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Joining the OPA is easy. Simply fill in the online application, which will be reviewed within 5 business days. 

Questions about your application? Contact us

From a professional standpoint, the OPA has built a professional network via our referral services, Listserv, and website as well as webinars and conferences that help provide education, links to research and connecting with your peers.  Not to mention that a strong membership helps build a positive enhancement of our profile with Government, key stakeholders and to the public which in turn increases our influence, visibility and allow us to better support our members.

Naturally, there is also the discounted BMS liability Insurance we offer our members. Despite COVID the OPA has achieved a lot this year, including development of partnerships with Ontario 211, OCFP, AFHTO, NPAO, Alliance for Heathier Communities, for mental health treatment. We partnered with the City of Toronto to ensure Toronto's frontline workers receive the mental health support they need including hosting a City wide conference on Managing Mental Health in the Workplace.  

This year the OPA was selected to present at the 27^th Annual Canadian Conference on Global Health with the Red Cross. We also announced an incredible discount perks program for our members that includes discounts from over 3000 businesses. We started our ON Psych Podcasts with host Dr Jonathan Douglas. We created a Quarterly OPA Newsletter as well as a monthly Marketplace Newsletter. 

Our Advocacy efforts with the current provincial government have included advocating for expanding the scope of practice to include prescribing, Autism, Long Term Care workers, Auto Insurance reform, COVID Psychological support program, improve Post Secondary psychological support services, address Development Services Ontario access and services issues to name a few. 

Questions about membership? Need assistance renewing your membership?   

Contact Jamie Murray at [email protected] or 416-305-8761.

Alternatively, you can contact our main office at [email protected] or 416-961-5552. 

Learn about the Benefits of Membership

Membership Categories

Accepted Methods of Payment:

• e-transfer (contact [email protected] for details)
• Credit Card (PayPal- Through member profile, by phone, or a direct link can sent)
• Cheque (to PO Box 42507 EASTOWN CENTRE PO, Toronto ON  M1K 5K2)

[1] Student Affiliate: Enrollment as a full-time student in an undergraduate or graduate psychology fulltime program in a Canadian or International university. This category excludes registered psychologists or Psychological Associates. A letter of admission or transcript from a university to demonstrate enrollment into a psychology program is required and must be sent to [email protected] once an application has been submitted. 

[2] Retired/On Leave: Members who are retired or are currently on parental or disability leave may apply to the OPA for a reduction in their membership fees. A Change of status by the College of Psychologists and Behavioural Analysts of Ontario may be needed.

[3] Out of Province: Requires proof of active registration in a province or territory (in Canada) other than Ontario. This category does not qualify for discounted liability insurance.

[4] Supervised Practice: Registration with the College of Psychologists and Behavioural Analysts of Ontario as a Psychologist or Psychological Associate holding a Certificate Authorizing Supervised Practice.

[5] Early Career Psychologists (ECP) and Early Career Psychological Associates (ECPA): Registration with the College of Psychologists and Behavioural Analysts of Ontario as a Psychologist or Psychological Associate holding a Certificate Authorizing Autonomous, dated within two (2) years of membership application or renewal. Those with Interim certificates must demonstrate ECP status. Must be a resident of Ontario.

[6] New/Regular: First time new members who meet the criteria for a regular membership.

[7] Professional Affiliate: A minimum of a Master of Arts/Master of Science degree in psychology or an equivalent is required. While employed by or under the supervision of a Psychologist or Psychological Associate; OR certification or licensure by a College or Board of a profession whose members work collaboratively with Psychologists or Psychological Associates. This category does not qualify for access to our Referral Directory or discounted liability insurance 

[8] Dual Membership: Must be a Regular member with OPA, as well as a member with either the Canadian Psychological Association or Ottawa Academy of Psychology. Proof of membership required.

[9] Regular: Registration with the College of Psychologists and Behavioural Analysts of Ontario as a Psychologist or Psychological Associate holding a Certificate Authorizing Autonomous or Interim Practice who no longer meets the criteria for membership in the Early Career Category. Must be a resident of Ontario.