The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists - Saskatchewan Chapter (CAOT-SK) offers regional representation and support to occupational therapists in Saskatchewan. In addition, CAOT-SK provides services, products, events and networking opportunities to assist occupational therapists in achieving excellence in their professional practice. 

 Strategic priorities 

  • Represent the professional interests of Saskatchewan occupational therapists and occupational therapy to external stakeholders.
  • Promote occupational therapy in Saskatchewan (government and media relations, public).
  • Engage occupational therapists with CAOT-SK and the occupational therapy community. 


Leadership

CAOT-SK Regional Director
Christine Fleming 

Christine Fleming photo

 Christine worked as an occupational therapist in Saskatoon since graduating from Queen’s University in 1993. After three decades of clinical experience, including leadership roles and extensive involvement in geriatric services at Saskatoon City Hospital, Christine retired from the Saskatchewan Health Authority in 2023. She has dedicated her entire career to advancing occupational therapy nationally and in the province, through her involvement in certification, legislative and bylaw committees with CAOT and the Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists (SSOT), and in her current role as Regional Director for CAOT-SK. Now, she aims to enhance the visibility of occupational therapy within Saskatchewan while supporting fellow therapists in their daily practice.

Contact: 
Christine Fleming
CAOT-SK, Regional Director 
Tel: 1-800-434-2268 ext. 271
Email: caotsk@caot.ca  

The CAOT-SK Regional Director is responsible for:

  • the analysis of issues which impact on occupational therapy practice across the province, and
  • overseeing the planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of organizational activities to meet the strategic priorities for CAOT-SK.

CAOT-SK Advisory Committee

The CAOT-SK Advisory Committee promotes information sharing and coordinated planning on provincial issues related to occupational therapy to further the development of the profession. 

Ian Lewis
Suzanne Lendvoy Ian Lewis Hayley Parker
Aleksandra Grochulski
Aleksandra Grochulski Kaley Dyrland Lynn Lundell


Membership with CAOT and CAOT-SK is combined. Choosing to belong gives you exclusive benefits through CAOT-SK, in addition to all that CAOT offers to members.

Dedicated Leadership: The CAOT-SK Regional Director works on behalf of members to deliver chapter-specific initiatives that affect your practice and create networking opportunities that build a sense of community. The CAOT-SK Advisory Committee helps to prioritize chapter activities based on a broad spectrum of occupational therapy input.

Professional Development: CAOT-SK advances excellence in occupational therapy through collaboration with regional experts on member initiatives.

Practice Resources: Through both collaborative and selective initiatives, CAOT-SK provides members with relevant and timely resources in support of professional practice.

Networking: CAOT-SK creates opportunities for members to meet and discuss the profession’s issues.

Recognition: Members of CAOT-SK are eligible to nominate colleagues for all CAOT awards of recognition, including an award that celebrates an OT from Saskatchewan.  Award nominations are accepted year-round with a December 1st deadline.

Member Communication: Members stay connected and share the latest news and resources with CAOT-SK's dedicated communications.
Ashley Springer   


Ashley is recognized for her proactive efforts in establishing partnerships with community settings that may not traditionally employ an occupational therapist as part of their team. Ashley goes above and beyond to impart not just knowledge but also a genuine enthusiasm for the field of occupational therapy. Her dedication to cultivating the next generation of occupational therapists is evident in the meaningful and practical experiences she provides, fostering a positive learning environment for her students.
Montreal Lake Child and Family Agency

Montreal Lake Child and Family Agency is recognized for exceptional leadership and vision in developing infrastructure and services to support the health and well-being of the children and youth of Montreal Lake Cree Nation through the development of Sensory Learning Centre. The Sensory Learning Centre enables collaborative, relationship focused services that are closely aligned with Occupational Therapy practice including the Canadian Model of Occupational Participation.