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New PHIA Regulations Confirm RMT Status:

 

(Click here for correspondence related to this change)

New EI Benefits for Self Employed (Independent Contractors)

The Federal Government recently introduced changes to its EI legislation that permits 'Self Employed (Independent Contractors) to opt into the national program for the first time. Coverage includes maternity and compassionate leave

componets. More Information

Self-employed health care worker - Compassionate care benefits

(sample profile from CRA)

 

National Competency Document gains approval.

(Click here for MTAM response)

New Education & Continuing Competency Policy - July 1st

The MTAM Education & Continuing Competency Committee approved a new policy document for implementation with the next educational cycle beginning on July 1st. The Policy was approved by the Board of Directors and was discussed at the recent AGM. Those members completing an existing cycle will do so on the basis of the existing policy. This will effect only those members currently in the 2009 -11 cycle.

Copies of the new policy are found in the 'Member Log In Section' please review the policy when submitting credits or determining what courses you will be considering for CEU's.

New Education Cycle Began July 1st

Despite the 'Lazy - Hazy' days of summer, MTAM members are reminded that a new CEU cycle began on July 1st and ends on June 30th, 2012. Check your profile for more information.

Members in the 2009 - 2011 cycle are also reminded that they are at the half way point of their cycle. It will end June 30, 2011. Again, check your online profile for verification of compliance. Send in any educational certificates for courses completed ASAP!

 

Fall TV Campaign!

The MTAM Commnications & Marketing Committee begins the Fall TV Campaign on September 13th. The campaign will run from Sept 13th to Oct 4 and will be seen on the following shows:

CTV News at Six Monday to Friday 5:58 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Weekend News Saturday & Sunday 5:58 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
CTV News at Noon Monday to Friday 11:58 p.m. to 1 p.m.
News at 11:30 p.m. Monday to Sunday 11:30 p.m to 12:05 p.m.

 

The campaign will feature three distinctive 30 second commercials created by the committee to support Registered Massage Therapists who practice in Manitoba.

 

Upcoming MTAM Meetings:

 

August 30 Board of Directors
Sept 9 Education & Continuing Competency
Sept 10 Communications & Marketing
Sept 28 Insurance
October 1&2 Board Planning

Sue Zwaritch

Sue Zwarich, RMT

2009- 10

President - Board of Directors

Welcome

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President's Message:

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The MTAM represents 85%

of the professional Massage Therapists (RMT's) who practice in the Province of Manitoba, Canada

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Look for this symbol for the qualified RMT in your community

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www.massagetherapypractice.com

 

Massage Therapy Canada

For back issues of the Massage Therapy Canada Magazine visit their website at

www.massagetherapycanada.com

 

Classified Ads

New Positions Available and Items for Sale are found in the Member Login area below.

Want to place an ad? Send it to ... info@mtam.mb.ca

 

 

New Brunswick Presents

New Massage Therapy Act!

New Brunswick Act

New Brunswick Bylaw

New Brunswick Notice of Intent to Legislate Massage Therapy

 

 

 

Looking for professional therapeutic massage services in Manitoba?

Use the handy 'Referral Service' area at the bottom of the home page where you will find several search options available to help you locate the RMT of your choice wherever you are in the province.

If you need help contact the MTAM office.

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