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ANNUAL REPORT : 2024
Board of Directors' and Administrative Reports
PRESIDENT - CAMILLE LAPIERRE
Welcome to all new members and hello again to you valued members of MTAS!
The main focus of 2024 continued to include an active participation in the Saskatchewan College of Massage Therapists Working Group as well as the Board targeting engagement and connection with our members.
Marketing
The clean-up of our website continues to be a priority. Our social media platforms were also at the top of our list and we created an MTAS members-only Facebook group. Please look us up, answer the group specific questions and join the friendly chat!
Meetings
Monthly meetings are still the preferred format for our Board meeting. September, October, January, February, April and June are set for meeting online via Zoom. We meet in person three times a year at our Strategic Planning weekend, Holiday/Christmas Board social and pre-AGM and AGM.
Legislation
The Saskatchewan College of Massage Therapists Working Group took a break meeting in September and October 2024 due to the provincial elections. We were at a halt in how we were to progress as the government had introduced a new Umbrella Legislation in November of 2023. This Umbrella Legislation will group all of the regulated health professions under one Act: Bill 120 – The Miscellaneous Statutes (Health Professions) Amendment Act, 2022. Its purpose in large part is to bring consistency to the disciplinary process. In addition, instead of individual health professions Acts bringing forth amendments, future Umbrella Legislation amendments will apply to all. A final consultation to all stakeholders will happen in the next few months. This Act is moving fast with the possibility of coming into force Spring of 2025. The administrative and regulatory bylaws drafts are complete but will need to be revised so they correspond to this new Act.
The grandfathering process from CMMOTA(Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association), NHPC(Natural Health Practitioners of Canada, and of course, MTAS has been established. Full/practicing members in good standing will be eligible. This eligibility will be included in the regulatory bylaws as a grandfathering clause and will potentially state the following criteria:
- full/practicing members only of the 3 associations are eligible
- proof of SK residency
- agreed upon list of required documents
- a clear definition of what is a member in good standing
In addition, to avoid work interruption all registrants would be granted a temporary license and will have 21 days to submit all required documents. Failing to do so would result in a loss of eligibility under the grandfathering clause and require reapplication as required by the initial registration.
We have moved on to working on the Standards of Practice which will lead into policies. A special recognition to the College of Physical Therapists who have given us permission to use their Standards of Practice document to adapt it for a draft for our College. MTAS is able to continue communicating with Rebecca Bayliss, Senior Policy Analyst with the Ministry of Health, who is the lead in the Umbrella legislation project.
A huge thanks to Ken Ansell, Todd Rintoul and Lori Green for their continued commitment to this project.
MTAS
A troubling trend our association has been noticing is the amount of first year students advertising work hours and pricing. We do have a student membership as an option but we absolutely do not issue any billing numbers. MTAS fully understands that students are required to fulfill a required number of practical hours and it is not as straight forward for those attending school primarily online and have no access to a student clinic. We reiterate our position on students working as an inappropriate practice in our profession. MTAS supports this position along with the Canadian Massage Therapist Association Position Statement on this matter:
https://crmta.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CMTA-Position-Statement-on-Students-Working-Final.pdf
CMTA
Lori and I attended the online CMTA AGM on April 11th, 2024 as well as the CMTA in person meeting September 5th, 2024 which coincided with the first CMTA national conference hosted by the RMTBC. The CMTA Conference, as well as the RMTBC Research Conference from 2022, have been transformative and inspirational. I strongly recommend the lecture format of various speakers sharing their relevant and most recent research knowledge. The Canadian Massage Therapy conference we are sponsoring in September can have the capacity to have so many more of our members in attendance to hear the message of how massage therapy is evolving in Canada and in the world. Stayed tuned for announcements for the Canadian Massage Therapy Conference via email and on our social media platforms.
Acknowledgements
“Your body is precious. It is our vehicle for awakening. Treat it with care." -Buddha
Buddha’s wisdom applies perfectly to the philosophy behind the massage therapy that we, as RMT’s, provide to our patients. Remember to care for yourselves to be able to continue providing the much-appreciated care you offer.
Thank you to each and every one of you members of MTAS for making this association the great association it is! Thank you as well to all of you for your continued support in my role as your President of the Massage Therapist Association of Saskatchewan.
A huge thank you to my fellow Board members: Jordan Smith, Aileen Tran-Mapletoft, Natalie Cargan, and Lara Brierley. We regretfully accepted the resignations of Tim Rutley and Amanda Gara in October. Thank you all for your hard work dedication to our association. Best of luck to Tim and Amanda in your future endeavors.
And last but not least, a tremendous thank you to our amazing staff: Executive Director Lori Green, Member Services Manager Jayne Little and Chief Examiner Mieka Dueckman. So much happens behind the scenes and your hard work does not go unnoticed. We could not ask for better people who are most often the first contact the public has with MTAS.
Respectfully submitted,
Camille Lapierre, RMT, President of the MTAS Board of Directors
VICE PRESIDENT - JORDAN SMITH
Hello, Tansi to all our current members and to the new members who have joined us in the last year.
This year brought forth continued growth for MTAS as an association that is working on sustainable growth as we continue through the legislation process.
Throughout the year there have been some changes on our current board and I would like to extend a sincere thank you to Tim Rutley and Amanda Gara for your service.
Over the past year, my primary focus has been collaborating closely with our Executive Director, Lori Green, and incredible Jayne Little to guide the website redesign process. Throughout the year, we held several in-person meetings to brainstorm our vision for the new website, including its features and functionality. When the time came, we sent multiple RFPs to various website development companies and carefully reviewed our site, page by page. Ultimately, we chose Redding Designs based on the valued recommendation of our marketing company, and their competitive pricing. We recognize that this is an ongoing process, as there are many moving parts involved.
It remains a pleasure to work alongside Lara Brierley on her con-ed committee and to be involved in the MTAS cadaver labs. Additionally, Aileen Tran Mapletoft and I have been managing our private members' Facebook page as well as our main page. While social media may seem intimidating, it's more time-intensive than anything. As our community continues to grow, we're always looking for new ways to enhance engagement and make our platforms more interactive for everyone.
As was first brought up at last year's AGM, we were able to form a committee with two of our members to discuss the retiree membership category. I wish to personally thank Camille Lapierre, Lori Green and members Tony Senz and Karry Sali for the time they have dedicated to this committee and for their valued input. It is with the valued input from our membership, where MTAS really shines and grows.
The next year ahead will be continued work on the website and growing as a member based association with the opening of the College.
Respectfully submitted
Maarsii
Jordan R. Smith - Vice President
COMPLAINTS AND INVESTIGATION - NATALIE CARGAN
Dear Esteemed Members of MTAS,
As we reflect on the passing year, I am truly honored to serve alongside such a dedicated and accomplished Board of Directors. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to our President, Camille Lapierre; Vice-President, Jordan Smith; Secretary, Aileen Tran Mapletoft; and Continuing Education Chair, Lara Brierley. You unwavering commitment to this Association and the profession is both inspiring and a privilege to work alongside. A warm and heartfelt thank you to our past Treasure, Amanda Gara, and past PR Chair Tim Rutley. Your dedication and hard work have made a lasting impact on our Association, and we are so grateful for everything you’ve done. Your presence is deeply missed but your contributions will always be remembered.
To Lori Green, our Executive Director; Jayne Little, our Member Services Manager, and Mieka Dueckman our Chief Examiner, I express deep appreciation for your tireless contributions. Your efforts are not only noticed but truly strengthen our organization. We are all grateful for your dedication for consistently going above and beyond.
And lastly, a special thanks also goes to the Investigations Committee members, Dalyce Oja and Chrystal Dubois. Your dedication and hard work this year have been invaluable and I am thankful for your continued commitment to the Committee.
The primary role of the Complaints and Investigations Committee is to safeguard the public and maintain the integrity of the profession, as well as the reputation of MTAS by addressing unprofessional conduct. This is achieved through the enforcement of MTAS’s Bylaws and Code of Ethics.
This year there were three concluded complaints for the period of October 31, 2023 – November 1, 2024. The following table is a summary of the complaint made and the outcome of each investigation.
Ongoing Member Suspensions
| Reference | Reason | Outcome |
| 2022.05.15 | Allegations which led to an arrest and criminal investigation | Ongoing. Pending on the outcome of the trial. |
Respectfully submitted,
Natalie Cargan - Complaints and Investigations Chair
COMPETENCY/CONTINUING EDUCATION - LARA BRIERLEY
This year the Competency Committee approved 81 courses that were submitted for assessment. These submissions offer our members over 1000 hours of learning, 300 hours more than last year. This does not include the webinars and conferences that were also offered throughout the year to our members, some of which were free to attend.
A review of the Continuing Education/Competency Handbook is underway. This handbook has all the information the members may need with respect to Continuing Education. This can be found in the members section of the website.
I would like to remind the membership that learning, refreshing knowledge, and taking courses is an expected part of our profession and many other professions. There is always a yearning for more information and more experience and more options within our practices. These days, there are unlimited learning options online, from small hour-long offerings to grand days-long opportunities. However, please remember that not all learning we choose to do is in-scope for massage therapy and thus cannot be granted credits towards your total needed in the three-year window. If you are interested in a course and want to know its potential for credits, please contact the office.
Thank you to Jayne Little and Lori Green. I do not know how you manage to complete everything you do, but thank you for keeping us all going. Thank you to my current and previous committee members Jordan Smith and Katelyn Pidperyhora for your hours of time and thought, and to the Board for all your continued hard work. I also thank the membership for your submissions of courses, your questions, and for continuing to learn.
Lara Brierley, RMT, CLT-LANA - Competency Chair
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - LORI GREEN
This year has been one of reflection - looking back at MTAS before Legislation and looking through the door at MTAS after Legislation.
We have long had the history of being both Association and somewhat of a regulator; hopefully soon we will no longer need to have dual responsibility. The College will oversee membership standards, discipline, provide exams and protect the public. MTAS will become the advocate for the professional massage therapist and help our membership navigate through this new College environment.
The question is when will the College be in place? I know that the membership is anxious to have all of this answered. Believe me, we would love to have those answers to share with you. The President has outlined in her report what we are currently facing and the next steps that are ahead of.
The Legislation committee of Camille Lapierre, Todd Rintoul and Ken Ansell is working extremely hard to move this process further forward. We have monthly meetings with the working group and work as a team outside those meetings, accumulating hundreds of hours of volunteer time annually. I cannot thank you enough for the hard work, effort and knowledge that you have brought to the table.
Strategic Initiatives:
The Board has been looking at the strategic plan that was written in 2023–2025 regarding the life cycle of a non-profit and trying to implement strategies that we think will enable the membership to be an integral part of the Board’s initiatives and grow the organization to be effective when Legislation is enacted in our Province.
We have summarized that MTAS is in the process of the “turnaround stage”. We need to restructure our programming, finances, and marketing strategies to fit the MTAS member in this new market.
The Board and Management have recognized that we need to be brave, with a strong sense of direction, and the ability to create confidence in you while we move forward and mobilize effectively through the transition process. The Board needs to be vibrant, approachable and responsive.
We have suggested financial changes to address the deficit that we have had the past two years, and have begun to steady the budget. We are happy to have an excellent collaborator in Brian Murray - accountant, and have benefitted from the leadership of Amanda Gara (retired), and now look forward to the new leadership of Treasurer Pascale Gleisberg to assist in financial management.
The current process of providing con-ed courses from popular or current providers has not been meeting expectations as they once did. We are looking toward finding a balance between education, events and financial stability. We need insight from the membership and hope that you will see fit to step onto a committee and or an ad hoc committee to help steer the Association ahead in this area.
We continue to struggle with our programming and have been reassessing what we bring in and how we might provide further continuing education. We determined that we would partner with a well-known and respected group and participate as a major sponsor in the Canadian Massage Conference (CMC) that will occur this upcoming year in September. This indeed is a new endeavor for the Association, and we are hopeful that its format and all-inclusive styling will offer something for everyone.
Information continues to move between the members and the Board through internal methods and Facebook. We now have a “members only section” in our Facebook presence that has generated good conversation and interesting facts and observations. We invite all members of MTAS to join and be part of the collective.
Website:
Improvement to the website design and material has begun this year and we are working with RD Design to put a new face on the website. We hope that our members and the general public will find it easier to navigate when searching for information. Please remember that there is a lot of information behind the log in for members-only. If you have misplaced or forgotten your log in credentials, please contact the office. This is a large overhaul, and we hope that it will be up and running in the spring/summer months. Thank you to Jayne Little and Jordan Smith for the work on this project with me.
Affinity Program:
Over the past year, we have added four new partner groups, all in the business services category:
- Affective Consulting
- Click-4-Time
- Magnaltus Consulting
- Wellness News
We encourage you to continue to support these and all our other affinity partners. You can find the complete listing, including details of each agreement, in the members-only section of our website.
CMTA:
The CMTA revised its bylaws in September. Having stepped down from the management team to focus on MTAS, I will continue as a consultant and participate as needed. Camille Lapierre will serve as the Board delegate for our province.
I would like to thank the Board of Directors for their dedication to MTAS with monthly evening meetings and committee meetings outside of those hours. This small and humble group work for you, the membership. We were sad to see Amanda Gara and Tim Rutley step down this year from the Board of Directors but thank them for their service. Camille Lapierre, President is never more than a phone call away and puts in long hard hours working within the committees, the office and the Board. Jordan Smith, Aileen Tran Mapletoft, Lara Brierley and Natalie Cargan, thank you for your consistent input and willingness to put in the arduous work and yes, sometimes make hard decisions.
I am proud to work with the membership, the Board and affiliate partners in massage therapy. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with Mieka Dueckman and Jayne Little on our administrative duties. Thank you for your great team work.
Jayne and I have served this Association for 18 and 19 years, respectively. I want to take a minute to recognize her dedication, passion and hard work as she has been a pillar of MTAS. Jayne has unwavering commitment and excellence to everything she does inside and outside of MTAS. Jayne is more than a colleague or a Member Services Manager - her willingness to go above and beyond have made a lasting impact on MTAS. From setting up tables for workshops, to writing continuing education handbooks, she tackles these with the same determination. Your dedication does not go unnoticed. Your hard work and passion set a standard for excellence that we all strive to meet. Thank you for your unwavering commitment, your relentless drive, and the impact you’ve made on the standards of MTAS. I look forward to working with you in the months ahead before your retirement.
To the members, please keep calling and writing the office or the Board of Directors - it is your voice that keeps the Association running.
Sincerely,
Lori Green - Executive Director
MEMBER SERVICES MANAGER - JAYNE L. LITTLE
Membership Composition as of September 11, 2024 (just prior to renewal time):
9 - Students.
6 - Auxiliary.
6 - Honourary.
48 - Non-practicing.
26 - Non-resident practicing.
729 – Practicing.
TOTAL: 824
Changes between November 1, 2023, and October 31, 2024:
13 retired.
2 deceased.
5 changed careers.
3 switched to NHPCA/CMMOTA (changed focus of practice).
9 relinquished membership - moved out of province.
4 removed by MTAS for non-payment of fees.
16 members switched from practicing to non-practicing status.
7 members switched from non-practicing to practicing status.
We reinstated 4 members who had previously let their membership lapse.
We welcomed 17 new members, including one who relocated from a regulated province.
Current number of members (March 2024): 791
Operations
Once again, thank you to Lori and the Board for allowing me to work from home two days each week. I am still available in the Saskatoon office on Monday and Thursday and am happy to accommodate appointments, as necessary.
October 31, 2024, was the end of the 3-year con-ed window. We granted 3-month extensions to the fifteen (15) members who applied for this privilege. While the majority of members were able to complete the con-ed requirements within the time period allowed, we removed three (3) members from the Association’s register for non-compliance. i.e., they had not completed the required credits and did not apply for an extension. We continue to offer support for those members for whom compliance with regulatory requirements is a constant struggle, however the Bylaws apply equally to all members. Being a member of the Association demands accountability and a professional responsibility to adhere to these regulations.
The majority of members are now regularly using the self-service tools we have implemented for managing your own con-ed records and completing the annual renewal process. We anticipate this will be a mandatory requirement once the Saskatchewan College of Massage Therapy is operational, when members will be responsible for more day-to-day tasks, so by providing these tools now we are preparing you in advance for a smooth transition. While we recognize that this is a significant effort for those members who are less familiar with electronic systems, it is now the norm across the professional healthcare world and beyond, and provides efficiencies and cost-savings, as well as resulting in far fewer late renewals.
We confirmed a new long-term contract with a church group to rent our classroom space monthly to host their congregation. We are pleased to have extended this contract into 2025.
Membership Pins
This year we have mailed out 118 long-service pins to our members:
5 years – 22 members (2020- reg. numbers)
10 years – 27 members (2015- reg. numbers)
15 years – 23 members (2010- reg. numbers)
20 years – 25 members (2005- reg. numbers)
25 years – 21 members (2000- reg. numbers)
Congratulations and thank you to all for your continued loyalty to the only Saskatchewan-based massage therapy association and for your long-term commitment to the profession. The complete list of pins awarded is here.
Workshops
We are seeing strong growth in the trend for the majority of course providers to submit virtual learning options vs. in person courses. In spite of this, to accommodate those members who tell us that they prefer hands-on learning, the Association has continued to offer in-person workshops.
Amanda Everitt, certified Red Cross instructor, offered 24 CPR/SFA classes in our Saskatoon office space throughout the year. Members often report enjoying Amanda’s style of teaching, and we will continue with this arrangement. In 2024 the Canadian Red Cross adopted new standards for the Standard First Aid & CPR C AED recertification courses. As of August 31, a recertification course has reverted to a full day in person instead of the 4-hour blended learning option.
Our decades-long relationship continued with Dr. Mohamed, head of the University of Saskatchewan Department of Anatomy, with us hosting our customary two cadaver labs in May and September. We are saddened that these labs are no longer selling out, despite opening up registration to non-MTAS therapists and chiropractors. Historically we used to have a long waiting list for these events, which is no longer the case. The September lab, which was the last in-person con-ed event towards the end of the 3-year con-ed window, only saw 16 registrants, whereas the capacity is 25. If this trend continues this year, we will have no choice but to review the feasibility of continuing. Being able to attend these labs is a privilege we have fiercely guarded; after such a long affiliation it would be a shame to lose it. The MTAS member registration fee for the 6-hour private anatomy workshop with a prominent University professor is $185.00 including pizza lunch. The costs of hosting the lab have increased out of proportion to this fee, and the majority of recent participants have indicated they are not prepared to pay more to attend.
Our workshop in conjunction with last April’s AGM in Regina, with Marcus Blumensaat, RMT, was also not as well attended as we had expected, with only 13 attendees. This was significantly lower than planned but Marcus graciously agreed to renegotiate the contract, so we were not forced to disappoint those who did register by cancelling the event. Marcus was very complimentary about the level of engagement at the event and was thrilled to share his knowledge with those who did attend. Feedback from the attendees was overwhelmingly positive.
For the first time post-COVID, we were excited to finally be able to bring back nationally respected instructor Dr. Nikita Vizniak from BC in Regina in November 2023. Dr. Nik is immensely popular throughout Canada, regularly selling out his workshops in BC within hours. Yet, here in Saskatchewan, we again faced the recurring issue of disappointingly low numbers (12 attendees Saturday and 10 attendees Sunday). This has become an unmistakable trend with the workshops we host and is a significant cause for concern.
In late April, 2024, Cathy Ryan, RMT from BC addressed 54 participants via webinar in MTAS’s first attempt at hosting virtual education. This was a considerably higher registration than we expected, and Cathy’s specialty knowledge of scar tissue and fascia received high praise from those attending. Encouraged by this success, Cathy and MTAS are keen to continue this concept in 2025.
Once again we saw several approved con-ed providers attempt to hold in-person workshops in Saskatchewan and cancel due to low or no registrations.
In light of these recent outcomes, we are now compelled to consider whether the Association can continue to host live, in-person workshops as the cost of bringing in top-quality course providers is considerable and increases annually (meeting space and A/V equipment, accommodation, flights, meals, instructor fees.) We are not seeing the returns necessary to cover the costs due to such low levels of registration, and operating in a situation where expenditure outweighs revenue is unsustainable. It has always been our policy that each workshop must operate at least on a break-even basis. To do otherwise would mean that members are funding other members’ con-ed, as our only significant source of revenue is membership fees. It is frustrating to hear from members that you want live workshops, yet when it comes to commitment and payment, we are more often than not seeing registration numbers that are alarmingly low. Lori and I have worked for the past 18 years to build strong relationships with highly qualified, experienced and respected course providers, only to now be faced with the possibility of the Association’s reputation becoming tarnished and a reluctance on the part of instructors to work with us. We welcome your ideas and suggestions for a resolution to this dilemma.
As I reflect on my journey, 2024 marks my 18th year with the Association, and this will be my final AGM report as I prepare to retire. The Association has been a cornerstone of my life for nearly two decades - half of my career - and my role has evolved significantly in that time. For someone who thrives on new challenges and typically seeks change every 3-7 years, I view my tenure as a testament to the breadth and demands of this position. As recognized by a veteran RMT several years ago, I’ve always approached my work with a deep sense of vocation, treating it not as a job, but as if I were running my own business.
A heartfelt thank you to Lori Green for being an exceptional colleague, mentor, and friend. From the very beginning, we were in sync, and I’ve always appreciated your trust in me to handle the responsibilities of this position with minimal oversight. Our complementary styles have made us a strong team, and working alongside you has been a true pleasure. Thank you also to my other team-mate, Mieka Dueckman, Chief Examiner. The exams have become a well-oiled machine under your leadership, and I appreciate the diligence and enthusiasm you bring to this process.
I am grateful for the challenges and opportunities for both personal and professional growth that have emerged from the progress we’ve witnessed and achieved together. I trust that my contributions will leave a lasting legacy, providing a solid foundation for the next person to carry the torch forward.
"The harder you work, the harder it is to surrender." —Vince Lombardi.
Thank you.
Jayne L. Little, B.A. (Hons)
Member Services Manager
EXAMINATION - MIEKA DUECKMAN
Congratulations and welcome to all the new members that joined us in 2024! Good luck to you as you start your professional career as an RMT.
Last year we continued to offer 3 sittings (January, June and August) of our Membership Qualifying Exam. The January sitting was cancelled due to there being no candidates. From the remaining June and August sittings we received 11 new members to our association which again, was down from the previous year. The consistent decrease in candidate participation and mastering of our exams from year to year is concerning on many levels.
In 2024, our exam and exam process stayed the same with some candidates still struggling due to the lack of education given. This continues to make it difficult and frustrating for our team of examiners. We consistently see candidates that struggle with meeting the basic level competency for massage therapy. It is our goal to keep the line of communication open with all schools to help aid students with meeting national standards.
Many thanks go out to the exam team and Jayne as it would not be possible without them.
NOMINATIONS REPORT - JORDAN SMITH
The 2023-2024 MTAS Board of Directors consisted of 8 members:
- Camille Lapierre - President
- Jordan Smith - Vice President
- Aileen Tran-Mapletoft - Secretary
- Amanda Gara – Finance (resigned)
- Natalie Cargan – Complaints and Investigation
- Lara Brierley – Competency/Continuing Education
- Tim Rutley – Public Relations – (resigned)
I would like thank and acknowledge the dedication and many hours of hard work to our Board members and thank Amanda Gara and Tim Rutley for their service on the Board of Directors.
Two members will be continuing their second-year terms: Lara Brierley and Jordan Smith.
The following members are letting their name stand for another term: Camille Lapierre, Aileen Tran Mapletoft and Natalie Cargan. We have two open positions for members to submit their names for the 2024-26 term. Pascale Wouters who has served as interim Finance Chair since November of 2024 has been nominated for one of the positions. The second position, previously public relations, has transitioned to social media chair and remains open for nominations.
The nomination form is included in this AGM package. If you are interested in running for the Board of Directors, please submit the completed form to the office prior to March 22, so we can distribute your nomination information prior to the AGM.
Bylaws
3.1 Number and Term of Board Members
The Board shall consist of not less than five (5) Board members, four (4) of whom shall also be the officers of the Association and no more than ten (10) Board members. Subject to the Act and the Articles, the Members may, by ordinary resolution passed at an annual general meeting, increase the number of Board members. Each Board Member or Officer (herein collectively referred to as “Board Members”) shall hold office for a term of two (2) years commencing on the date of election. The offices of the Association shall be President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Past-President. The Board members at the first meeting of the Board shall choose the President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer. The first board meeting will occur after the Annual General Meeting. Notwithstanding Section 3.3, the Member who held the office of President of the Association for the term of office immediately prior to an annual general meeting at which a new President is elected shall, if willing to do so, continue to act as a Director/Officer of the Association, without election by the Members, for the next ensuing term of office and shall hold the office of Past President.
3.2 Eligibility for Election
Any practicing Member or Non-resident Practicing Member with voting rights, in good standing, with the exception of an owner or operator of a massage therapy training school, or director of another massage therapy association, who is qualified to act as a director pursuant to the Act shall be eligible for election to the Board. A retiring Board Member shall be eligible for re-election. All interested applicants who are eligible for election or re- election to the Board of Directors must have the MTAS application form submitted a minimum of twenty-one days prior to the Annual General Meeting. All applicants’ biographies will be provided in the Annual General Meeting reports
3.3 Election at Annual General Meeting
At each annual general meeting of the Association the Members shall elect Board Members to fill the vacant board positions. Each Board Member that has served for the immediately preceding term shall retire at the dissolution or adjournment of the annual general meeting and the Members entitled to vote thereat shall elect Board Members to replace such retiring Board Members. The Member who held the position of President immediately prior to the election of a new Board at an annual general meeting shall be deemed to have been elected as a Board Member of the Association and shall hold the office of Past-President.
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