National and global partners
Strengthening Canada’s podiatric community through collaboration, advocacy, and knowledge exchange at home and abroad.
Practicing podiatrists across Canada
Licensed, practicing podiatrists are the foundation of the CPMA and the core of its professional partnerships. The Find a podiatrist service highlights CPMA members who provide professional foot and ankle care in communities across Canada. Through CPMA membership, practitioners are supported by shared professional standards, collaboration, and representation at both national and international levels.
CPMA members are also part of a broader professional landscape, engaging with regulatory bodies, educational institutions, and allied organizations in Canada and internationally.
Professional partnerships and networks
The Canadian Podiatric Medical Association (CPMA) operates within a broad professional network connecting practitioners, educators, and regulatory bodies across Canada and internationally. Through these partnerships, CPMA supports consistent professional standards, fosters knowledge exchange, and advances the role of podiatric medicine within contemporary healthcare.
Canadian provincial organizations
CPMA works closely with provincial professional associations and regulatory colleges to support consistent standards of care, professional advocacy, and public protection. These organizations represent podiatrists locally, oversee regulation and licensing, and promote excellence in podiatric medicine across Canada.
Alberta
Alberta Podiatric Medical Association (ABPMA)
abpma.orgRepresents podiatrists holding Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degrees and promotes high standards of care throughout Alberta.
Association of Alberta Podiatric Surgeons
albertaps.caFocuses on advancing surgical practice, education, and collaboration among healthcare professionals in Alberta.
College of Podiatric Physicians of Alberta
albertapodiatry.comThe regulatory body overseeing professional conduct and licensing for podiatrists in Alberta.
British Columbia
British Columbia Podiatric Medical Association (BCPMA)
bcpodiatrists.caRepresents licensed podiatrists and promotes excellence in podiatric medicine across BC.
College of Podiatric Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC)
cpsbc.caThe provincial regulator responsible for ensuring safe and competent podiatric care under the BC Health Professions Act.
Manitoba
Manitoba Podiatry Association
mbpodiatry.caNon-profit organization representing the profession and promoting podiatric awareness in Manitoba.
College of Podiatrists of Manitoba
copom.orgA regulatory body that ensures professional standards and protects the public interest.
New Brunswick
New Brunswick Podiatry Association
nbpodiatry.orgPromoting awareness of podiatric medicine and foot health in the province.
Nova Scotia
College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
cpsns.ns.caServes the public by regulating the province’s physicians, podiatrists, and physician assistants.
Nova Scotia Podiatry Association
podiatryns.caDedicated to promoting high standards of podiatric care and professional excellence in Nova Scotia.
Ontario
Ontario Podiatric Medical Association (OPMA)
opma.wildapricot.orgProfessional association representing and supporting Ontario podiatrists.
College of Chiropodists of Ontario (COCOO)
cocoo.on.caRegulates both chiropodists and podiatrists under the Regulated Health Professions Act.
Ontario Society of Chiropodists
ontariochiropodist.comAdvocates for public awareness and the advancement of foot health care in Ontario.
Quebec
Association des Podiatres du Québec
podiatresquebec.comRepresents Quebec podiatrists and advances professional, social, and economic interests.
Ordre des Podiatres du Québec
ordredespodiatres.qc.caThe official regulatory body ensuring ethical and professional practice in Quebec.
Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Podiatry Association
saskpodiatry.caRepresents podiatrists in Saskatchewan and supports public education in foot health.
Saskatchewan College of Podiatrists
scop.caThe provincial regulator sets standards of practice and licensing requirements.
National and allied organizations
CPMA collaborates with national and allied organizations to advance education, clinical standards, and interdisciplinary care. Through partnerships with nursing, diabetes, wound care, and educational bodies, CPMA supports evidence-based practice, professional alignment, and improved patient outcomes across Canada’s healthcare system.
Canadian Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CCPME)
ccpme.orgThe autonomous national body responsible for accreditation of podiatric medical education in Canada.
Canadian Diabetes Association (Diabetes Canada)
diabetes.caA key partner in promoting foot health awareness and diabetic foot care.
Wounds Canada
woundscanada.caNational organization dedicated to advancing wound prevention and management.
Educational institutions
Education and research are essential to the advancement of podiatric medicine in Canada. CPMA works closely with academic institutions to support high standards of education, clinical training, and ongoing professional development. These partnerships help ensure that future and practicing podiatrists are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and research foundation required to deliver high-quality foot and ankle care.
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
uqtr.caCanada’s only institution offering a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) program.
The Michener Institute
michener.caA leading academic centre for applied health sciences education in Canada.
International organizations
Podiatric medicine is shaped by shared research, clinical standards, and global collaboration. Through partnerships with international organizations, CPMA connects Canada’s podiatric community to global best practices, emerging research, and multidisciplinary expertise. These relationships support evidence-based care, professional alignment, and the continuous advancement of foot and ankle health worldwide.
American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
apma.orgThe leading professional organization for podiatrists in the United States, promoting clinical excellence and education.
Fédération Internationale des Podologues (FIP)
fip.globalThe global federation of national podiatric organizations, fostering cooperation and advancing standards worldwide.
International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot (IWGDF)
iwgdfguidelines.orgAn international multidisciplinary body producing evidence-based guidance for the prevention and management of diabetic foot disease.
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About the CPMA
Serving Canada’s podiatric community and advancing excellence in foot and ankle care for over a century.
CPMA leadership
Meet the CPMA Board and leadership team, and learn how the association is governed.
Pathways to podiatric practice
Detailed information on education, licensing, and certification requirements for aspiring podiatrists.