Scope of Practice Expansion Announcement

We are pleased to share that today the Government of Ontario announced proposed changes to expand scope of practice for physiotherapists.

For physiotherapists, proposed scope expansion enables ordering of diagnostic imaging further enabling our ability to diagnose. OPA has long advocated for these changes so that people in Ontario have timely access to care. We are pleased to see this progress and OPA is committed to continue to advocate to take scope expansion across the finish line.

The government has recognized that scope expansion provides more timely access to care for people when they need it most. Supporting and enabling physiotherapists to work to the full extent of their training and expertise will further contribute to the optimal use of Ontario’s health human resources. The regulation changes for physiotherapists are straightforward and within the Ministry’s authority under current legislation, and we look forward to working with the Government to complete this important work this fall.

Sarah Hutchison
Chief Executive Officer
Ontario Physiotherapy Association

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September 17, 2025

We are pleased to share that today the Government of Ontario announced proposed changes to expand scope of practice for physiotherapists.

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