Compensation Reports
OPA regularly publishes compensation reports based on data collected from physiotherapists practicing in Ontario. The purpose is to support evidence-informed discussions about compensation, reimbursement, and workforce sustainability across the health system.
Methodology
The 2026 Compensation Reports are based on survey data collected directly by OPA between January 5 and January 31, 2026.
To ensure representation of data across various settings, 6 sector specific surveys were utilized: Private Practice, Hospital, Home Care, Long Term Care, Primary Care and Research/Academia.
A total of 1,258 physiotherapists participated, representing:
- Approximately 22% of OPA membership
- Approximately 10% of all physiotherapists in Ontario
What’s New in 2026
The 2026 reports build on previous work and focus on key areas of interest to the profession:
- Updated hourly rates and annual salaries across sectors
- Perceived fairness of compensation within each sector
- Estimated increases needed for compensation to be considered adequate
For private practice and home care, the reports also differentiate between compensation received by physiotherapists and the fees set by their clinics/organizations. Rates for 20, 30, 45, and 60-minute appointments were collected for these two sectors.
Using the Reports
These reports are intended to:
- Provide insight into current compensation trends
- Support discussions with employers, funders, and insurers
- Inform OPA advocacy efforts related market-rate compensation
The reports are not intended to prescribe or set compensation levels. Individual compensation will vary based on role, experience, setting, and local market conditions.
Members: Login to access the Compensation Reports.
Ontario Physiotherapy Market Fee Report (formerly Market Fee Guideline)
The 2026 Ontario Physiotherapy Market Fee Report is based on survey data collected between January 5 and January 31, 2026. This report includes time-based fees based on our initial 2024 data, and several new data points including visit-based fees. The report does not recommend or set fees for physiotherapy services. Instead, it provides data and analysis on compensation and reimbursement across different practice settings in Ontario.
The report is a resource that supports fair, transparent, and equitable compensation for physiotherapists across the province. By presenting current information on compensation and market trends, it helps inform conversations between the profession and key health system partners.
How OPA Uses the Physiotherapy Market Fee Report
OPA will use the findings of the report to support discussions with stakeholders including funders, policymakers, and private insurers. The report provides evidence to support market-rate reimbursement for physiotherapy services across publicly funded and regulated programs, including:
- Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) services
- Motor vehicle accident (MVA) insurance programs
- Bundled Care Fundning
- The Community Physiotherapy Clinic Program (CPC)
- Private insurance reimbursement programs
The insights from the report support OPA’s ongoing advocacy to ensure that reimbursement models better reflect:
- The cost of delivering physiotherapy care
- The value of physiotherapy services within the health system
- The evolving role of physiotherapists in Ontario
OPA will continue to update compensation and fee reporting on a regular basis to reflect changes in market trends, cost of living, and developments across Ontario’s healthcare system.
answers to your questions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The report showcases market trends across the profession and supports fair, transparent, and evidence-informed discussions with funders, policymakers, insurers, and other stakeholders on reimbursement levels.
No, the report does not recommend, set, or endorse specific fees. Physiotherapists are responsible for determining their own fees based on expertise, practice model, operating costs, and local market conditions.
There are two types of fees highlighted in the report: time-based fees and per-visit fees. The time-based fees are based on 2024 data collected in a survey of physiotherapists across Ontario, and the per-visit fees are based on data collected in 2026.
Yes. The report reflects commonly reported rates but is not exclusive or binding.
Physiotherapists can use the report as a reference to understand compensation trends and market conditions in Ontario. It may also support conversations between physiotherapists and employers, as well as with and funders, insurers, and other partners about reimbursement and coverage rages. Physiotherapists who are hiring staff may also use this document to understand market rates in Ontario.
Questions related to the fee guideline or the FAQs can be directed to Aleksandra Nikolovski, PT, Project Manager, Practice and Policy at anikolovski@opa.on.ca. Note: This is a living document, and the FAQs will be updated on an ongoing basis.
Ontario Physiotherapy Association. Ontario Physiotherapy Compensation and Fee Report: 2026. Ontario Physiotherapy Association, April 9, 2026. https://www.opa.on.ca/resource/ontario-physiotherapy-market-fee-report/
OPA’s Auto Insurance Toolkit: Physiotherapy Quick Guide
A Resource Exclusively for OPA Members
This guide is designed to simplify the complexity of motor vehicle accident (MVA) care and billing in Ontario. Whether you’re new to the system or looking to streamline your workflow, this resource provides practical, clinic-ready guidance for navigating SABS, HCAI, and OCF processes.
As part of OPA’s commitment to supporting physiotherapists in the auto sector, members also have access to MVA/HCAI consulting support for case-specific questions, billing challenges, and workflow optimization.
As an OPA member, you have access to:
- Individualized one-on-one consulting support. Members can send questions about case-specific billing questions, OCF form guidance (OCF-18, OCF-23, etc.), denied or delayed payment troubleshooting, or workflow optimization for clinics. Login to access this support.
- Simplified MVA/HCAI resources (like this guide)
- Up-to-date regulatory and billing changes
- Practical coding and documentation guidance
Members: Login to access the following information:
- Understanding the System
- Core Workflow
- Forms Overview
- Billing and Extended Health Benefits
- Coding
- GAP Codes and Units
- The Easiest Coding Approach for an OCF-18
- Virtual Care Codes
- Providers
- Common Mistakes
- Summary of Resources
Partner with PaRx: A Prescription for Nature
September 4, 2025
OPA recently partnered with PaRx, an initiative of the BC Parks Foundation, driven by health-care professionals who want to improve their patients’ health by connecting them to nature. Featuring practical resources like quick tips and patient handouts, PaRx’s goal is to make prescribing time in nature simple, fun and effective.
OPA welcomes our members across Ontario to become partners with PaRx, access their resources, and encourage clients to spend more time in nature.
Register for PaRx to learn more about the health benefits of nature, access exclusive resources, and join the national nature-health movement.
5 Reasons To Prescribe Nature with PaRx
1. It’s easy and effective. Health-care providers are always looking for simple, practical interventions they can make to improve their patients’ lives. The beauty of PaRx is that almost anyone can increase the time they spend in nature, no matter what their physical abilities are or where they live.
A growing body of research suggests that spending time in nature has a wide range of positive effects on human health. From reduced chronic disease to improved birth outcomes—over and above the benefits of exercise. Learn more about the health benefits of nature here.
2. Writing it down works better. Studies suggest that written prescriptions are better received than oral advice in motivating patients to make a change.
3. Patients trust their health-care providers. Surveys reveal that health-care providers consistently rank among the most trusted professionals in the country.
4. Prescribing nature is good for the earth. Research shows that people who are more connected to nature do more to protect it. So not only are you improving your patients’ health, but you’re also doing your part for the planet.
5. We’re reducing barriers for your patients. To ensure that everyone in Canada has ready access to the health benefits of nature, PaRx is collaborating with outdoor organizations like Parks Canada to provide free or discounted access to green and blue spaces for patients in most need.
A Chat with the College: Fostering Connections, New National Standards and Making Progress with EDI
Speakers: Nitin Madhvani, CPO President, Craig Roxborough, Registrar and CEO, and Mary-Catherine Fraser Saxena, PT and Practice Advisor
Thank you to all who joined the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario for an OPA pre-conference webinar.
Speakers:
- Nitin Madhvani, CPO President
- Craig Roxborough, Registrar and CEO
- Mary-Catherine Fraser Saxena, PT and Practice Advisor
“The interests of the public and the interests of the profession are almost always aligned. We are all working toward a common goal – to provide safe and effective care to Ontarians.”– Nitin Madhvani, President of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO) shared those words during March 5’s Chat with the College.
He was joined by Craig Roxborough, CEO & Registrar, Mary Catherine Fraser-Saxena, Practice Advisor, OPA staff, and many physiotherapists. The CPO shared their approach to “right-touch” regulation, their strategic plan, and engagement with equity and inclusion.
We heard about the role of the Practice Advisors, the purpose of Practice Standards and the work CPO is doing to incorporate the national standards into practice in Ontario.
The collaborative chat was a great exchange!
Physiotherapists & Kinesiologists Education & Scope Comparison
August 8, 2023
The Ministry of Health’s Health Force Ontario recommended that providing clarity on roles and responsibilities, including scopes of practice and competencies, is important to building a strong foundation for interprofessional care.
OPA has developed a resource to help with that clarity for physiotherapists and kinesiologists. The resource aims to increase understanding of these two regulated professions in the physical rehabilitation sector in Ontario, with key differences in scope of practice, core educational requirements and complexity of conditions they assess, treat and manage.
We extend thanks to those who reviewed the document and provided input including physiotherapy academic leaders, the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario, the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and the Ontario Kinesiology Association.
Physiotherapy Research at Your Fingertips
College of Physiotherapists of Ontario Evidence-Informed Practice Standard
Physiotherapists are expected to integrate the best available research evidence with their clinical expertise and patients’ values to guide assessment and treatment decisions. This approach ensures that physiotherapy care is grounded in scientifically credible information, supports optimal patient outcomes, and includes clear communication about the evidence behind any conventional, emerging, or complementary therapies offered.
Physiotherapy Canada Journal
Physiotherapy Canada publishes the results of qualitative and quantitative research including systematic reviews, meta-analyses, meta syntheses, public/health policy research, clinical practice guidelines, and case reports. PTC is available in print and online. Login to CPA gain full access.
OrthoEvidence
The Canadian Physiotherapy Association has partnered with OrthoEvidence™ to provide members with free unrestricted access to OrthoEvidence™
Rehabilitation Measures Database
General Sources for Evidence/Research
Long COVID Recovery Resources
Evidence based resources and tools on the experiences of people with long term symptoms, assessment and treatment considerations for rehab professionals
Mental Health Supports
The following resources were curated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Access them today to get more support for your mental health.
The Ontario government mental health support.
CMAH and the University of Toronto developed a weekly program called ECHO Coping with COVID. Designed for health care professionals, it is a space for them to connect virtually and gain new skills, knowledge, and confidence in caring for themselves and their clients during COVID-19. Access over 100 resources and presentations.
Bounce Back Ontario has designed 10 tips focused on how to reduce anxiety, stress, and worry related to COVID-19.
Breaking Free online offers free access to addiction and substance use programs to help alleviate pressure on services and provide support to clients who can no longer access interventions. Access the program.
IG Vital Health Psychotherapy Clinic offers free mental health support in the form of therapy for newcomers to Canada and refugees.
Crisis Services Canada is a 24/7 national network of distress, crisis and suicide prevention line services. This service is available across Canada via toll-free phone, or text in English.
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline. Call or text 9-8-8.
The Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) provides support to caregivers.
If none of the options above work for you call 211 to find mental health support across Ontario.