Dealing with Change:
How to Manage During COVID-19
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As we all navigate this global shift, the RMTBC has been receiving your questions on financial relief, negotiating leases/rental agreements and more. We hear you and are gathering resources to help address your different needs.
NEW WEBINAR: Executive Director, Gordon MacDonald, Board Member, Voula Soursos and RMTBC staff person Alison Chernoff have recorded a webinar addressing your questions. Access it here or see the story below.
In addition, we have added a Rental/Lease and Associated Legal Information section to the COVID-19 Central Information Page. Again, it is available to the public so that you and your staff can easily access it. We encourage you to check this site daily.
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MEMBERSHIP DUES: To our 250 members who are on the instalment plan for membership dues, we will be delaying processing of their April 1st instalment until June 1st.
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NEW WEBINAR: Your questions on clinic closure, tele-rehab, financial supports, negotiating leases/rental agreements and more. Register here.
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Introducing First Access Service by LifeWorks, providing immediate and confidential support during times of personal challenge. Find out more.
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SUPPORT: This TOOLKIT is here to support you through various changes you could face as an individual and leader. Brought to you by LifeWorks and Morneau Shepell.
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As all clinics are now closed and some members still require CEC credits, below are some excellent FREE online resources to help you in this.
The RMTBC is providing two Dr. Collins on-line courses:
- Critical Thinking for Registered Massage Therapists (3 credits)
- Professionalism in Registered Massage Therapy (no credits)
These are at no charge to members.
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FORCE MAJEUR: How does this time of crisis impact your contractual rights & obligations? What remedies are available to businesses? Read more here or on our website.
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Curious? Innovative? Want a collaborative multi-disciplinary team for ideas and growth? Professional, Positive, Caring, Trauma Informed. New graduate or experienced therapist. We want you. Check out bitsbc.com/opportunities or email us at info@bitsbc.com.
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CLINIC POSTER: Keeping up with the fast evolving Medical Health Officer guidelines, we have created a new poster for clinics who need it. View the full PDF here.
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FREE: Pain Summit Online
The Pain Summit Online can be accessed free of charge for 30 days. Use coupon code: PAINEDUCATION for free, unlimited access until April 15 2020.
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NEW DATES CONFIRMED: The 2020 Rehabilitation Conference presented by Jane will be held at The Anvil Centre on September 12-13. We hope you will be able to join us. A full refund will be offered to those who are unable to attend.
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Please participate in the Canadian Pain Task Force's online consultation to better understand and address the needs of Canadians with Chronic Pain. You are encouraged to share your input by April 17, 2020.
letstalkhealth.ca/pain
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"People are going to need what you have to offer more than ever once we're able to resume our practices." A message to Massage Therapists from our partners at the MTF. Watch it here.
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Massage Therapy Podcast | Episode 20 : Join host Damian John as he discusses the importance of Language with Cathy Ryan and Pam Fitch.
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We continue to move forward with the Spring 2020 Magazine to bring you relevant information in these times. If you wish to share a message, ad spaces are available that include:
- affordable sizes with click-through links
- permanent discount for members
- FREE LAYOUT options
The Magazine reaches 3000+ members and other healthcare professionals. For other advertising opportunities, visit rmtbc.ca/advertising
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Please check with instructors regarding current courses. Coming up:
- "The Ultimate Guide to Deep Tissue Therapy" - Live Workshop
- A Functional approach To Weight Training and Rehab
- Level 1 Practical - Dr. Vodder’s Manual Lymph Drainage
Visit your Continuing Education Page for a list of courses.
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Practice Resources Tip:
Communication Tips from Berkley Canada
As RMTs, whose patient relationship is based on trust, communication skills are what could stand between you and a legal claim, college investigation or tribunal. Berkley Canada has created some tips and guidelines that will help you build on your communications skills and enforce the trust between you and your patients. View the document here.
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The RMTBC is working with Life Preservers First Aid to help get your Standard First Aid Recertification training.
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Have what you need? The RMTBC's partnership with Relaxus brings you great deals 3x a year!
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Login Books is a Canadian Company offering RMTBC members 10% off online orders.
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