College of Midwives of Ontario
Processing complaints is one important way we fulfil our mandate to protect the public. Information from complaints provides valuable insight into how midwifery care is experienced and how the complaint process can best support future care and the public’s trust in midwifery. These insights help us identify where updates to standards, practice advice, or education for the profession may be needed.
Congratulations to the successful candidates: Kelly Armstrong, Sonya Daljeet, and Maryam Rahimi Chatri. A total of 385 registrants, or 35% of eligible voters, cast ballots in the election.
Read our digital newsletter for a practice advisory on supporting clients in early labour; the election for professional Board Directors; the College’s new Strategic Plan; Board highlights; and more!
The College’s new strategic plan came into effect on April 1, 2026. The creation of the new plan was led by College staff in collaboration with Board Directors and Committee members and was informed by system partners, midwives, and members of the public. We’re excited to share highlights of our new plan which moves us forward in areas of equity, reconciliation, engagement, collaboration, and in our regulatory duties set out in legislation.
Midwives are able to provide a variety of immunizations to their clients to prevent the spread of communicable illness in Ontario. New research suggests that immunization rates in Ontario are falling, and midwifery clients – in particular – show a lower rate of vaccination overall. We want to support midwives in having tough conversations that benefit the health of their clients and would like hear from midwives how we can help.
At their February meeting, the College’s Board approved a budget with a freeze on registrant fees, approved a new strategic plan for 2026-2029, appointed new non-Board members to committees, and more. Board materials are available online and we have highlighted a few key items here.
The program operates on a three-year cycle that begins when you first register with the College and continues throughout your career as a Registered Midwife. Participation is mandatory for all Ontario midwives. All midwives, whether general, supervised, transitional, or inactive, are required to actively maintain their Professional Development Portfolio.
The College of Midwives of Ontario is holding the 2026 Professional Board Director election from March 31, 2026, to April 30, 2026. Learn how eligible voters can cast their ballot today.
The College of Midwives of Ontario is looking to engage consultants to assist us with creating a public engagement campaign in Ontario. We aim to uphold the public interest by centering the lived experiences, cultural contexts, and individual dignity of those impacted by regulation.
Midwives NRP, CPR, and ES must be current on October 1, 2026, to meet the College’s registration renewal requirements. We recommend reviewing your documents now and making any necessary arrangements to ensure you will have current NRP, CPR, and ES on October 1, 2026.