September 30, 2024
Today we recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. On September 30 we honour and remember the Indigenous children who never returned home, survivors of residential schools, and their families and communities.
Watch Courtney Bean, OPA’s President speak about this day, its history and significance to all of us.
May 27, 2025
On May 27, OPA’s CEO, Sarah Hutchison, presented to the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs on Bill 2, Protect Ontario Through Free Trade Within Canada Act, 2025 which amends various acts.
While OPA supports labour mobility and the intent of Bill 2, we noted that outstanding regulations for Scope of Practice must be implemented to ensure that Ontario is harmonized to advances in other provinces. This will reduce barriers and enhance labour mobility and create a practice environment that will attract and retain physiotherapists in Ontario.
Saturday, October 4, 2025, in Timmins
Physio North is a conference hosted by the Northern Ontario District of OPA every other year. This year we are excited to host the event in Timmins, Ontario.
The theme is “Caring for Oneself”, emphasizing the need to take care of ourselves to take care of our patients.
The event will occur at the stunning Cedar Meadows Resort in Timmins during early fall, at the peak of the fall leave colour change. The daylong event will feature many speakers, our AGM, with some meals being provided as part of the registration fee. There is a discount available for the hotel as well, which will be provided upon registration for the event.
Pre-Conference Course: Mulligan Masterclass
Friday, October 3, 2025
Instructor: Jack Miller
We are excited to welcome Jack Miller, who was raised in Timmins. Jack will be hosting a one-day Mulligan Masterclass. Registration is capped at 22 so stay tuned for more details.
We look forward to welcoming you to Timmins the fall!
February 22, 2024
This February, OPA recognizes Black History Month. We celebrate Black physiotherapists, physiotherapy residents, students and physiotherapist assistants and the contributions they have made and continue to make in advancing the profession and excellence in our healthcare system.
OPA celebrates Black leaders in the healthcare system, which includes those working in the Black Healthcare Professionals Network to support career advancement of Black professionals. OPA supports and learns from the work of the BHPN. Find out more about their work at the Black Healthcare Professionals Network website.
At InterACTION 2024, OPA will welcome The Black Physiotherapy Association (BPTA) to our networking session. The BPTA’s mission is to enrich the health and wellness of Black physiotherapists and the communities they serve through fellowship, education, mentoring, and advocacy. We encourage attendees to engage with The Black Physiotherapy Association to learn more and discuss how everyone can work together to facilitate health equity, representation, and justice in healthcare, research, education, and leadership.
The Government of Canada also provides resources, information and toolkits for Black History Month. Find them on their Government of Canada website throughout the month of February.
OPA continues to seek out opportunities to grow in promoting equity, diversity and inclusion through activities including education and advocacy on issues that Black, Indigenous, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ persons face in the profession and healthcare system.
