Janine Framst, Author at Ontario Physiotherapy Association

Ford Government Pushes Community Physiotherapy Clinic Program Into Funding Crisis

The Ontario Physiotherapy Association (OPA) is sounding the alarm as the Community Physiotherapy Clinic (CPC) Program faces a critical funding crisis that will hurt communities across Ontario.

Despite a proven track record of saving healthcare dollars, the program has been pushed to a breaking point due to chronic underfunding over the last 13 years. Current Government funding is currently less than clinics’ costs of delivering the service. Regardless, the government recently notified clinics that there is no increase in patient funding or program capacity for the next two years.

Many CPC clinics are small businesses that cannot sustain such continuing losses and will have to exit the Program. That will leave many communities without access to publicly-funded physiotherapy, after surgery, or injury.

The CPC Program is a vital health service for patients who qualify, mostly seniors, and those who do not have private insurance. With seniors making up over 80% of the program’s patients, the lack of adequate funding puts thousands at risk.

Sarah Hutchison, CEO of the Ontario Physiotherapy Association, stated:

“Despite a commitment to end hallway medicine and increase investments in primary care and home care, it appears that this government undervalues the Community Physiotherapy Program’s role in achieving both objectives. There is no increase in funding for physiotherapy clinics who deliver care and no response to the growth of wait lists and wait times for services. A mere $20 increase in funding over 13 years speaks for itself.”

Reflecting on the government’s position, OPA President Courtney Bean stated:

“The news regarding the government’s lack of support for Community Physiotherapy Clinics (CPCs) is deeply troubling and inconsistent with what Ontario seniors and our health-system partners need in 2026. As our acute care system is under increasing strain, our health system needs better access to rehabilitation and the ability for people to stay independent in their homes and communities. Despite this, access to valuable care by physiotherapists through CPCs is being challenged. This lack of funding will erode access to already strained services for many seniors living in this province.”

The Ontario Physiotherapy Association calls on the Ford government to think again and provide immediate, sustainable funding to ensure that seniors and vulnerable populations living in Ontario are not left behind.

Background

An Undeniable Return on Investment

Investing in this program is one of the most cost-effective ways to support the provincial healthcare budget. The CPC Program currently delivers extraordinary value:

System Savings: Every $1 invested in the CPC Program saves the government $4 in other healthcare costs.

Emergency Prevention: The program prevents 70,000 emergency department visits annually.

Reduced Strain: It reduces hospital admissions, diagnostic imaging costs, surgeries, and specialist consultations.

A single emergency department visit costs $275. The CPC Program’s value is clear, but the government isn’t investing to match it.

The Widening Gap in Care

The disparity between Ontario’s growing population and needed health care funding is stark:

Population Growth: Ontario’s senior population has grown by 940,000 since 2013.

Stagnant Access: In that same period, available CPC referrals have grown by only 17,000.

Underfunding: While operating costs have increased 40%, referral funding has increased only 6%.

On a Dangerous Path

OPA notes that the funding for the CPC Program directly impacts funding for other programs, including the Bundled Care program for hip and knee replacements. If the government underinvests today, it sends a message devaluing access to needed physiotherapy services that support a return to function, and shifts the burden of care to other parts of our health care system.

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OPA Thanks Volunteers

April 19 –25, 2026

This National Volunteer Week, the Ontario Physiotherapy Association wants to take a moment to say thank you.

To every OPA volunteer who has given their time, expertise, and energy to the Association, your contributions matter deeply. You are the reason OPA is able to advocate, evolve, and remain relevant to the members and profession it serves.

What Volunteers Make Possible

OPA volunteers show up in so many ways. Whether you’re guiding the Association’s strategic direction as a member of the Board of Directors, bringing local voices to the provincial stage at the District level, engaging with government and stakeholders on behalf of the profession, or advising staff and leadership on sector-specific issues through a committee, the work you do is invaluable.

You bring more than your professional knowledge to these roles. You bring your perspective, your passion, and your commitment to a profession that improves the lives of patients across Ontario every day. It’s the shared dedication between volunteers, staff, and leadership, that makes OPA’s success possible.

Member volunteers are essential to the work and vision of OPA. They provide their experience, expertise and passion to support and strengthen the Association and the profession.

Members Advancing Physiotherapy Through Community Engagement

OPA volunteers are the living expression of what it means to be part of a member-led association. By dedicating your time to this work, you are not just supporting OPA, you are shaping the future of physiotherapy in Ontario. Your involvement ensures that the profession’s voice is heard, that decisions reflect the realities of practice across every sector and corner of the province, and that the next generation of physiotherapists inherits a stronger profession than the one before.

The impact of your service extends well beyond board tables and committee calls. It is felt in advocacy wins, in the resources available to members, in the professional development opportunities offered, and in the trust that patients and policymakers place in physiotherapy across Ontario.

OPA Volunteers Gain Immeasurably

Volunteering with OPA impacts the lives of the volunteers. They often tell us they have:

Built meaningful connections with colleagues and partners from across the province

Grown as leaders, communicators, and strategic thinkers

Gained insight into the broader health system and the profession’s place within it

Found a deeper sense of purpose and connection to the work of physiotherapy

Inspired to Get Involved?

If you’re an OPA member who has been thinking about getting involved, there is a place for you. Apply to join the Board of Directors, join one of our eight committees or participate locally with our Districts. Learn more about volunteering or reach out to us at physiomail@opa.on.ca with any questions.

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Update on CPC TPA

OPA Meeting with Ministry of Health

OPA met with the Ministry of Health (MoH)on Friday, March 27, 2026.

At this time, OPA has been advised that the TPA for the CPC Program is not ready for distribution. We appreciate that this uncertainty and delay will be frustrating for you recognizing that as we approach April 1, we are not able to share any information about changes in either EOC compensation or volume. 

As you will be aware from our prior communications with you, we have strongly advocated for meaningful increases in both compensation for EOCs and the volume of EOCs that are allocated to the program given the demand for services in the community. 

In discussion with the Ministry they have confirmed the following:

The exact date for the distribution of the next TPA cannot be confirmed and may not occur before April 1.

If you continue to provide services AFTER April 1 and BEFORE you are able to sign a new TPA you will be paid for those services IF YOU SIGN and return the new TPA once it is available. Funds cannot be flowed to you before the TPA is fully executed.

Once you receive the TPA the expectation of return is approximately two weeks. You will have to sign and return the TPA in order to be paid for any services that you provide after April 1, 2026 . The services after April 1, 2026, will be paid at the rate in the new TPA Agreement.

If you sign and return the TPA and later find the terms unacceptable, you can withdraw from the CPC Program. You will then be paid for any services delivered from April 1 until your withdrawal.

We will continue to meet with the CPC Program Team at the Ministry of Health and provide you with any updates as they are available.

Advocating for Greater Sustainability in the CPC Program

About the Community Physiotherapy Clinic (CPC) Program

The CPC Program provides access to vital physiotherapy services throughout Ontario. Launched in 2013, the CPC Program has provided almost 10 million treatments. It successfully complements diverse primary care, home care, integration, and care-continuity government priorities.

Certain criteria apply for those who can seek treatment at a CPC. This includes seniors (65 and over), youth (under 19), people who have had an overnight hospital stay, or an outpatient/day surgery procedure and recipients of ODSP.

The CPC Program runs out of both hospital and community clinics across Ontario. Providers hold a Transfer Payment Agreement (TPA) with the Ministry of Health (MoH). The TPA is expected to be renewed in April 2026.

Program providers are allocated a certain number of Episodes of Care (EOCs) each year. The current EOC payment amount is $334.38

CPC Working Group Launched

OPA struck a CPC Working Group in 2025 to help prepare for the forthcoming Transfer Payment Agreement (TPA) renewal in April 2026. The TPA is a binding contract between the Ministry of Health and an external recipient such as a license holder of a Community Physiotherapy Clinic to fund public services. The TPA determines the conditions under which providers are compensated by the Government of Ontario.

What Are the Issues

Over successive consultations, OPA members have raised concerns about the CPC Program and its sustainability. Program participants, especially those based in the community, speak to growing challenges in the Program’s delivery and broader misunderstandings among system stakeholders.

Challenges include low compensation, too few EOCs to meet population needs, lack of transparency about the program’s allocation of EOCs and misunderstanding of the program’s goals among stakeholders.

CPC Program Users and EOCs

Seniors are the most frequent users of the Community Physiotherapy Clinic program. More than 80% of EOCs are utilized by individuals 65 and older.

Investments in EOCs, which promote early upstream access to care in the community, mean a decreased need for much more expensive institutional care. OPA is advocating for an increase in the number of EOCs to effectively address the growing health needs of seniors in Ontario. See the chart below.

year	senior population	eoc volume
2013	~ 2,000,000	125,000
2025	~ 2,940,000 + 940,000 (+ 47 %)	142,000 + *17,000 (~ +14%)*
2028	~ 3,600,000 + 1,600,000 (+80%) (2013) + 660,000 (+23%) (2025)	Proposed: 195,000 70,000 (+56% – 2013) 53,000 (+37% – 2025)

CPC Survey Results

OPA launched a survey in November 2025 directed to CPC Program TPA holders. The survey highlights four themes that emerged from the respondents:

EOC Compensation

EOC Volume

CPC Program allocation and service transparency

CPC Program awareness among system stakeholders

Recommendations to the Ministry of Health (MoH)

OPA completed additional research which supported survey respondents’ concerns and interests. Survey results were discussed with the MoH in December 2025. In January 2026, a meeting summary was sent to the MoH with the following recommendations: 

EOC Payment: Increasing the rate from $334.38 to a range between $487.50 to $617.50 based on an average of 6.5 treatment sessions per EOC.

EOC Volume: Increasing the total volume of EOCs to 195,000 per year from 142,000 per year.

Improving CPC Program Activity Communication: Developing a report on EOC allocation and utilization, diagnostic codes, and Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROM) data.

Improving CPC Program Awareness among Stakeholders: Co-developing a visual aide for system stakeholders to clarify the CPC Program’s purpose, use, and criteria.

Among these four recommendations, EOC payment increases are the most critical part of the TPA. Increasing EOC volume alone requires clinics to provide more units of care that must be subsidized by other programs, such as WSIB or private insurance.

Recent Meeting with the MoH

OPA met with the MoH and CPC survey respondents on February 11, 2026, to share survey results and explore concerns raised by CPC providers. The MoH appreciated the program feedback and survey results and has committed to providing bi-weekly feedback with the proposals OPA made.

What’s Next

OPA will continue to communicate with CPC Program providers and advocate with the Ministry of Health prior to the TPA renewal in April 2026.

Brian Pearce: Optimizing Impact in Primary Care

Physiotherapist Brian Pearce in a primary care team setting

Brian Pearce is a Registered Physiotherapist at Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre in downtown Toronto. With 11 years of experience as a physiotherapist, Brian has worked in private outpatient orthopedics and hospital settings, with the most recent seven years spent working in primary care.

Team-Based Care and Scope Optimization

Brian’s move into primary care was motivated by a desire to practice within a more integrated model of care. In private practice settings, he notes, physiotherapists often work with limited clinical information about the patient. Working within a primary care team enables shared access to medical records, including medical histories, medication lists, diagnostic imaging and laboratory reports, and hospital and specialist consult notes. All of these medical reports help to inform assessment, diagnosis and management.

“You’re not privy to a lot of information when you see a patient in private practice,” Brian explains. “It’s really interesting to have the opportunity to work within a primary care team where you have all this information at your disposal.”

This access promotes real collaboration within the team and enables a broader role for physiotherapists who contribute to comprehensive care planning and management of patients.

Brian says that working in the same location as other primary care providers has allowed him to develop a strong sense of trust with his team members. “A lot of times it’s just having those informal water cooler conversations about a patient that we’re co-managing. Often it’s through those informal discussions that other providers really understand your thought processes and competencies as a clinician.

Those conversations have led to the creation of a medical directive for Brian to order x-rays and ultrasounds which has been in place for three years. Brian’s physician colleagues would like to see an even broader scope of practice for physiotherapy, including joint injections. Brian notes that having medical directives in place promotes all around efficiency – for both the patient and providers.

Musculoskeletal Care and First Contact

Brian indicates that most of the care he provides is orthopedics, however, he identifies the common overlap with chronic disease management. He identifies, for example, the connection between metabolic diseases including obesity, dyslipidemia, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and osteoarthritis and tendinopathy. In his role he works to support the client holistically.

When a client accesses physiotherapy directly (ie. a first contact role), Brian observes that patients don’t see their family physician or nurse practitioner as often for that condition. He notes about his physician colleagues: “A lot of times in one visit they’re dealing with five or more different problems that their patients are coming in for. They have a chronic COPD exacerbation and then they’re talking about their diabetes and then somewhere during their visit they bring up their back pain and knee pain or maybe they’ve got polyarthritis in their hands. So, if I’m able to take on a more central role in managing our client’s MSK concerns, I’m pleased to help take that burden off the shoulders of our GP and NP colleagues.”

Brian has expanded his role in primary care even further by completing his training with the Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Arthritis Care (ACPAC) program. The ACPAC program provides post-licensure training for health care professionals to independently assess, diagnose, triage, and manage rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. Brian tells the story of a patient who he suspected had rheumatoid arthritis. “Through the training I received with the ACPAC program we were able to order the appropriate blood work and diagnostic imaging studies which indicated that inflammatory arthritis was high on the list of differential diagnoses. As a result, this client was seen by the Rheumatology team at St. Michael’s Hospital within 3 weeks where he was formally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.

Care Across the Lifespan

Primary care is fundamentally oriented toward continuity says Brian “I think of what primary care is, and its longitudinal care over the lifespan,” he says. Patients may be followed for extended periods, particularly those managing chronic pain, functional decline, or complex health conditions which provides a unique opportunity for patient support.

This long-term focus helps redefine expectations around physiotherapy outcomes. “Any real physical change someone would demonstrate through exercise or other interventions…you’re going to appreciate that more over a longer time frame,” Brian notes. He explains that for chronic disease management, a consultative model, with check ins every 2 to 3 months, can be helpful for longer term support.

Physiotherapy Service Model

Brian reports that he typically sees 7 to 10 patients in a day, depending on the number of assessments and follow ups in a day. Although there is no set number of sessions per patient, Brian must balance the demand for service. He accomplishes this by focusing on active rehabilitation strategies, with a strong focus on patient education and self-management. This model allows for the right amount of care to be provided according to the presenting problem. Some patients require more, some less, but on average patients are seen for 4 to 5 physiotherapy sessions in Toronto area Community Health Centres. For Brian, impact is measured by whether physiotherapy supports his patients in managing their health more effectively over time.

The Time is Now

The Ontario government is currently making significant investments in expanding team-based primary care through the Primary Care Action Team. Brian’s work illustrates how physiotherapists are essential to promote access to effective and efficient primary care for the management of musculoskeletal conditions. Full implementation of physiotherapy scope will only contribute to improved patient access, faster diagnosis and improved health outcomes.

For more information about physiotherapy in primary care, please see:

Physiotherapists in Primary Care Teams: Optimizing Attachment, Access & Outcomes

Are You our Next Member Spotlight?

Do you want to be featured? Are you in an innovative role? Spoken about physiotherapy in a podcast or the news? Published an article? Or represented the physiotherapy profession through advocacy?

We want to celebrate you as a physiotherapist, PT or PTA student or PTA!

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OPA 2026 Vision: The Future of Physiotherapy in Ontario

As we move into 2026, we share an extraordinary degree of optimism for the physiotherapy profession. We believe it will be recognized and valued even more for the impact we have on function, health, and well-being.

Physiotherapy helps people across their lifespan, wherever they access health care in the system.

Our mission at OPA is clear. We are here to Support our members through advocacy, professional development, and career support. We Influence and shape decisions that affect the profession. We Empower our members to provide the utmost in safe and high-quality care to all people and communities we serve.  

As your provincial professional association, we recognize both the honour and the importance of representing your voice. Working with the Ontario government and key decision-makers, we represent you on the issues that matter most to you. Our focus is on the policies, funding decisions, and structures that affect your work every day and your patients.

As we head into the New Year, we are set on achieving progress in the following areas:

A Thriving Workforce and Practice Settings
Our priorities include:

Continuing our efforts to advance scope implementation

Supporting the development and appropriate funding of physiotherapists in first contact primary care roles

Advancing the Community Physiotherapy Clinic program in 2026 with a focus on program awareness, expansion and appropriate compensation

Refining our 2026 OPA Fee Guideline with sector-specific information

Working with FRSA (Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario) and the Ministry of Finance to make long-overdue compensation changes

Health System Transformation

We are supporting physiotherapists and their teams by:

Promoting interprofessional team-based care

Advancing physiotherapists’ participation in health system transformation with a focus on Home and Community Care and Long-Term Care

Making it easier to deliver informed patient care by gaining access to provincial digital assets (Diagnostic Imaging Repository, OLIS – Ontario Laboratories Information Systems)

Our Membership

We are most successful with your involvement and partnership. This is why OPA listens to and engages students, new graduates, PTAs, and physiotherapists throughout their careers. Our volunteers on committees, district executives and our Board of Directors make sure our work is relevant and positively impactful. We couldn’t do this without you.

Transparent and Inclusive

The processes and supports we develop matter. We continue to make them more accessible, inclusive, and transparent. We celebrate our wins, share progress with our members regularly and invite you to participate at any time.

As we move into 2026 and our bold initiatives, reflecting on the successes of 2025 provides us with confidence and a roadmap for moving forward. Thank you for your support and confidence in us – together, we can accomplish so much more!

Sincerely,

Sarah Hutchison, CEO & Courtney Bean, President

Courtney Bean, OPA President’s Message -National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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. Check out resources below mentioned in the video.

Access Resources

More Resources

Interactive

Track progress on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (CBC)

Learn about whose land you live on at Native-land.ca

Listen

Stolen: Surviving St. Michaelʼs

Kuper Island

Telling Our Twisted Histories

Watch

nîpawistamâsowin: We Will Stand Up

CBC’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Collection (movies, specials and documentaries)

Read

Toronto Public Library’s Reading for Reconciliation list (link includes a list of in-person events at the library including film screenings, bead pin making and more)

Calgary Public Library’s Indigenous Reading List: Truth and Reconciliation

Experience

Destination Indigenous A hub for Indigenous tourism – look for an event near you

Navigating Exam & Registration Changes: Your Complete Guide

For students, new graduates, and internationally educated clinicians who want to practice in Ontario

Overview

Congratulations to all outgoing physiotherapy students, recent graduates, and new-to-practice clinicians! This is an exciting milestone in your journey, and we recognize that it can also be a time filled with questions and uncertainty, especially with the recent changes to the examination and registration process in Ontario.

This guide will help you navigate the transition based on your specific situation.

If You’ve Written and Passed the PCE

Contact the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO) for your registration questions.
You are eligible to complete either the OCE or the new Canadian Physiotherapy Examination (CPTE).
If you choose to complete the OCE, you must apply for provisional practice class and the OCE at the same time (this is a requirement, and you cannot apply for one without the other).

Next Steps for graduates who are choosing to complete the OCE

Contact CPO immediately to secure your exam spot (please note that you cannot register for this examination until you have completed your PT program).
Prepare application materials for both provisional practice and OCE.
Review exam preparation resources.

Next Steps for those who have passed the PCE but have not yet completed their PT Program

Try to avoid stressing about securing an OCE slot. You cannot book this examination until you have completed your PT program.

Next Steps for graduates who are choosing to complete the CPTE

Contact the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators (CAPR) with your questions.
Submit your examination application for your preferred examination date.

If You Have NOT written (and will not be completing) the PCE

You are not eligible to complete the OCE. You will be required to complete the new Canadian Physiotherapy Examination (CPTE).
Contact the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators (CAPR) for information about how to apply.
The first CPTE is expected to take place in early 2026, with several additional dates.

Next Steps:

Visit CAPR’s website for the most current information.
Stay connected with your program advisors for guidance.

If You Passed the PCE Within the Last 5 Years (But Haven’t Been Practicing)

This situation may apply if you:

Were working in another field
Took time off from physiotherapy, during which time you did not hold a license
Were living outside of Canada
Completed your education but didn’t immediately enter practice

What you need to do:

Connect with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO) to explore your registration options.
Determine whether the OCE or CPTE is the right next step for your situation.
Review any additional requirements that may apply to returning practitioners.
Understand timelines and deadlines specific to your circumstances.

Contact the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

Important Resources

Key Organizations

College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO) – Regulatory body, registration requirements
Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators (CAPR) – CPTE examination information
Ontario Physiotherapy Association (OPA) – Professional support, advocacy, networking

What OPA Provides

Updates on regulatory changes affecting your career
Professional development and networking opportunities
Advocacy for the profession at policy levels
Career support and job posting access
Professional liability insurance through membership

Stay Updated

Visit CPO or OPA websites for the latest information
Follow CPO or OPA communications for regulatory updates
Connect with fellow students and new graduates
Maintain contact with your educational program advisors

OPA resources for students & new to practice

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: I’m confused about which exam I need to take. Who should I contact?
A: Contact the CPO directly. They can assess your specific situation and provide definitive guidance on which examination pathway applies to you.

Q: Can I practice while waiting for exam results?
A: This depends on your registration status. Speak with CPO about provisional practice opportunities and requirements.

Q: How long do I have to complete these requirements after graduation?
A: Timelines vary by situation. Contact CPO immediately after graduation to understand your specific deadlines.

Q: What if I’m planning to practice outside Ontario?
A: Each province has different requirements. If you plan to practice elsewhere, contact that province’s regulatory college directly.

Q: How does OPA membership help with this transition?
A: OPA provides ongoing updates about regulatory changes, professional support during your transition, networking opportunities, and advocacy to ensure these processes serve new graduates effectively.

Need More Help?

Regulatory Questions: Contact the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO)
Exam Information: Contact Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators (CAPR)
Professional Support: Contact Ontario Physiotherapy Association (OPA)

Remember: This process can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. OPA is here to support you as you launch your career, and we’re advocating for processes that serve new graduates effectively.

This guide is current as of September 1, 2025. Regulatory requirements may change. Always verify information directly with the relevant regulatory bodies.

Annual Fee Guideline Review: We Want Your Input!

Nearly one year has passed since OPA published the 2024 Physiotherapy Fee Guideline, and we’re continuing our commitment to annual reviews that keep pace with the evolving private practice landscape.

Supporting Your Practice Success

The Annual Fee Guideline Review ensures that physiotherapists have access to current, relevant fee guidance. This review process examines market trends, practice realities, and member needs, to deliver a tool that serves our profession.

This resource is designed for all physiotherapists, with particular focus on those in private practice who face daily decisions about fee structures while striving to deliver exceptional patient care and maintain sustainable businesses.

Addressing Real Practice Challenges

We know you’re navigating an increasingly complex practice environment. Economic pressures, changing patient expectations, insurance considerations, and evolving service delivery models all impact how you structure your fees. Without current guidance, it becomes challenging to make confident decisions that balance patient accessibility with practice sustainability.

The private practice landscape doesn’t stand still, and neither should the resources that support your success.

How Your Input Drives Meaningful Updates

Our annual review process is built on member engagement. We’re seeking your insights through a survey that explores your current fees, fee models, and experiences using the Fee Guideline as an advocacy tool in your practice.

This data collection allows us to continue to evolve and modify the Guideline with your real-world experience as the foundation.

The Value You Receive

By participating in this annual review, you gain:

Evidence-based fee guidance that reflects current market conditions

A powerful advocacy tool to support conversations with patients, insurance providers, and other stakeholders

Professional confidence in your fee decisions, backed by peer input

Practice sustainability support that helps balance patient care with business viability

Community connection through shared insights and collective professional growth

Your Participation Matters

The survey takes just minutes to complete but provides invaluable insights that strengthen our entire profession. Your responses help us understand emerging trends, identify challenges, and ensure the Fee Guideline remains practically relevant for diverse practice settings across Ontario.

By participating, you are actively contributing to a resource that supports thousands of physiotherapists in delivering quality care while maintaining sustainable practices.

Looking Forward

Stay tuned for updates this fall as we compile insights, analyze trends, and prepare the updated guideline. This collaborative approach ensures the Fee Guideline continues evolving as a relevant, practical tool that serves our growing professional community.

Supporting Your Professional Journey

This annual review exemplifies why OPA exists: to provide physiotherapists with the tools, resources, and support needed to thrive in all practice settings. Whether you’re establishing fees for a new service, advocating with insurance providers, or simply ensuring your practice remains sustainable, the Fee Guideline serves as your professional foundation.

Ready to contribute? Complete the survey today and help shape the resource that supports our profession’s future.

InterACTION in 2026 and CPA Congress Call for Submissions

The Canadian Physiotherapy Association has opened the Call for Presentations for abstracts to be considered for Congress 2026, hosted in Halifax, Nova Scotia from May 28-30, 2026. The Call for Presentations is open from July 2 until October 9, 2025.

For 2026, OPA has decided to promote participation by Ontario members to both submit proposals for Congress and attend in Halifax in May. By facilitating attendance in alternating years at Congress and OPA’s InterACTION, there is an opportunity to create events with robust discussions from members of the physiotherapy community across the country.

This decision will also enable OPA to imagine and host different types of events in 2026. Stay tuned for details about these innovative offerings throughout 2026. We will be planning to offer our next InterACTION Conference in 2027.

Congress 2026 Submission Requirements

Submissions for CPA Congress 2026 must:

Apply to one of the 18 themes or practice areas identified in the call

Be evidence-informed and directly related to physiotherapy practice

Showcase best practices and innovation

Prioritize engagement and practical application

Congress is an excellent opportunity for Ontario physiotherapists to share their expertise, research, and innovative practices with colleagues from across Canada while contributing to the advancement of the profession nationally.

OPA encourages members to submitting proposals that highlight the outstanding work being done by physiotherapists across Ontario. Your participation helps ensure that Ontario’s voice and expertise are well-represented at this national gathering.

For full details and a submission guide, please visit CPA’s Call for Presentations.

Submission Deadline: October 9, 2025