Occupational Therapists

CHCPBC signed and adopted the Memorandum of Understanding on Cross-Jurisdictional Remote Practice in Occupational Therapy in Canada (PDF) in May 2025. Under this agreement, occupational therapists registered in British Columbia who wish to provide remote services to clients located in:

• Ontario, Alberta*, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon
  are permitted to do so under their BC registration. Occupational therapists are encouraged to confirm any local requirements with the provincial regulator. *Occupational therapists must register in Alberta to provide any restricted activities to clients located in Alberta.
• Quebec and Saskatchewan
  must contact the regulators in these provinces to obtain special authorization before providing remote services.

These requirements apply whether clients are temporarily or permanently located outside of British Columbia.

Client Concerns

Occupational therapists must understand and adhere to the regulations, standards, and guidelines of the jurisdiction in which they are registered and the jurisdiction where the client is located.
If a client has concerns about the services received, they may file a complaint with the regulatory organization where the occupational therapist is registered.

Please refer to the Practice Across Jurisdictions for Occupational Therapists (PDF) resource for additional guidance on providing virtual care within Canada.