Blood Borne Virus Standard {ON CALL Spring 2022}
June 14, 2022
The following update is from the Spring 2022 edition of the ON CALL Newsletter.
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Quality Assurance Reporting in 2021
May 11, 2021
In light of the extraordinary circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic, midwives will not be required to report on their participation in the Quality Assurance Program for the 2020-21 year.
Renewal 2021 Announcement
May 11, 2021
In light of the ongoing circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and the various pressures facing midwives, we are pleased to announce that we are streamlining renewal 2021 and extending the renewal period.
Message from the Chair
May 11, 2021
It has been an exceptionally difficult year, but your collective resilience remains strong and unwavering. I want to use this space to acknowledge the challenges we have all been through both personally and professionally, and to thank you for the incredible work you do.
From the Registrar
May 11, 2021
Through the COVID-19 crisis, we have seen existing inequities in our province widen and deepen. The College's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion has remained steadfast and I would like to share a few updates from our work with you.
CMRE postponed
May 11, 2021
On April 9, 2021, the Canadian Midwifery Regulators Council announced that the May 6, 2021 sitting of the Canadian Midwifery Registration Exam (CMRE) was being postponed due to the status of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The exam may be rescheduled prior to the fall sitting which is due to take place on October 28, 2021.
New Class Change Policy
May 11, 2021
On April 1, 2021, a new class change policy came into effect. The Requalification Program Approval and Registrar Authorization Policy establishes a streamlined process for inactive certificate holders applying for re-issuance of a General certificate of registration, in accordance with section 15(4)(b) of the Registration Regulation, where a requalification program is required.
2021-2026 Strategic Plan
May 11, 2021
The College has spent the last year reflecting on the changes we have made as an organization, and the changes we need to make to fulfil our potential as a regulator. These discussions culminated at our March 24, 2021 meeting, where Council approved the College’s new strategic direction for 2021-2026, a plan we’ve called Working with Midwives, Working for the Public.
March and December Council Highlights
May 11, 2021
Our Council meetings are open to members and the public. If any of these highlights from the December and March meetings interest you, you can click to read more in the meeting materials.
2021 Registration Application
May 11, 2021
The 2021 College of Midwives of Ontario Application Form and Handbook are available on the College’s website in the Applicants section.