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Find an Occupational Therapist (OT)

Use our online tool to find trusted, up-to-date information about occupational therapists in Ontario.

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Annual Renewal

Renew your registration by May 31, 2024.

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Standards of Practice

The updated Standards of Practice are now in effect. Learn more about professional practice expectations and how the College supports occupational therapists in the continued delivery of safe, effective, ethical care.

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Culture, Equity, and Justice in Occupational Therapy Practice

Educating and empowering occupational therapists to develop the knowledge and tools to move towards culturally safer work.

The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) is the regulator of occupational therapists in Ontario

Licensing professionals

To be an occupational therapist in Ontario, you must be registered (licensed) with the College of Occupation Therapists of Ontario.

Learn about requirements for registration.

Setting standards

All occupational therapists must meet and maintain professional standards. The College sets the rules and standards.

Review the standards for safe, effective practice.

Investigating concerns

Occupational therapists are accountable for the services they provide. All clients have the right to safe, ethical, quality care.

Share concerns and learn about the complaints process.

Sharing information

The public register provides information about anyone who is, or was, licensed as an occupational therapist in Ontario.

Check information, learn how to find funding, and more.

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News & Updates

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Upcoming Discipline Hearings

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Key Topics

Concerns and Complaints Learn about the complaints process. Share concerns, report information, or file a complaint.

Public and Practice Help and Support Questions about occupational therapy practice? Talk to our Practice Consultants.

Application and Registration View information about the application and registration processes.

Quality Assurance Learn about the program that keeps occupational therapists current in their practice.

Patient and Client Resources Find information and resources for patients, clients, and caregivers.

About the College Learn who we are and what we do to ensure safe delivery of occupational therapy service.