HEADLINES is the official publication of the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø, the governing body for psychological practitioners; Psychologists, Psychological Associates and Applied Behaviour Analysts, in Ontario.
I recall growing up hearing the phrase that a time period in your life may be one of either feast or famine. A time when you may perceive you have more than you need, or not enough. Some of you may feel like reading the College of Psychologists of Ontario (the College) news…
My first few months at the College have been a humbling experience, indeed. 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø is a well-established profession in Ontario, and I feel a sense of pride in our legacy which has been driven by you, our registrants, and the incredible services that you provide to the public everyday.
At its meeting on June 16, 2023, the Council of the College of Psychologists passed a motion to circulate proposed amendments to By-Law 18: Fees to the membership. According to the Health Professions Procedural Code under the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991, amendments to this By-law must be circulated to members 60 days before it is approved by Council
The College is pleased to announce the Government’s approval of the proposed amendments to Registration Regulation (O. Reg. 74/15), General Regulation (O. Reg. 209/94) and Professional Misconduct Regulation (O. Reg. 801/93), for the profession of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).
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.
Working within the statutory requirements established for all Health Regulatory Colleges in Ontario; the College views its Quality Assurance Programs as a means of supporting members in maintaining their knowledge and skills throughout their careers.
To conduct Peer Assisted Reviews, the College requires the assistance of members with a desire to take an active role in public protection by assisting their peers. Those interested in becoming College Assessors are encouraged to contact the Quality Assurance Coordinator for additional information.
The Executive Committee has appointed Council and professional members to our Committees for the 2023 – 2024 term. Committees support the work of the Council and contribute towards advancing the College’s mandate to serve and protect the public interest.
Members are reminded that it is important to keep their College contact email address up to date and ensure that the College is included in the list of safe senders.
The College Council met virtually on June 16, 2023. Information provided to members of Council for their review in anticipation of their deliberations and decision-making is posted on the homepage of College website a week in advance of meetings.
ICRC Report – 4th Quarter March 1, 2023 to May 31, 2023.
The following are summaries of some recent decisions of the Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee, reflecting three different dispositions. They are provided for educational purposes.
Discipline Committee Report – 4th Quarter March 1, 2023 – May 31, 2023
The College would like to congratulate those Psychologist and Psychological Associate members who have received Certificates of Registration since April 2023.