This Board will ensure that persons working in this specific health profession have the appropriate academic credentials and competencies for entry to practice.
The composition of the Board shall reflect the cultural, ethnic, and regional diversity of the province.
The Board consists of:
• five directors elected from and by members in accordance with the by-laws
• two directors appointed by the Minister who are not massage therapists who are suitable to represent the public interest
• the Board elects from the directors a chairperson
Diversity in the backgrounds, skills, knowledge, and experience of appointed Board members can enhance the effectiveness of a Board by bringing a wider range of perspectives and knowledge. Examples may include:
• Knowledge of the Massage Therapy Act, 2005
• Ability to think strategically and engage in future-oriented discussion and planning
• Financial expertise/literacy/technological competence
• Ability to serve the public in a manner that protects and serves the public interest
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to listen actively, speak persuasively and write clearly and concisely
• Familiarity with the principals of good governance, including accountability, transparency and ethical conduct
• Leadership skills that foster a diverse and respectful environment
• Backgrounds: health care, public relations, governance, human resources, legal expertise
• Technological competency
The following attributes are important considerations in selecting members:
• Expressed interest in health care
• Previous board experience
• Knowledge of the massage therapist profession
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Appreciation of the responsibilities to the public
• Flexible, responsive and willing to consider others’ opinions
• Capable of a broad perspective on issues
• Ability to listen and work as a team member
• No direct or indirect conflict of interest
• Strong reasoning and conflict resolution skills
• Effective communication skills (written and oral)
• Leadership qualities
Board meetings generally last 45-75 minutes and are held a minimum of four times per year. In addition, members are required to attend the Board’s Annual General Meeting.
A person appointed by the Minister holds office for a term of three years and is eligible to be re-appointed.
Where a person appointed by the Minister holds office for a period of nine consecutive years, the person is not eligible for appointment as a member of the council until the expiration of 12 months from the end of the year in which they were last a member.
Where the term of office of a person appointed by the Minister expires, they will continue to be a member of the Board until re-appointed or replaced.
