Regulation of MT Profession in Alberta

AUGUST 2009 - UPDATE

  • The Alberta is moving forward to develop the regulation of remedial and advanced remedial (therapeutic) massage therapy. Regulation is not here!
     
  • The regulation of Massage Therapy in Alberta is a process that will take many years, the development of an ‘Alberta-made’ regulatory model enacted in the province could be five or more years.
     
  • Under recommendation from the Minister of Health & Wellness the NHPC, MTAA and RMTA have established a Transitional Steering Committee. This Transitional Steering Committee will have the responsibility of developing the proposed Massage Therapy legislation, policies, bylaws and regulations that will guide the regulation of massage therapy in the Alberta.
     
  • NHPC is in the process of creating the “NHPC Massage Therapy Regulation Advisory Group” which will help to direct NHPC’s participation in the Transitional Steering Committee. If you are interested in serving as a volunteer on the NHPC Advisory Group please contact the NHPC office at rmah@nhpcanada.org.
     
  • Participation by the NHPC in the Transitional Steering Committee will provide opportunities for the NHPC to shape and guide the regulatory framework for massage therapy in Alberta, to ensure that the issues and concerns of all NHPC members are addressed in the eventual legislation and regulations, and to work collaboratively with others in the best interests of the entire massage therapy profession.
     
  • NHPC will continue to be a strong advocate for the key values of competency, inclusivity, choice, integrity, responsiveness and efficacy in the development of an ‘Alberta-made’ regulatory model and ensuring that the concerns and priorities of our members are addressed appropriately.
     
  • As mentioned, the development of the final regulatory model will be a long process potentially taking several years. We will keep you up to date regularly on progress being made and actions being undertaken and will seek your input and support as is necessary along the way.