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CBN Meeting - Massage Therapy Teachers across Ontario

Tue, 09 Feb 2027 19:00:00 GMT

CBN Meeting - Massage Therapy Teachers across Ontario

This CBN brings together massage therapy teachers from across Ontario to meet online to network, share knowledge, and seek support within a community of massage therapy teachers.

Email to RSVP Marvin Mohring mohrinm@algonquincollege.com

CBN Meeting - London

Sun, 06 Dec 2026 10:00:00 GMT

RMT Sunday morning chat hosted by the London Area CBN/Community Based Network, all Ontario RMTs, students and grads welcome.

Zoom link https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89329595143

You are welcome to lurk, no-one is put on the spot, video optional. Drop-ins welcome.
Monthly chat for RMTs, grads and students, don't have to be a RMTAO member.

Events are posted in Facebook groups SW Ontario RMTs and Ontario Massage Therapy Community.

CBN Meeting - Massage Therapy Teachers across Ontario

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

CBN Meeting - London

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT

RMT Sunday morning chat hosted by the London Area CBN/Community Based Network, all Ontario RMTs, students and grads welcome.

Events are posted in Facebook groups SW Ontario RMTs and Ontario Massage Therapy Community.

CBN Meeting - London

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

RMT Sunday morning chat hosted by the London Area CBN/Community Based Network, all Ontario RMTs, students and grads welcome.

Events are posted in Facebook groups SW Ontario RMTs and Ontario Massage Therapy Community.

CBN Meeting - London

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

RMT Sunday morning chat hosted by the London Area CBN/Community Based Network, all Ontario RMTs, students and grads welcome.

Events are posted in Facebook groups SW Ontario RMTs and Ontario Massage Therapy Community.

CBN Meeting - Massage Therapy Teachers across Ontario

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Osteopathic Myofascia Reset Masterclass

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Join Us in North York | July 18–19
This intensive 2-day workshop is designed for practitioners who want practical, hands-on solutions for the most common dysfunctions affecting the pelvis, lumbar spine, and hip complex.

You’ll learn a clear, structured approach to reducing tension, restoring movement, and creating lasting changes in your patients—using a system you can apply immediately in clinical practice.

This course focuses on real-world cases you see every day:

Low back and pelvic discomfort
Hip restrictions and movement limitations
Postural strain from prolonged sitting
Chronic tension and recurring pain patterns

Through live demonstrations and guided hands-on training, you’ll leave with techniques you can confidently integrate into your treatments.

A Practical, Hands-On Approach

This workshop is built around application—not theory.

You’ll spend the majority of your time practicing techniques designed to address:

Muscle tension
Fascial restrictions
Movement limitations
Postural dysfunctions from daily habits and repetitive strain

Core Technique:

At the core of this workshop is Osteopathic Myofascia Reset (OMR), a newly developed osteopathic technique designed to efficiently reduce muscle tension, enhance range of motion, and minimize physical strain on the practitioner.

What You’ll Be Able to Treat

Pelvis, Lumbar Spine & Hip (Primary Focus)

Release deep muscular tension affecting the low back
Improve pelvic mobility and control
Address common lumbar and hip dysfunction patterns
Restore functional movement between the pelvis and spine

Thoracic Spine & Rib Cage

Improve thoracic mobility
Reduce upper back stiffness
Support better posture and movement efficiency

Neck & Shoulder

Release tension patterns related to postural strain
Improve mobility and reduce overload on the cervical region

Hands-On Learning Experience

This workshop is built around hands-on application, with the majority of your time spent practicing and refining techniques in a structured, guided environment.

You will:

Watch step-by-step demonstrations
Practice techniques with guided supervision
Learn efficient positioning and body mechanics
Build confidence applying techniques in real clinical scenarios

Why These Techniques Work in Practice

Gentle and effective for patients
Easy on the practitioner’s body
Designed for real clinical use—not theory
Quick to learn and apply
A powerful upgrade to your current treatment approach

Who This Workshop Is For

This workshop is ideal for practitioners working with:

Low back and pelvic pain
Hip restrictions and movement dysfunction
Postural-related tension patterns

Perfect for:

Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs)
Osteopathy practitioners
Physiotherapists
Chiropractors
Athletic therapists

Whether you’re early in your career or an experienced clinician looking to refine your approach, this workshop will give you practical, immediately usable skills to elevate your treatments.

CBN Meeting - London

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

RMT Sunday morning chat hosted by the London Area CBN/Community Based Network, all Ontario RMTs, students and grads welcome.

Events are posted in Facebook groups SW Ontario RMTs and Ontario Massage Therapy Community.

CBN Meeting - Guelph

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Monthly Guelph Area Community-Based Network

Location - TBD

Topics: TBD

Contact Renata DeForest at renatadrmt@gmail.com

Please note - This CBN meeting may include hands-on activities. Massage Therapy students should consult with their schools/instructors prior to attending before participating in any hands-on activities.

From the Neck Up™: TMD/TMJD

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT

From the Neck Up™: Understanding, Assessing, Treating & Managing TMD/TMJD

Instructor: Jules Poulin RMT, Owner, Clinical Director, Speaker and Continued Education Provider

Fee: Early bird: $900 +HST, Regular $1000 + HST (more details on website)

Register: www.fromtheneckupclinic.com/store

This signature From the Neck Up™ course, is designed to elevate manual therapists skill set with TMD/TMJD, all the while ensuring that the treatments are safe and relevant for patients. With a focus on palpation (both from and on the instructor) assessment, and clinical reasoning for TMD/TMJD this course is perfect for anyone who is interested in helping this demographic of patients and elevating their practice.

Hybrid: 5 hrs online + 2 days in-person

A few key elements of the course:

evidence informed content
SOP approach
patient-centric learning
RMT-centric learning
coaching during the course on landmarking, variations of pressure, ergonomics, and communication
palpation from and on the instructor
focus on hands-on learning and exchange with various participants
guidance on developing therapeutic analytical skills pertaining to TMD/TMJD
advanced manual therapy techniques and approaches for the assessment, treatment, and management for symptoms and dysfunctions related to TMD/TMJD

CBN Meeting - Quinte

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Quinte Area Community-Based Network

Topic - Please join us for the next meetup of Quinte region'sCBN. No need to be an RMTAO member to attend; all RMTs and massage therapy students are welcome.

This meeting, chiropodist Crystal Pang from Belleville's Family Foot and Wellness Centre will be our guest speaker. Please share any foot health questions in advance via Facebook or by email to juliagarrormt@gmail.com

Please note - This CBN meeting may include hands-on activities. Massage Therapy students should consult with their schools/instructors prior to attending before participating in any hands-on activities.

CBN Meeting - London

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

RMT Sunday morning chat hosted by the London Area CBN/Community Based Network, all Ontario RMTs, students and grads welcome.

Events are posted in Facebook groups SW Ontario RMTs and Ontario Massage Therapy Community.

From the Neck Up™: TMD/TMJD

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT

From the Neck Up™: Understanding, Assessing, Treating & Managing TMD/TMJD

Instructor: Jules Poulin RMT, Owner, Clinical Director, Speaker and Continued Education Provider

Fee: Early bird: $900 +HST, Regular $1000 + HST (more details on website)

Register: www.fromtheneckupclinic.com/store

Hybrid: 5 hrs online + 2 days in-person

A few key elements of the course:

evidence informed content
SOP approach
patient-centric learning
RMT-centric learning
coaching during the course on landmarking, variations of pressure, ergonomics, and communication
palpation from and on the instructor
focus on hands-on learning and exchange with various participants
guidance on developing therapeutic analytical skills pertaining to TMD/TMJD
advanced manual therapy techniques and approaches for the assessment, treatment, and management for symptoms and dysfunctions related to TMD/TMJD

From the Neck Up™: Advanced Neck & Clavicle

Sat, 30 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

From the Neck Up™: Understanding, Assessing, Treating & Managing Advanced Neck & Clavicle

Instructor: Jules Poulin RMT, Owner, Clinical Director, Speaker and Continued Education Provider

Fee: Early bird: $800 +HST, Regular $900 + HST (more details on website)

Register: www.fromtheneckupclinic.com/store

Freshly launched in 2026, this From the Neck Up™ course, is designed to elevate manual therapists skill set with Advanced Neck & Clavicle skills, and reflect the importance of thorough neck and clavicular treatment for patients with chronic neck pain and headaches. This course delves into neck assessments, anterior neck treatment, joint mobilizations, and clavicular techniques. With a focus on palpation (both from and on the instructor), assessment, and clinical reasoning for Advanced Neck & Clavicle this course is perfect for anyone who is interested in helping this demographic of patients and elevating their practice.

2 days in-person

A few key elements of the course:

evidence informed content
SOP approach
patient-centric learning
RMT-centric learning
coaching during the course on landmarking, variations of pressure, ergonomics, and communication
palpation from and on the instructor
focus on hands-on learning and exchange with various participants
guidance on developing therapeutic analytical skills pertaining to Advanced Neck & Clavicle
manual therapy techniques and approaches for the assessment, treatment, and management for symptoms and dysfunctions related to the neck and clavicle

CBN Meeting - Guelph

Mon, 25 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Monthly Guelph Area Community-Based Network

Location - Symposium Cafe Restaurant & Lounge

Topics: TBD

Contact Renata DeForest at renatadrmt@gmail.com

From the Neck Up™: TMD/TMJD

Mon, 25 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

From the Neck Up™: Understanding, Assessing, Treating & Managing TMD/TMJD

Instructor: Jules Poulin RMT, Owner, Clinical Director, Speaker and Continued Education Provider

Fee: Early bird: $900 +HST, Regular $1000 + HST (more details on website)

Register: www.fromtheneckupclinic.com/store

Hybrid: 5 hrs online + 2 days in-person

A few key elements of the course:

evidence informed content
SOP approach
patient-centric learning
RMT-centric learning
coaching during the course on landmarking, variations of pressure, ergonomics, and communication
palpation from and on the instructor
focus on hands-on learning and exchange with various participants
guidance on developing therapeutic analytical skills pertaining to TMD/TMJD
advanced manual therapy techniques and approaches for the assessment, treatment, and management for symptoms and dysfunctions related to TMD/TMJD

From the Neck Up™: Tongue, Voice & Swallowing*

Sat, 23 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

From the Neck Up™: Understanding, Assessing, Treating & Managing Advanced Tongue, Voice & Swallowing*

Instructor: Jules Poulin RMT, Owner, Clinical Director, Speaker and Continued Education Provider

Fee: Early bird: $800 +HST, Regular $900 + HST (more details on website)

Register: www.fromtheneckupclinic.com/store

* pre-requisite: FTNU: TMD/TMJD course

This unique From the Neck Up™ course, is designed to elevate manual therapists skill set with the treatment of the tongue, voice an swallowing, and reflect the importance of thorough treatment for patients with dysfunction & symptoms of these areas/functions. This course delves into neck & tongue functional assessments, anterior neck treatment, joint & laryngeal mobilizations, floor of mouth and tongue techniques. With a focus on palpation (both from and on the instructor), assessment, and clinical reasoning for the treatment of the tongue, voice and swallowing, this course is perfect for anyone who is interested in helping this demographic of patients and elevating their practice.

2 days in-person

A few key elements of the course:

evidence informed content
SOP approach
patient-centric learning
RMT-centric learning
coaching during the course on landmarking, variations of pressure, ergonomics, and communication
palpation from and on the instructor
focus on hands-on learning and exchange with various participants
guidance on developing therapeutic analytical skills pertaining to the tongue, voice & swallowing
manual therapy techniques and approaches for the assessment, treatment, and management for symptoms and dysfunctions related to the tongue, voice & swallowing

Table Thai Massage - Techniques for the Low Back Pain (REPEAT)

Wed, 20 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In this one-hour webinar, participants will explore the fundamentals of Table Thai Massage, an adaptive and effective therapy that combines the benefits of traditional Thai Massage with the support of a massage table. Using an evidence-based approach, this session will explore the therapeutic benefits of stretching and joint mobilizations, building on the foundational knowledge massage therapists have already acquired in their training. Through a thorough, step by step demonstration, participants will learn how to apply Thai Massage techniques to mobilize joints of the hips and back, and stretch fascia, muscle and nervous tissue in a rhythmic routine.

Throughout the demonstrations and discussion, attendees will be encouraged to work within their personal knowledge and skill levels, ensuring that techniques are applied safely and effectively while building confidence in one's practice. Special attention will be given to practicing in a self-reflective manner, providing opportunities for participants to assess their abilities and refine their touch. By the end of the webinar, participants will gain both theoretical and practical insights into Table Thai Massage, leaving with actionable tools to enhance their practice, grounded in evidence, skill development, and ongoing self-reflection.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

- Identify contraindications for performing Thai Massage

- Understand the fundamentals of Table Thai Massage, including its therapeutic benefits and how it combines traditional Thai techniques with the support of a massage table.

- Integrate evidence-based approaches to stretching and mobilizing the lumbar spine and hips into their practice, building on the knowledge they’ve already acquired during their training.

- Apply familiar therapeutic principles in new ways to improve mobility and promote musculoskeletal health through Table Thai Massage.

- Confidently within their own knowledge and skill levels and incorporate Table Thai Massage techniques into their existing practice.

CMTO Competencies:

- Practice in a manner consistent with current developments in the profession

- Function in a client centred manner

- Apply the Principles of sensitive practice

About the Presenter

Andre DeCairos, RMT

Andre DeCairos is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) specializing in Traditional Thai Massage and Chi Nei Tsang therapy. As a business owner and educator, he has earned recognition as a speaker at the Canadian Massage Conference and as a judge at the Canadian Nuad Thai Championship and Canadian Massage Championship. Andre's commitment to the profession has made him a respected figure in the industry. He began teaching in 2008 at Wellsprings College of Massage Therapy and has since worked at the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy and Medix College. Currently, he focuses on providing continuing education to individuals privately and with educational institutions. Through his studies of wellness practices with monks in Thailand and Canada, Andre has developed a unique approach to pain relief and maintaining personal health.

Notes:

-Registration Deadline: Tuesday, May 19 by 9:00am.
-All webinar registrations are on a first-come, first-served basis due to limited capacity on total registrations per webinar.
-Webinar will be recorded. All registered participants will receive a link to the webinar recording. Access to the recording will be available for up to 3 months from the webinar date.
-Early bird deadline expires 2 weeks before the webinar date.
-This webinar is a repeat of the session held in May 2025.

Recording Consent Disclaimer for RMTAO Webinars:

This webinar will be recorded. By registering for the event, you are providing your consent to being recorded and the use of your image and voice by the RMTAO in replaying the webinar in the future.

rmtPRO Facial Massage (Level 1)

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

rmtPRO Facial Massage (Level 1)

Cost

Early Bird price $945 + HST
Regular price $1050 + HST

Ottawa May 20th, 21st, 22nd 2026

The rmtPRO Facial Massage course was written specifically to adhere to the RMT scope of

practice within Canada. Our first lecture is always sope of practice, in which we learn about the differences between a "facial " and a professional RMT Facial Massage. In this 3 day packed out class learn the assessment of the soft tissue and joints of the face, neck, and decollete. Apply therapeutic massage techniques for the treatment and prevention of physical dysfunction and pain of the soft tissues and joint, including, Buccal Technique and appropriate post surgical scare tissue work and nerve impingement treatment. Learn how to develop, maintain, rehabilitate, or augment the functioning of the tissue and relieve pain in these areas. Gain understanding for how we adjust and work with clients who have undergone modern cosmetic medical procedures such a neuromodulators and fillers, when it is and is not appropriate to treat. Master the techniques you need to meet you clients goals for treatment through proper assessment and by applying your new knowledge and tayloring the treatment to your unique practice situation. Dive into the biochemistry of appropriate massage mediums for facial massage treatment, and how to ethically grow a solid second stream of retail income if you so choose.

Instructor Bio:

Brandi started her education in facial massage before becoming a RMT in 2004. After understanding the western concepts behind the traditional treatments knew she would incorporate facial massage treatment within her practice. In 2021 Brandi started to teach the Swedish, Hungarian, Chinese, and Thai facial massage systems that she had learned and practiced through a contemporary massage lens, allowing for respect towards traditional concepts while building a foundation of rational and evidence informed facial treatment.

Brandi works and lives in small town Saskatchewan, has a busy varied practice, and finds a deep satisfaction when her clients are joyfully surprised after experiencing all the therapeutic benefits of facial massage treatment.