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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.
Articles and News
Physio Faces - Kristie Norquay, Physio Yoga
When Kristie Norquay graduated from the University of Manitoba with her Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation in Physical Therapy, she felt there was more to her patients’ pain and injuries than just a...
Better Access to Physiotherapy in the Community Can Prevent Hospital Admissions and Save Money
CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island (July 3, 2019) – At the Canadian Physiotherapy Association’s (CPA) Forum 2019, physiotherapists and physiotherapists’ assistants from across the country identified...
Government of British Columbia Announces an Increase of Physiotherapy Training Seats
For Immediate ReleaseMay 24th, 2019PRINCE GEORGE - Today Melanie Mark, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Training announced an expansion to the Physical Therapy program at UBC. Commencing in...