About Membership
About Membership
We invite you to become a member of CACBT!
Support the growth of CBT in Canada: By joining CACBT, you contribute to the advancement and recognition of cognitive behavioural therapy across the country. Together, we are fostering a knowledgeable and connected community of professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impact.
As a member of CACBT, you have the opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share ideas, celebrate achievements, and seek guidance when needed. This membership is more than just a title; it is an invitation to engage in a larger community committed to collective growth and success.
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Full Member
Full Members are licensed or registered with a regulated health profession.
Full Members enjoy numerous benefits, including voting rights (e.g. at the Annual General Meeting) and eligibility to serve on the Board of Directors or Committees.
Full Members include all active members (non-student) who have paid the current yearly membership fee. Full Members also include Certified Members, Fellows, and Founding Members.
Student Member
Student Membership is open to individuals enrolled in a post-secondary program of study related to mental health, including:
- Counselling
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Occupational Therapy
Student Membership is also open to recent graduates actively pursuing graduate-level training in a related discipline, such as during a gap year.
For Student Members who identify as Indigenous, membership is free of charge. This is part of CACBT's commitment to help improve the availability of and access to cognitive-behavioural interventions that have been culturally adapted for Indigenous peoples.
Retired Affiliate
For members who are retiring but want to remain connected to CACBT, we offer the free Retired Affiliate option.
To be eligible, you must:
- No longer be practicing
- Have been a CACBT member for at least 5 of the last 10 years
- Meet at least one of the following: currently a Certified Member, Past Board Member, or Fellow
Retired Affiliates continue to have access to the Member Portal. While there is no fee, membership must still be renewed annually to keep CACBT records current.
The Association requires members to pay annual fees to maintain active membership status. This status is required to retain certification, Fellow designation, and/or Founding Membership. Fees for new memberships and renewals are the same. All membership fees are non-refundable.
Membership Year
January 1 – December 31
The CACBT membership year runs from January 1 to December 31 of each year, regardless of whether those dates fall on weekends or holidays.
Renewals must be completed by December 31 at 11:59 pm ET to avoid late or administrative fees.
New memberships submitted between January 1 and October 31 apply to the current membership year, while memberships submitted between November 1 and December 31 extend to the following membership year.
Late / Administration Fees for Renewing Members
If renewal is not completed by December 31, the following fees apply beginning January 1:
| Membership Type | Late / Administration Fee |
|---|---|
| Full Membership | $25 + tax |
| Student Membership | $12.50 + tax |
Late or administrative fees are charged in addition to the applicable membership fee.
New Membership & Renewal Guidelines
New Membership Guidelines
- New members are welcome to join at any time.
- Memberships submitted between January 1 and October 31 apply to the current membership year.
- Memberships submitted between November 1 and December 31 extend to the following membership year.
- Members may choose auto-renewal or log in to the Member Portal each year to renew manually.
- A renewal reminder appears in the Member Portal beginning in November.
Renewal Guidelines
All Members
Membership renewal is required by December 31 at 11:59 pm ET to avoid late or administrative fees and prevent the loss of CACBT status, such as Certification, Fellow, or Founding status.
Certified Members
To maintain certification status, renew by December 31 at 11:59 pm ET. Certified Members have until March 1 at 11:59 pm ET to complete payment during the grace period. After this date, certification will be lost and members must reapply through the certification process.
Founding Members
Members who registered by December 31, 2010 are recognized as Founding Members of CACBT-ACTCC. Renewals must be completed by December 31 at 11:59 pm ET each year to maintain Founding Member status.
Retired Members
Retired Affiliates must continue to meet the eligibility requirements and renew annually. There is no cost to renew.
Reminder Notifications
CACBT sends email reminders for membership renewals. If you are not receiving these, please contact info@cacbt.ca .
Membership Benefits
As a CACBT member, you can enjoy several benefits. Learn more about CACBT Membership Benefits →
Membership Drive
The membership drive is an annual initiative that aims to encourage new memberships and renewals within the Association. During this period, members have the opportunity to maintain access to the Association’s benefits and retain their designated status, such as Certified, Fellow, or Founding.
Members may choose auto-renewal or log in to the Member Portal each year to renew manually. A reminder message will appear in the Member Portal beginning in November.
Cancellations & Refund Policy
Membership dues paid to CACBT are non-refundable.
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