College of Chiropodists of Ontario
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The College licenses and regulates the practice of chiropodists and podiatrists in Ontario.
An estimated 1.3 billion people experience significant #disability. We join our health system partners in recognizing the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and we're committed to addressing the barriers to safe healthcare faced by people with disabilities, both visible & invisible.
December 3, 2025 at 3:37 PM
An estimated 1.3 billion people experience significant #disability. We join our health system partners in recognizing the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and we're committed to addressing the barriers to safe healthcare faced by people with disabilities, both visible & invisible.
We need your feedback on two open #consultations!
Help us determine if the draft documents provide helpful guidance to footcare practitioners and if the expectations outlined in the documents are clear and reasonable. Deadline Dec. 15: www.cocoo.on.ca/current-consultations
#ONHealth #FootCare
Help us determine if the draft documents provide helpful guidance to footcare practitioners and if the expectations outlined in the documents are clear and reasonable. Deadline Dec. 15: www.cocoo.on.ca/current-consultations
#ONHealth #FootCare
December 1, 2025 at 5:04 PM
We need your feedback on two open #consultations!
Help us determine if the draft documents provide helpful guidance to footcare practitioners and if the expectations outlined in the documents are clear and reasonable. Deadline Dec. 15: www.cocoo.on.ca/current-consultations
#ONHealth #FootCare
Help us determine if the draft documents provide helpful guidance to footcare practitioners and if the expectations outlined in the documents are clear and reasonable. Deadline Dec. 15: www.cocoo.on.ca/current-consultations
#ONHealth #FootCare
Unsure about your obligations regarding missed appointment fees and fees for providing copies of medical records or producing written reports? What's the difference between a College policy, standard and guideline?
Read the Practice Advisory Service Update in Footprint: www.cocoo.on.ca/footprint
Read the Practice Advisory Service Update in Footprint: www.cocoo.on.ca/footprint
November 27, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Unsure about your obligations regarding missed appointment fees and fees for providing copies of medical records or producing written reports? What's the difference between a College policy, standard and guideline?
Read the Practice Advisory Service Update in Footprint: www.cocoo.on.ca/footprint
Read the Practice Advisory Service Update in Footprint: www.cocoo.on.ca/footprint
November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. This year's theme, "UNiTE to End Digital Violence against Women and Girls", is to promote awareness of the real and devastating impacts of digital abuse and violence on women.
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen
November 25, 2025 at 12:01 PM
November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. This year's theme, "UNiTE to End Digital Violence against Women and Girls", is to promote awareness of the real and devastating impacts of digital abuse and violence on women.
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen
The College is committed to supporting registrants as they enter the profession and is also keen on conducting meaningful engagement and outreach with learners who will soon enter the profession. #Healthcare #FootCare
November 22, 2025 at 6:15 PM
The College is committed to supporting registrants as they enter the profession and is also keen on conducting meaningful engagement and outreach with learners who will soon enter the profession. #Healthcare #FootCare
International Transgender Day of Remembrance (#TDOR): we remember and honour the transgender, Two-Spirit and non-binary lives lost to transphobia, violence, and systemic injustice. This day is a reminder that healthcare professionals have the duty to provide safe, ethical and inclusive care to all.
November 20, 2025 at 2:45 PM
International Transgender Day of Remembrance (#TDOR): we remember and honour the transgender, Two-Spirit and non-binary lives lost to transphobia, violence, and systemic injustice. This day is a reminder that healthcare professionals have the duty to provide safe, ethical and inclusive care to all.
DYK that according to Diabetes Canada's recent survey, 48% of Canadians believe that diabetes is caused by consuming too much sugar?
Diabetes is a complex, 24/7 condition that impacts every part of a person’s life physically, emotionally and financially.
Diabetes is a complex, 24/7 condition that impacts every part of a person’s life physically, emotionally and financially.
November 19, 2025 at 5:02 PM
DYK that according to Diabetes Canada's recent survey, 48% of Canadians believe that diabetes is caused by consuming too much sugar?
Diabetes is a complex, 24/7 condition that impacts every part of a person’s life physically, emotionally and financially.
Diabetes is a complex, 24/7 condition that impacts every part of a person’s life physically, emotionally and financially.
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Falls are a leading cause of injury for older adults. Learn 3 Fall Prevention Month tips from UHN experts:
🥾 wear well-fitted, slip-resistant shoes
📱 consider using fall-detection technology
⛑️ check for injuries before standing after a fall
Read more: https://bit.ly/4r0A8ox
🥾 wear well-fitted, slip-resistant shoes
📱 consider using fall-detection technology
⛑️ check for injuries before standing after a fall
Read more: https://bit.ly/4r0A8ox
November 17, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Falls are a leading cause of injury for older adults. Learn 3 Fall Prevention Month tips from UHN experts:
🥾 wear well-fitted, slip-resistant shoes
📱 consider using fall-detection technology
⛑️ check for injuries before standing after a fall
Read more: https://bit.ly/4r0A8ox
🥾 wear well-fitted, slip-resistant shoes
📱 consider using fall-detection technology
⛑️ check for injuries before standing after a fall
Read more: https://bit.ly/4r0A8ox
Reposted by College of Chiropodists of Ontario
On National Grief and Bereavement Day, CASW acknowledges the many ways individuals, families, and communities experience and process loss. CASW encourages social workers to take time today to check in with yourself and those around you. Visit aboutgrief.ca to learn more.
November 18, 2025 at 12:02 PM
On National Grief and Bereavement Day, CASW acknowledges the many ways individuals, families, and communities experience and process loss. CASW encourages social workers to take time today to check in with yourself and those around you. Visit aboutgrief.ca to learn more.
Registrants are invited to the next Town Hall on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 11:00 am!
Please complete the form to indicate if you’re attending virtually or in person by Dec 5, 2025. www.surveymonkey.com/r/T3LJRGD
Note: You must RSVP to attend in person or receive a virtual meeting link.
Please complete the form to indicate if you’re attending virtually or in person by Dec 5, 2025. www.surveymonkey.com/r/T3LJRGD
Note: You must RSVP to attend in person or receive a virtual meeting link.
November 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Registrants are invited to the next Town Hall on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 11:00 am!
Please complete the form to indicate if you’re attending virtually or in person by Dec 5, 2025. www.surveymonkey.com/r/T3LJRGD
Note: You must RSVP to attend in person or receive a virtual meeting link.
Please complete the form to indicate if you’re attending virtually or in person by Dec 5, 2025. www.surveymonkey.com/r/T3LJRGD
Note: You must RSVP to attend in person or receive a virtual meeting link.
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During the workday, people living with #diabetes may need time for blood sugar checks, insulin and breaks.
Remember:
💬Ask how you can support.
👂Listen to what they need, or do not need, from you.
🙅♀️Blaming and shaming is never helpful.
Learn more🔗bit.ly/4844grn #WorldDiabetesDay
Remember:
💬Ask how you can support.
👂Listen to what they need, or do not need, from you.
🙅♀️Blaming and shaming is never helpful.
Learn more🔗bit.ly/4844grn #WorldDiabetesDay
November 14, 2025 at 10:20 AM
During the workday, people living with #diabetes may need time for blood sugar checks, insulin and breaks.
Remember:
💬Ask how you can support.
👂Listen to what they need, or do not need, from you.
🙅♀️Blaming and shaming is never helpful.
Learn more🔗bit.ly/4844grn #WorldDiabetesDay
Remember:
💬Ask how you can support.
👂Listen to what they need, or do not need, from you.
🙅♀️Blaming and shaming is never helpful.
Learn more🔗bit.ly/4844grn #WorldDiabetesDay
The College hosted a special Plain Language Workshop for colleagues from other regulators, facilitated by Mr. Paul Aterman.
The workshop aimed to help regulators improve their communications to ensure better access to regulators by their system partners.
#PlainLanguage #SystemCollaboration
The workshop aimed to help regulators improve their communications to ensure better access to regulators by their system partners.
#PlainLanguage #SystemCollaboration
November 12, 2025 at 10:45 PM
The College hosted a special Plain Language Workshop for colleagues from other regulators, facilitated by Mr. Paul Aterman.
The workshop aimed to help regulators improve their communications to ensure better access to regulators by their system partners.
#PlainLanguage #SystemCollaboration
The workshop aimed to help regulators improve their communications to ensure better access to regulators by their system partners.
#PlainLanguage #SystemCollaboration
Today, we remember those who gave their lives in service and those who never came home. We also recognize that Remembrance Day can be difficult and complex for many, and we hold space for those who reflect in their own way. #LestWeForget
November 11, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Today, we remember those who gave their lives in service and those who never came home. We also recognize that Remembrance Day can be difficult and complex for many, and we hold space for those who reflect in their own way. #LestWeForget
New issue of Footprint is out! This issue features messages from leadership, Practice Advice, the revised Code of Ethics, QA Updates, latest College outreach initiatives, system collaboration and more!
Read this and find past issues online: www.cocoo.on.ca/footprint
#ONHealth #FootCare #Healthcare
Read this and find past issues online: www.cocoo.on.ca/footprint
#ONHealth #FootCare #Healthcare
November 10, 2025 at 10:15 PM
New issue of Footprint is out! This issue features messages from leadership, Practice Advice, the revised Code of Ethics, QA Updates, latest College outreach initiatives, system collaboration and more!
Read this and find past issues online: www.cocoo.on.ca/footprint
#ONHealth #FootCare #Healthcare
Read this and find past issues online: www.cocoo.on.ca/footprint
#ONHealth #FootCare #Healthcare
The College’s priority is to protect patients’ rights to safe, competent and ethical foot care through effective regulation. The College responds to concerns and investigates patient complaints regarding Ontario chiropodists and podiatrists.
#CPSW2025 #PatientSafetyWeek
#CPSW2025 #PatientSafetyWeek
October 27, 2025 at 5:07 PM
The College’s priority is to protect patients’ rights to safe, competent and ethical foot care through effective regulation. The College responds to concerns and investigates patient complaints regarding Ontario chiropodists and podiatrists.
#CPSW2025 #PatientSafetyWeek
#CPSW2025 #PatientSafetyWeek
The College joins its system partners in recognizing Canadian Patient Safety Week. This year’s theme, “All Voices for Safer Care,” calls on everyone – patients, providers, and communities – to help make care safer. #CPSW2025 #PatientSafety #FootCare
October 27, 2025 at 4:25 PM
The College joins its system partners in recognizing Canadian Patient Safety Week. This year’s theme, “All Voices for Safer Care,” calls on everyone – patients, providers, and communities – to help make care safer. #CPSW2025 #PatientSafety #FootCare
Share Your Thoughts! We want your feedback on proposed revisions to the Patient Relations Standard, which reflect enhanced standards on communication, confidentiality, professional conduct & accountability, boundaries and abuse. Learn more: www.cocoo.on.ca/current-consultations
#FootCare #ONHealth
#FootCare #ONHealth
October 24, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Share Your Thoughts! We want your feedback on proposed revisions to the Patient Relations Standard, which reflect enhanced standards on communication, confidentiality, professional conduct & accountability, boundaries and abuse. Learn more: www.cocoo.on.ca/current-consultations
#FootCare #ONHealth
#FootCare #ONHealth
Registrar and CEO Nicole Zwiers will be participating in a Plenary Session at #CNAR2025 on October 21, 2025, along with regulatory colleagues from Ontario and Nova Scotia.
“Navigating Labour Mobility in a ‘Trumped’ Up Trade War: Old Topic, New Pressures”.
#ONHealth #LabourMobility
“Navigating Labour Mobility in a ‘Trumped’ Up Trade War: Old Topic, New Pressures”.
#ONHealth #LabourMobility
October 17, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Registrar and CEO Nicole Zwiers will be participating in a Plenary Session at #CNAR2025 on October 21, 2025, along with regulatory colleagues from Ontario and Nova Scotia.
“Navigating Labour Mobility in a ‘Trumped’ Up Trade War: Old Topic, New Pressures”.
#ONHealth #LabourMobility
“Navigating Labour Mobility in a ‘Trumped’ Up Trade War: Old Topic, New Pressures”.
#ONHealth #LabourMobility
📣 We Want to Hear From You!
Share your thoughts on two important consultations: Proposed Amendments to By-law 2 (Fees) and the Revised Patient Relations Standard
Learn more and share your thoughts by December 15, 2025: www.cocoo.on.ca/current-consultations
#YourFeedbackMatters #FootCare #ONHealth
Share your thoughts on two important consultations: Proposed Amendments to By-law 2 (Fees) and the Revised Patient Relations Standard
Learn more and share your thoughts by December 15, 2025: www.cocoo.on.ca/current-consultations
#YourFeedbackMatters #FootCare #ONHealth
October 15, 2025 at 7:01 PM
📣 We Want to Hear From You!
Share your thoughts on two important consultations: Proposed Amendments to By-law 2 (Fees) and the Revised Patient Relations Standard
Learn more and share your thoughts by December 15, 2025: www.cocoo.on.ca/current-consultations
#YourFeedbackMatters #FootCare #ONHealth
Share your thoughts on two important consultations: Proposed Amendments to By-law 2 (Fees) and the Revised Patient Relations Standard
Learn more and share your thoughts by December 15, 2025: www.cocoo.on.ca/current-consultations
#YourFeedbackMatters #FootCare #ONHealth
Please note: The College will be closed for the statutory holiday on Monday, October 13, 2025 and reopen on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. In the meantime, should you require any assistance, please send us an email and we’ll get back to you soon.
October 10, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Please note: The College will be closed for the statutory holiday on Monday, October 13, 2025 and reopen on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. In the meantime, should you require any assistance, please send us an email and we’ll get back to you soon.
Ageism Awareness Day: A time to reflect on how age-based bias affects our communities and workplaces. Ageism isn’t just about individual prejudice. It’s a systemic issue that influences how services, programs & environments are designed and conducted, often excluding the real needs of older adults.
October 8, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Ageism Awareness Day: A time to reflect on how age-based bias affects our communities and workplaces. Ageism isn’t just about individual prejudice. It’s a systemic issue that influences how services, programs & environments are designed and conducted, often excluding the real needs of older adults.
Mental Illness Awareness Week (#MIAW2025) from October 5–11, 2025 is a time to come together and shine a light on the profound impacts of stigma and systemic barriers that continue to prevent many people from accessing life-saving services and care when they need it most. #MentalHealthMatters
October 6, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Mental Illness Awareness Week (#MIAW2025) from October 5–11, 2025 is a time to come together and shine a light on the profound impacts of stigma and systemic barriers that continue to prevent many people from accessing life-saving services and care when they need it most. #MentalHealthMatters
The College joins its community members and colleagues in honouring the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls & Gender Diverse People.
Learn about the NWAC’s Sisters in Spirit Vigil: nwac.ca/sisters-in-s...
Learn about the NWAC’s Sisters in Spirit Vigil: nwac.ca/sisters-in-s...
October 4, 2025 at 1:14 PM
The College joins its community members and colleagues in honouring the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls & Gender Diverse People.
Learn about the NWAC’s Sisters in Spirit Vigil: nwac.ca/sisters-in-s...
Learn about the NWAC’s Sisters in Spirit Vigil: nwac.ca/sisters-in-s...
The next Council session will take place on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
Find the agenda and meeting materials on the website: www.cocoo.on.ca/council-meetings
Find the agenda and meeting materials on the website: www.cocoo.on.ca/council-meetings
October 2, 2025 at 5:10 PM
The next Council session will take place on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
Find the agenda and meeting materials on the website: www.cocoo.on.ca/council-meetings
Find the agenda and meeting materials on the website: www.cocoo.on.ca/council-meetings
The 2024 Annual Report highlights the College’s ongoing commitment to regulatory excellence, public protection, and support for registrants.
Learn about key achievements, strategic initiatives, and how we advanced our mandate over the past year: www.cocoo.on.ca/annual-report
#FootCare #ONHealth
Learn about key achievements, strategic initiatives, and how we advanced our mandate over the past year: www.cocoo.on.ca/annual-report
#FootCare #ONHealth
October 1, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The 2024 Annual Report highlights the College’s ongoing commitment to regulatory excellence, public protection, and support for registrants.
Learn about key achievements, strategic initiatives, and how we advanced our mandate over the past year: www.cocoo.on.ca/annual-report
#FootCare #ONHealth
Learn about key achievements, strategic initiatives, and how we advanced our mandate over the past year: www.cocoo.on.ca/annual-report
#FootCare #ONHealth