OAMHP advocates for fair, equitable, and evidence-informed systems that recognize the essential role of mental health professionals in Ontario.
We work collaboratively with government, regulators, and partner organizations to remove systemic barriers, improve access to care, and strengthen the profession.
Our Priorities
OAMHP advocates for systems that strengthen access, equity, and collaboration in mental health care.
- Psychologists’ Scope of Practice: Submission to the Ministry of Health on proposed prescribing authority.
- Registration Modernization: Preparing feedback to CPBAO to ensure fairness and recognition for master’s-trained psychologists.
- WSIB Mental Health Program of Care: Supporting implementation of WSIB’s new collaborative care model.
Learn more → Current Advocacy Issues
Explore one of our recent advocacy milestones — HST Exemption from Psychotherapy Services
2023
May 11, 2023
Letter from Lindsay Mathyssen, MP, to Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance regarding Bill C-218, “An Act to Amend the Excise Tax” (psychotherapy services)
