COTM Committees

Much of the work of COTM is done by committees which include council members, public representatives and COTM members.

BOARD OF ASSESSORS
Assists the Registrar in the matters of member registration consistent with The Occupational Therapists Act, Regulation and Council approved Policies and Procedures.  Supports the Council in establishing registration policies and procedures.

COMMUNICATIONS  COMMITTEE
Generates and guides implementation of strategies to support effective communication with members, consumers/public and other stakeholders.

CONTINUING COMPETENCE COMMITTEE
Plans for the implementation of a continuing competence program for COTM members.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Assists the Council by monitoring and supervising the day to day management of the College’s affairs, decision making between Council meetings, supporting financial planning and supervising the performance of the Executive Director.

INVESTIGATION COMMITTEE
Reviews complaints received by COTM in accordance with Part 6 of The Occupational Therapists Act.

INQUIRY COMMITTEE
Conducts a hearing into the conduct of a member in accordance with Part 6 of The Occupational Therapists Act.

LEGISLATION COMMITTEE
Coordinates efforts by COTM to effect legislation and policy changes, including those directly related to The Occupational Therapists Act and the Regulated Health Professions Act. Monitors and reviews legislative and policy initiatives, and determines an action when initiatives may affect the practice of occupational therapy.

PRACTICE ISSUES COMMITTEE
Is responsible to investigate, debate and provide recommendations to the Council on current occupational therapy practice issues relevant to the mandate of the College.