Step 1: Examinations

• Apply for CCEB Exams – Visit this web page for instructions: www.cceb.ca/how-to-apply/
• CCO exam application
• Take the CCEB and CCO examinations
• • CCEB Knowledge-Based examinations
  • CCEB Clinical Competency examinations
  • CCO Legislation and Ethics examination

• If you were unable to write the May/June CCEB examination and CCO Legislation and Ethics examination, apply for General (Provisional) Certification of Registration

Did you know? CCEB examination results take approximately four weeks to process. Upon successful completion of the CCEB examination and CCO Legislation and Ethics Examination, CCO will send candidates an application form to be completed for membership.

Step 2: For licensing, apply to CCO

• Get familiar with the key CCO registration requirements and what the registration process involves: www.cco.on.ca

Prospective CCO members must first:

• Graduate from an accredited chiropractic college (this requirement is non-exemptible)
• Successfully complete the Canadian Chiropractic Examining Board examinations
• Successfully complete CCO’s Legislation and Ethics

For questions about registration click here

Step 3: Apply to OCA

• Join now! Visit chiropractic.on.ca and click Join Ontario Chiropractic Association button on the home page
• If you have questions, contact OCA at oca@chiropractic.on.ca or call at 416-860-0070 Toll-free: 1-877-327-2273

Step 4: Apply to CCA

• Join now! Visit chiropractic.ca and click Join Now, followed by clicking CCA Membership Application (New Graduate)
• If you have questions, contact CCA’s Member Engagement Team at membership@chiropractic.ca, or call 1-877-222-9303 / 416-585-7902

Did you know? CCPA protection is only available to chiropractors in Canada who are members of the CCA and their provincial chiropractic association.

Step 5: Apply to CCPA

To qualify, make sure to meet this checklist of requirements:

• A Doctor of Chiropractic Degree from an accredited chiropractic college, such as CMCC, UQTR or University of Western States
• Successful completion of the CCEB examination
• Licensure from your relevant provincial regulator
• Membership in good standing in the Canadian Chiropractic Association and your relevant provincial chiropractic association, such as the OCA
• Register for membership with CCPA – Visit www.ccpaonline.ca and click “BECOME A CCPA MEMBER” on the top right corner

If you have questions, please call 416-781-5656 or 1-800-668-2076, or admin@ccpaonline.ca

Member Benefits

• Access to our Member Experience Team available Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., to support you and your team throughout the day: troubleshooting issues and helping you overcome any practice obstacles.
• Access to OCA Aspire, our enhanced cloud-based electronic health record (EHR) and practice management solution, specially designed for OCA Aspire’s integrated features enable you to be connected anytime, anywhere so you can spend more time on what matters most: quality patient time.
• Access to OCA Advance, our continuing education (CE) offerings designed exclusively for Ontario Enjoy free live webinars every Wednesday or on-demand at your convenience.
• Access to in-person training and new skills to help you excel as OCA members have an exclusive invitation to OCA Advance and other events. Workshops are available throughout Ontario to expand practical knowledge with in-depth training loaded with networking opportunities. Check out OCA’s Upcoming Events web page for regular updates.
• OCA offers FREE Classified listings on our website that post in real-time for members.
• Access to the OCA’s Affinity (Advantage) Partners. Take advantage of our exclusive partnerships, each of which can help you save money, build your business or upgrade your knowledge.
• Access to the OCA’s Mentorship Program, matching experienced members with early-career chiropractors to share practice strategies, career insights and expert feedback while earning CE credits.

How to Join the OCA

Becoming a member is easy! Simply contact the OCA to receive your application, after you have received your license number.

OCA membership program for first-year graduates – Pay your annual membership fee or get a free one-year membership and gain valuable professional volunteer experience.

Instead of paying your first-year membership fee, volunteer 20 hours with the OCA:

• Participate in committees
• Participate in the implementation of our electronic health record (EHR) and practice management solution, OCA Aspire
• Participate in mentoring programs

Contact the OCA

www.chiropractic.on.ca
oca@chiropractic.on.ca

416-860-0070 | Toll-free: 1-877-327-2273

Tune in to find out what support is available to you to build a successful practice. Your provincial association has resources for you whether you’re looking to attract and educate patients, manage your business or understand your legal obligations – the OCA is here to answer your questions and guide you on your journey.
Watch OCA is Here for You! Webinar

In your first five years in practice, you may be paying off school debt, looking for employment, deciding where to live, or thinking about starting a family. This webinar will help you navigate early career decisions that can strengthen your financial future.
Watch Money Talk for New Chiropractors Webinar

This webinar will provide you with a refresher on the critical Roadmap to Care and its principles. The CCPA claims team will present some case studies that demonstrate how regularly returning to the Roadmap will help you manage risk for you and your patients.
Watch Mitigating Risk with The Roadmap to Care Webinar

There’s a lot of competition out there. Learn to cut through the noise by fostering authentic relationships with potential patients and colleagues. This positive approach to networking from Dale Carnegie Training will help you to build confidence and credibility, communicate your value and establish profitable connections. Specific topics of this webinar include “Pitching Yourself with Why Statements” and “3 Strategies to Communicate Your Value”.
Watch Networking and Communicating Your Value Webinar

Joining an established practice can be a great way to launch your career. Everyone starts these relationships intending to be respectful and prosperous. However, as in any business relationship, it is prudent to put the terms of the association down on paper. This webinar will review the basic structure of an associate agreement, critical considerations to bear in mind when negotiating, and a few practical suggestions for common issues that arise.
Watch Teaming Up: Critical Considerations for Associate Agreements Webinar

Many new chiropractors are choosing to open their careers with locums. They offer a great proving ground for clinical skills and a chance to ease into the business side of chiropractic. But they can come with a considerable amount of risk. CCPA will walk you through how to manage that risk.
Watch Livin’ La Vida Locum Webinar

CCPA will present on how to mitigate risk and liability when using EHRs in your clinic. You’ll learn how EHRs can be used for informed consent, road- maps to care, practice protection and consistently excellent patient care.
Watch Protecting Your Practice and Electronic Health Records Webinar

Back by popular demand, an interactive discussion on how to have difficult diagnosis conversations and address sensitive topics with patients and caregivers. Webinar participants have an opportunity to provide real-life situations as part of the discussion.
Watch Difficult Conversations with Patients Webinar

How to prepare and react to economic difficulties. We can’t always predict when things like a global pandemic, recession, or other economic shock happen. But we can be prepared for them when they eventually occur. Tough times don’t last! Let’s talk about how to make sure you do. We won’t be going through government programs in detail, but we will discuss what you can do as a professional and business owner with your savings and financial management.
Watch Alleviating Financial Worry During COVID-19: Managing Your Finances Webinar

Learn how to mitigate your business challenges in the face of COVID-19. This webinar will educate you on your legal obligations as an employer, employee and contractor. As well, it will provide considerations to lessen your business losses. As we face uncertain times, it’s important to consider your commercial leases, financial obligations, professional responsibilities, and future of your business.
Watch Alleviating Business Worry During COVID-19: Business Preparedness and Perseverance Webinar

Learn about the financial supports available to chiropractors through various federal and provincial programs. Ongoing updates to financial relief programs have resulted in confusion about what programs are applicable to chiropractors and if they meet the right qualifications. A review of the various loan options available to business owners will also be covered.
Watch Alleviating Worry During COVID-19: Financial Benefits and Tax Considerations Webinar

In partnership with the Global Spine Care Initiative and a panel of 28 spine care authorities and clinicians from 10 countries on four continents, World Spine Care has developed resources to help clinicians manage their patients’ spinal pain in the time of social distancing. Join us to learn about these resources and how you can continue to support your patients.
Watch Managing Back and Neck Pain During COVID-19: World Spine Care’s Primary Spine Care Clinician Guide Webinar

CCO’s Role

• To regulate the profession in the public interest in accordance with the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991, the Chiropractic Act, 1991, regulation and by-laws.
• To register qualified applicants as chiropractors in
• To maintain a public
• To investigate and review complaints and
• To conduct discipline
• To develop and implement a quality assurance program, which includes self, peer and practice assessment, continuing education and professional
• To develop and maintain standards of practice and professional

Visit CCO’s website for the full scope of their oversight, as well as updates and resources regarding COVID-19.
CCO updates and resources regarding the COVID-19 pandemic can be found at cco.on.ca/members-of-cco/covid-19/

How to join the CCO

On successful completion of all examination requirements, candidates will receive a letter of successful passing and a registration form and then may apply for CCO registration.

First Time Renewal Discount: You will receive a discount of 50% in your first year of renewal with CCO.

Contact CCO

www.cco.on.ca
cco.info@cco.on.ca

416-922-6355 | Toll-free: 1-877-577-4772

Member Benefits

• 40% discount on mobile practice software solution and tools from MediSeen, enabling chiropractors to assess and treat patients in their homes.
• 13% discount on orthotics from Footmaxx and Footlevelers.
• Free library research assistance and access to electronic resources not available to private individuals; unlimited free document delivery.
• Group auto, home, health and dental insurance programs.
• Receive a one-time 10% discount on all products in the Supply Centre and Bookstore (cannot be combined with your 5% member discount).
• Become a lifelong learner with exclusive discounts and front of the line access to premiere CE programs Access Perkopolis for discounts on entertainment, travel, hotels, apparel, home services, automotive and so much more!

Visit CMCC’s website for a full list of member benefits.

Register online to renew your CMCC membership or contact us at membership@cmcc.ca | 416-482-2340 Ext: 146

The CMCC Board members in your province are a valuable resource to discuss practice issues or request some career advice. Reaching out with questions or ideas is also a great way to expand your professional network!

Dr. Richard Mercier, Chair
La Sarre, PQ
Phone: 819-339-5333
Email: rmercierdc@chirolasarre.com

Dr. Greg Woolfrey, Vice-Chair
Grand Falls-Windsor NL
Phone: 709-489-4998
Email: woolfmangreg@hotmail.com

Dr. Mark Perrett, Sec-Treasurer
Neepawa, MB
Phone: 204-476-2374
Email: npwchiro@hotmail.com

Dr. Rahim Karim, Past Chair
Toronto, ON
Phone: 416-752-8551
Email: drrkarim@yahoo.com

Dr. Kevyn Kristmanson
Swift Current, SK
Phone: 306-773-3144
Email: kkristmanson@hotmail.com

Dr. Catherine Straus
Waterloo, ON
Phone: 519-579-2430
Email: straus@golden.net

Dr. Natalie Carrington
Black Diamond, AB
Phone: 403-933-3088
Email: drnataliecarrington@gmail.com

Dr. Liza Grant
Courtenay, BC
Phone: 250-334-4844
Email: drliza@grovewellness.ca

Dr. Jason Fox
Halifax, NS
Phone: 902-445-9335
Email: drjasontfox@gmail.com

Dr. Denise Perron
Westmount, QC
Phone: 514-489-0008
Email: dperrondc@gmail.com

Dr. Sarah Williams
Fredericton, NB
Phone: 506-452-1609
Email: drsarah@williamschiro.ca

Dr. Sonia Doroshenko
Daupin, MB
Phone: 204 638-6642
Email: sdoroshenko@yahoo.com

Dr. Sunyatta Guild
Tottenham, ON
Phone: 905-936-6544
Email: sunyattafguild@gmail.com

Updated July 2020

Primary Contact

Primary Contact is a CMCC publication, distributed twice per year (via regular mail) to all chiropractors across Canada. It provides updates on activities at CMCC such as new technologies, upcoming events, continuing education, alumni news and more.

Annual Homecoming Celebrations

Reconnect with your classmates at Homecoming for a weekend of social activities and continuing education. We look forward to welcoming you back where you began.

Backs in Motion Run/Walk

The Backswing Golf Tournament

These signature fundraising events usually take place in April and September respectively, and represent a fun opportunity to remain connected with CMCC and to support the College at the same time.

CMCC Committees

There are a number of board committees which present a good opportunity to remain engaged with CMCC. Please contact board@cmcc.ca.

CMCC hosted events in your province

CMCC hosts events across the country which usually coincide with provincial conventions. This is a great opportunity to reconnect with CMCC and your colleagues.

Contact:

Alumni Relations
416-482-2340 ext. 146

Member Benefits

• We show governments, employers and the private health insurance industry why increased access to chiropractic care keeps Canadians healthy and active
• We keep you educated with resources and training — including webinars, research findings, government emerging news and more
• Access the CCA’s CEO and 2,000+ chiropractors through our private Facebook group
• Access Chiropractium, the CCA members’ app and CCA Plus, our member affinity program
• Access CCPA professional liability protection

Visit Member Benefits to learn more

CCA membership is open to any chiropractor licensed in Canada who is a member in good standing with their provincial association. If you plan to practice in Quebec, please contact Association des chiropraticiens du Québec to register.

How to Join CCA

Visit chiropractic.ca to join today!

 We’ll have your back throughout your career. Together, we are #chirostrong!

Contact your dedicated CCA membership team:

membership@chiropractic.ca | 416-585-7901 ext. 243 | Toll-free: 1-877-222-9303 ext. 243

Member Benefits

• CCPA protects you with a $5 million per incident limit and an aggregate limit of $5 million per year. CCPA is also here for you during a regulatory board complaint.
• Annual Risk Management Projects provide you with free continuing education that empowers you to protect your practice proactively.
• Call CCPA any time – even before a claim is filed – for advice and support to help you manage risk in your practice.
• New graduates are eligible for substantial discounts during their first five years after graduation.

How to Join CCPA

Here’s another easy one!
Visit ccpaonline.ca and click “BECOME A CCPA MEMBER” on the top right corner.
Prospective members are welcome to contact CCPA for pricing details.

One of the things that set us apart from other insurers is the peace of mind that comes from knowing that when you call CCPA, someone will listen and do all they can to help. During the pandemic, we’re no different. Even if you do become involved in an incident involving COVID-19, CCPA will be in a position to support you.

Contact the CCPA

ccpaonline.ca
admin@ccpaonline.ca
416-781-5656 | Toll-free 1-800-668-2076