook is now available! Visit the Certification Examinations webpage to see the updated handbook: https://bit.ly/4t8AUQv
#DidYouKnow only those registered with CMTO can use the title of RMT/MT & practise #MassageTherapy in Ontario? Use CMTO’s 'Find an RMT' tool to confirm an RMT’s/MT’s practice status & other information you should be aware of.
🔎Check out cmto.com/lookbeforeyoubook/ to learn more!
Virtual meeting on a laptop with nine attendees, promoting a the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario's Board meeting scheduled for March 24, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (eastern time).
CMTO's Board is meeting today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (ET). The meeting materials and livestream link can be found on our website. Observers are welcome to view the meeting through the livestream: https://bit.ly/3TC1voV
The Practice Profile deadline is coming soon! RMTs/MTs holding a General Certificate must complete Practice Profile by March 31 as part of the annual requirements for STRiVE the Quality Assurance Program.
Log in to the STRiVE platform to complete Practice Profile today: https://bit.ly/4aP57wy
Diverse group of people standing together under text promoting International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21, 2026.
On March 21, we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. CMTO is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion so everyone can access safe, ethical Massage Therapy care that’s fair, respectful, and free of barriers.
Thank you to everyone who joined CMTO and the RMTAO’s Town Hall in Sault Ste. Marie yesterday! CMTO and the RMTAO appreciate your questions, engagement, and commitment to the #MassageTherapy profession. We look forward to continuing these conversations at the upcoming Town Halls.
Our Registrar & CEO, Maureen Boon, is in northern Ontario this week visiting CTS Canadian Career College’s Sault Ste. Marie Campus. Thank you to the students and staff for the warm welcome! We wish you the best of luck on your journey into the #MassageTherapy profession!
Help shape CMTO’s By-law by sharing your feedback before the deadline. The proposed updates relate to the sharing of registration numbers health insurers and the removal of RMT/MT education history from the public register.
💬Share your input by Apr 24: https://bit.ly/40nEgmf
Virtual meeting on a laptop with nine attendees, promoting a the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario's Board meeting scheduled for March 24, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (eastern time).
CMTO's Board will meet on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (ET). The meeting materials and livestream link are available on our website. Observers are welcome to view the meeting through the livestream: https://bit.ly/3TC1voV
Bryan College, thank you for the warm welcome for our Registrar & CEO during our visit! We appreciate the opportunity to speak with your students about the process and requirements for entering the #MassageTherapy profession. Good luck to the students on becoming future RMTs/MTs!
Announcement for the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario for the opening of STRiVE the Quality Assurance Program Part 2: Risk-based Assessment Practice Profile. The last day to submit Practice Profile is March 31.
RMTs/MTs—don't forget to complete your Practice Profile requirements by March 31. Email us at strive@cmto.com if you have any questions about Practice Profile or STRiVE.
Log in to the STRiVE platform to complete your profile today: https://bit.ly/4aP57wy
A group of diverse Massage Therapy students and staff standing with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario's Registrar & CEO, Maureen Boon, for a group photo in a classroom at Centennial College.
Massage Therapy students listening to a presentation by the Registrar & CEO of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario in a classroom at Centennial College.
Thank you to the #MassageTherapy students and staff at Centennial College for a chance to speak about CMTO's registration process and the work we do. We hope you found the information by our Registrar & CEO, Maureen Boon, to be helpful! Good luck, students, on your journey to becoming RMTs/MTs!
College of Massage Therapists of Ontario renewal deadline for Professional Corporation Certificate is March 31, 2026, shown with a Massage Therapist in blue scrubs typing on a laptop.
It's almost time to renew certificate of authorization for professional corporations! If you're an RMT/MT with an established corporation, remember to renew your certificate of authorization by March 31, 2026.
Visit our website for more information: https://bit.ly/4hNzVzU
A Practice Specialist of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario answering calls to assist with questions about Massage Therapy, shown in a modern office setting with contact information.
Have questions about #MassageTherapy? Our Practice Specialist is a safe, judgment‑free resource for patients and RMTs/MTs. Email practicespecialist@cmto.com or call 1‑800‑465‑1933 (press 5). We’re here to help!
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Image for the 2026 STRiVE Practice Profile highlighting this year's select Standards of Practice for Acupuncture, Professional Boundaries, Privacy and Confidentiality, and Collecting Personal Health Information from Clients.
RMTs/MTs—reviewing this year's select Standards of Practice and the accompanying Spotlights will help prepare you to successfully complete your Practice Profile requirements by March 31.
Learn more about this year's Practice Profile: https://bit.ly/4qHNBAc
Illustration of four diverse female Massage Therapists in blue scrubs celebrating International Women's Day with a thank you message from CMTO.
Today is International Women's Day #IWD2026. CMTO thanks all of the women RMTs/MTs whose commitment and dedication to safe and high‑quality #MassageTherapy care help improve the lives of many Ontarians every day. Thank you for all you do.
Image promoting joint town halls hosted by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and the Registered Massage Therapists' Association of Ontario across six Ontario cities from March 19 to May 27.
Have you signed up for the CMTO & RMTAO joint Town Halls yet? We'll be visiting 6 Ontario cities between Mar 19 to May 27. Come to these FREE events to hear from CMTO & RMTAO leadership, ask questions, and connect with peers in the profession.
RSVP today: https://bit.ly/4tjvanK
Massage Therapy students and staff at Fleming College posing for a group photo with College of Massage Therapists of Ontario's Registrar & CEO, Maureen Boon at Fleming College campus.
Fleming College Massage Therapy students and staff listening to a presentation by College of Massage Therapists of Ontario's Registrar & CEO, Maureen Boon in a classroom.
CMTO's Registrar & CEO visited Fleming College this week to speak with their #MassageTherapy students about becoming RMTs/MTs and CMTO's work to protect the public.
Thank you for your engagement. We wish the students good luck on their journey to entering the profession!
Colorful bowls filled with vibrant Holi powders under the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario logo and Happy Holi greeting.
To those celebrating, we wish you a safe, vibrant, and joyful Holi celebration. Happy Holi!
Healthcare professional in blue scrubs holding a tablet with a stethoscope around her neck in a clinical setting. The image is promoting the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario's article on 'Guide to Practising More Than One Profession' in its TouchPoint February 2026 edition.
Many RMTs/MTs work in more than one profession. If you offer other services, it’s important to keep roles clear and maintain strong boundaries to support patient safety. Curious what to watch for? Read our latest TouchPoint article: https://bit.ly/40whbOd
A healthcare professional in blue scrubs typing on a tablet. Text invites feedback for the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario's proposed amendments to its By-law No. 8 'The Register and Registrant Information'.
Provide your thoughts on proposed updates to CMTO's By‑law No. 8! Changes include allowing CMTO to share registration numbers with insurers & the removal of Massage Therapy education details from the public register.
💬Share your feedback by April 24: https://bit.ly/40nEgmf
A healthcare professional holding a clipboard with an overlay announcing that STRiVE Practice Profile is open from March 1 to 31 for RMTs/MTs.
RMTs/MTs—Practice Profile, a part of STRiVE Part 2 Risk-based Assessment is now open!
You will have until March 31, 2026 to complete your Practice Profile requirements through the STRiVE platform. Email us at strive@cmto.com if you have any questions.
Get started today: https://bit.ly/4aP57wy
