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Q&As
Including Forms and Other Documents in the Record
Question: Should forms or other documents (for example, standardized assessment forms, funding applications or vendor quotes) be included in the clinical record? Answer: As outlined in the College’s…
Practice Tools
Conflicts of Interest in Practice: Not Always Obvious, Always Important
Spotlight on Practice
Spotlight on Practice: Unwritten Standards
All regulated health professionals follow standards of practice. The Competencies for Occupational Therapists in Canada guide the practice of occupational therapists in Ontario and elsewhere in Canada. The…
Practice Guidance
Guidance: Medical Assistance in Dying, 2025
Insights from Investigations
Insights to Support Your Practice
The College analyzes data about cases and uses it to highlight trends and provide insights to registrants that may be helpful in their practice. We looked at the…
Practice Guidance
College Response to the Coroner’s Report: Death Related to Wheelchair Lap Belt, 2025
Resource
Risk Ready: Protecting Clients & Your Practice
eLearning Modules
2025 National eLearning Module: Advancing Culture, Equity and Justice in Occupational Therapy Practice
This module is developed by occupational therapists for occupational therapists. We invite you to learn alongside one another as we explore cultural humility and equity in occupational therapy…
Case Studies
Learnings From a Complaint About Equipment Funding
(Disclaimer: this is a hypothetical case scenario; outcomes will differ from case to case.) Ashwin is an occupational therapist working in the community. He is working with Estelle,…
Insights from Investigations
Pause Before You Post Client Photos
Occupational therapists in private practice have the added responsibility of managing their business practice. When promoting their practice, occupational therapists should be mindful about how and what they…
Practice Tools
Am I a Health Information Custodian or Agent?
Q&As
Why Should I Consider Taking an Occupational Therapy Student?
Question: Why should I consider taking an occupational therapy student? Answer: You are investing in the future of occupational therapy. Occupational therapists play a vital role in shaping…
Spotlight on Practice
Spotlight on Practice: Types of Consent
Occupational therapists are required to obtain two types of consent for occupational therapy services, including assessment, treatment and consultation. This resource provides a quick review of knowledgeable and…
Practice Guidance
Seasonal Respiratory Pathogen Guide
Insights from Investigations
Data from December 2024-May 2025
From December 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025, the ICRC made decisions on a total of 11 investigations – eight on complaint investigations and three on Registrar’s Investigations….
Videos
Questions About Occupational Therapy? Contact the Practice Resource Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mszTqIkVZ5A Have a question about occupational therapy practice? Whether you're a registrant, employer or member of the public, the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario’s Practice Resource Service…
Practice Guidance
Culture, Equity, and Justice in Occupational Therapy Practice
Practice Tools
Quick Reference: Use of Title—What you must, must not, and may do
Use of Title: What you must, must not, and may do Title protection is one way to help the public identify occupational therapists (OTs) who are registered (licensed)and…
Q&As
Record Keeping Considerations for Employers
Occupational therapists are responsible for keeping detailed records about their clients' care. These records are legal documents and are very important for ensuring clients receive safe, ethical, and…
Q&As
Delegation of Controlled Acts
Question: Are occupational therapists permitted to delegate any controlled acts to others? Answer: No, occupational therapists are not permitted to delegate controlled acts to others. There are 14…
Forms
Professional Appointee Application Form
Forms
Request for a Letter of Professional Standing
Forms
Labour Mobility Support Agreement (LMSA) Confirmation Form
Forms
Request for Deferral: Examination
Forms
Speaker Request Form
Forms
Candidate Eligibility & Consent Form
Forms
Initial Application: Certificate of Authorization for a Health Professional Corporation
Forms
Application for Renewal: Certificate of Authorization for a Health Professional Corporation
Forms
Supervision Acknowledgement Form For Temporary Registration
Forms
Provisional Registration Supervision Agreement
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