Earlier today, the Ministry of Health outlined its proposal for modernizing B.C.’s health regulatory framework.  This proposal came in response to recommendations made by Harry Cayton in his report, An Inquiry into the College of Dental Surgeons and the Health Professions Act, which was released in April 2019. The report, Modernizing the provincial health profession [...]

On November 4, 2019, Part 3 of the Health Care (Consent) and Care Facility (Admission) Act came into force (review the Order in Council) . While occupational therapists will be familiar with Part 2 of the Act, which describes obligations related to obtaining consent for health care services (e.g., occupational therapy services), Part 3 of [...]

The College of Occupational Therapists of BC is looking for a motivated person to join our team. The College of Occupational Therapists of BC (COTBC) regulates the profession of occupational therapy to ensure that occupational therapists (OTs) in BC deliver safe, ethical, and competent occupational therapy services. COTBC is responsible for delivering a Quality Assurance [...]

In addition to the financial statements, have a look at our year's accomplishments and the profile of occupational therapy in B.C. Available here...