College of Midwives of Ontario
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.
In advance of the College’s Board Meeting, the Registrar-CEO prepares her report to assure the Board that the College operates effectively and achieves its strategic goals, and that the Registrar performs per the expected duties outlined in the Board’s Governance Policies.
This year marks the 30th anniversary of Black History Month in Canada, an opportunity to honour and reflect on the enduring contributions of Black communities across generations. Guided by the theme “Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations – From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries,” we recognize the legacy of Black midwives whose knowledge, leadership, and care sustained communities in the face of systemic exclusion, and whose impact continues to shape midwifery and reproductive justice across the country today.
This April, the College will be holding Board elections for three Professional Director positions. We are now seeking nominations for the upcoming election.
The Canadian Association of Midwives and the National Council of Indigenous Midwives, in partnership with McMaster University, have published educational materials to build the capacity of midwives to recognize and respond safely to family violence. We encourage midwives to click the link below to review their practical resources.
Read our digital newsletter for information about expanded access to laboratory and point of care tests for midwifery clients; changes to the Designated Drugs and Substances Regulation; why the College rescinded the Blood Borne Virus Standard; practice advice; the recording of our recent webinar on ableism in health care; Board highlights; and more!