ADVOCACY
IN ACTION
Let’s make occupational therapy accessible to all Canadians, in every community.
CAOT is your partner in advancing the profession by advocating nationally for the impact OTs and OTAs deliver every day. Through policy and system-level influence, we work to ensure occupational therapy is recognized, integrated, and funded across Canada’s healthcare and social settings, improving access and outcomes for Canadians.
If you would like to become more involved in occupational therapy advocacy and influencing, please email: advocacy@caot.ca
Participate in Advocacy
Tell Your MP that OTs Matter
OTs are essential healthcare providers, supporting Canadians at every stage of care, from prevention and intervention to recovery and wrap-around support.
Yet OTs are being left out of key policies like student loan forgiveness. It’s time for federal representatives to recognize your vital role. Help us share this message by sending an email to your MP today.
Ask for OT: Inclusion of Occupational Therapy in Insurance Coverage
We know occupational therapy coverage is essential to help Canadians stay engaged in the activities that matter most.
Yet, many benefit plans lack OT coverage or provide insufficient funding — leaving people without the care they need. It’s time for change.
Have Your Say
Help shape our federal advocacy priorities by telling us what matters most to you.
Your input also contributes to government consultations, policy discussions, and other advocacy initiatives.
Government Relations
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CAOT represents occupational therapy at the national level, advocating for OTs to practice to their full scope, strengthen the workforce, support Canadians’ access to vital care, and shape national policy.
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We achieve this by advising decision-makers and working with partners to amplify the impact of occupational therapy across Canada.
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External Communications – Op-Eds, Editorials, Press Conference
