Mission Statement

To ensure high standards for the profession of massage therapy in Nova Scotia for the protection of the public; to support the professional development of its members; and to foster relations with other health care professionals for the well being of the public.

Our Vision

MTANS envisions a future where:

• All massage therapists practicing in the province are regulated by provincial legislation;
• All massage therapists strive to expand their knowledge through continued professional development;
• All massage therapists embrace the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice to ensure public safety and confidence are maintained;
• All massage therapists participate in the promotion of the practice for the well being of the public.

 

Our Purpose

The purpose of the Massage Therapists’ Association of Nova Scotia is:

• To promote the science, art and philosophy of Massage Therapy for the betterment of public health and in the public interest.
• To represent its membership before governmental and regulating bodies concerned with Massage Therapy.
• To foster and encourage professional and ethical standards among its members.
• To encourage high standards of education for students of Massage Therapy.
• To increase the awareness and knowledge of the general public concerning the benefits of Massage Therapy.
• To liaise with and recommend potential students to recognized schools of Massage Therapy.
• To offer post graduate education and set post graduate standards.