For this edition of my Registrar’s message, I begin by referencing preeminent psychologist, Dr. Marsha Linehan, “change is a natural life occurrence.” We can attempt to hold onto the present moment, and yet we inevitably come to learn that the present has become the past.   More >>>
News
Temporary Emergency Class of Registration
The College has established a temporary emergency class of registration as per the requirement of the Ministry of Health.   More >>>
Zeitgeist
I am excited to be introducing the inaugural “member series” article of HeadLines, Zeitgeist, the first of its kind for the College.   More >>>
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee Update
The College remains committed to the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and to incorporating EDI into all aspects of the College’s work and its regulatory processes. The College has created an EDI page on which information and resources are continually updated.   More >>>
Preparing for Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Regulation Update
The College continues its work to welcome Behaviour Analysts into what will be the new College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario.   More >>>
College of Psychologists of British Columbia (CPBC) Clinical Supervision Workshop Recording Now Available Online
In response to requests from registered psychologists who were unable to attend the full day, June 15th workshop Clinical Supervision: Competence, Professional Standards, and Practice, sponsored by the College of Psychologists of BC and offered by Dr. Carol Falender, a recording of the workshop is now available online for registered psychologists from all regulated Canadian jurisdictions.   More >>>
Quality Assurance (QA) News
CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (CPD) New CPD Tracking Resources New downloadable templates have been posted to the QA section of the College website to assist registrants in tracking their CPD credits throughout their two-year cycles. These templates should be saved directly to personal devices and completed electronically or printed for […]   More >>>
Communication Reminder
The College uses e-mail to communicate with members as this is a quick and efficient method to bring important information to members' attention.   More >>>
Council Highlights September 22, 2023
The College Council met virtually on September 22, 2023. Information provided to members of Council for their review in preparation for their deliberations and decision-making was posted on the homepage of the College website a week in advance of the meeting.   More >>>
Investigations, Complaints & Reports Committee (ICRC)
First Quarter, June 1, 2023 – August 31, 2023   More >>>
Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee (ICRC) Decisions
The following are summaries of some recent decisions of the Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee, reflecting three different dispositions.   More >>>
Discipline Committee Report
First Quarter June 1, 2023 – August 31, 2023   More >>>
Changes to the Register
The College would like to congratulate those Psychologist and Psychological Associate members who have received Certificates of Registration since July 2023.   More >>>
Financial Audit Summary Statements 2022-2023
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Video Information Session – Regulation of ABA
The College is pleased to announce the release of its first video information session for Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). In this video, our Registrar and Executive Director, Dr. Tony DeBono, introduces viewers to the history of ABA regulation in Ontario, and answers questions about regulation, who will be eligible for […]   More >>>
Response to BACB Changes in Ontario
The College would like to address the recent decision by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) to discontinue BACB certification in Ontario. The College respects BACB’s decision and will continue to work with them in a mutually respectful and collaborative manner. The College looks forward to potential opportunities to partner […]   More >>>
Council Meeting – September 22, 2023
The next meeting of the College Council will be held on Friday, September 22, 2023. The Agenda and Materials are available below. This meeting will be held virtually through YouTube. To watch please click here.   More >>>
Judicial Review Update – August 23, 2023
The College of Psychologists of Ontario is committed to carrying out its mandate of protecting the public interest by regulating the practice of psychology and upholding the Standards of Professional Conduct. The College will review today’s decision and undertake next steps in accordance with our mandate and any appropriate legal […]   More >>>