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The Physiotherapy Association of BC (PABC) is a registered non-profit organization. PABC has been serving its 2600+ members for 75 years. Founded in 1927 as a Branch of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, PABC was incorporated in 1945. PABC is governed by physiotherapy members who are elected to the Board of Directors. As the voice of its members, PABC ensures members have access to practice support, professional development and advocacy avenues to provide opportunities for people in BC to receive quality care that keeps them moving for life. PABC represents its members to government, health authorities, insurers, other stakeholders and the public.
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World Physical Therapy Day
Did you know September 8th is World Physical Therapy Day? The World Physiotherapy organization (a registered charity in the UK) was founded on September 8th, 1951, and helped establish this day. “Our...
Manual Physical Therapy VS Surgery
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BCCDC Creates Inclusive Language Guide to destigmatize COVID-19
This new Inclusive Language Guide created by the BCCDC (BC Centre for Disease Control) aims to make COVID-19 information more comprehensive and accessible while preventing the stigmatization of...