About Us
Association of Canadian Occupational Therapy University Programs (ACOTUP) is a national organization of the 15 university programs in Occupational Therapy. The organization consists of an Executive Committee, Board of Directors, Standing Committee and Ad Hoc Committees. We invite you to explore the various committees and the work they do.
Vision
ACOTUP promotes the health, productivity and well-being of Canadians through collaboration in strategies and their implementation for excellence in occupational therapy and occupational science research and education.Mission
ACOTUP’s leadership shapes occupational therapy research and education to inform practice and policy, and advances the science of occupation.
Values
History
The Association of Canadian Occupational Therapy University Programs (ACOTUP) was formally incorporated in 2011 as a Canadian not‑for‑profit association to support collaboration, leadership, and excellence in occupational therapy education and research across the country. Since its establishment, ACOTUP has served as a collective voice for occupational therapy academic programs in advancing educational standards, scholarship, and policy related to occupational therapy education in Canada.