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OBC Courses
OsteopathyBC (OBC) hosts webinars and in-person courses every year. We are pleased to announce that the following OBC sponsored courses are now open to Osteopathic Practitioners affiliated with the Canadian Federation of Osteopaths (CFO) as well as other non-OBC members. Check your eligibility. Please label your submissions clearly.
If you are an OBC member please log in to your account.
CFO Member Association registrants for webinars and in-person courses include:
Alberta Association of Osteopathic Manual Therapists (AAOMT)
Association of Osteopaths of New Brunswick (AONB)
Manitoba Association of Osteopathic Manual Therapists (MAOMT)
Newfoundland & Labrador Osteopathic Association (NLOA)
Nova Scotia Association of Osteopaths (NSAO)
Ontario Association of Osteopathic Manual Practitioners (OAO)
Osteopathy Quebec (OQ)
Saskatchewan Association of Osteopaths (SAO)
Yukon Osteopathic Association (YOA)
Please provide proof of your membership with the above listed associations prior to registering for OBC courses. Go here to submit your certificate or a letter of good standing from your association.
Other non-OBC registrants for webinar qualifications
Provide proof of at least one of the following conditions:
- Graduation from a recognized Canadian school of osteopathy or an international school recognized by OIA-affiliated associations;
- Graduation from a recognized health degree program (if graduated from a part-time program in osteopathy); OR
- Proof of current registration in an osteopathic regulatory body where the profession is regulated.
Other non-OBC registrants for in-person course qualifications
- All provide proof of a valid liability insurance for hands-on practice in the province of BC for the period of the course
In addition, provide proof of at least one of the following conditions:
- Graduation from a recognized Canadian school of osteopathy or an international school recognized by OIA-affiliated associations;
- Graduation from a recognized health degree program (if graduated from a part-time program in osteopathy); OR
- Proof of current registration in an osteopathic regulatory body where the profession is regulated.
***Submit the required information and documentation here for review.***
Different rates apply for non-OBC members. If you are an OBC member, please log in to the Members Area for special member pricing.
The Science of Belief: PNEI, Heart Coherence, and Osteopathy
ID: SteBeli 12426
OsteopathyBC sponsored course. Registration open.
Date: January 24 - 25, 2026 (Saturday & Sunday)
Time: Jan 24th from 10:00am - 6:00pm PT, Jan 25th from 9:00am - 5:00pm PT
Location: In person at the Richmond Oval, 6111 River Rd, Richmond, BC, V7C 0A2
Instructor: Matthieu Steimer, DOMP
Non-Member Cost: $720.00
Course Description
This course invites osteopathic practitioners to explore the profound connection between belief systems, stress physiology, and patient outcomes. Through reflective case studies and practical demonstrations, participants will uncover how subconscious patterns influence both their approach to treatment and the healing process.
The first day introduces tools to assess the physiological impact of stress, explores the science behind heart-brain coherence, and delves into the latest research on neuroplasticity and behavior change. By understanding resistance to healing and the power of perception, therapists will gain valuable strategies to support their patients more effectively.
The second day focuses on bridging theory with hands-on practice, equipping participants with concrete methods to integrate these insights into their clinical work. Attendees will explore new approaches to patient interactions, apply stress-regulation techniques, and develop personalized strategies to facilitate lasting change. This course offers a transformative perspective on osteopathy—one that acknowledges the deep interplay between mind, body, and belief.
For more course details go here.
Instructor Bio
Matthieu Steimer is a Swiss osteopathic practitioner who earned his diploma from the Swiss School of Osteopathy in 2005. Four years later, he obtained a CAS (Certificate of Advanced Study) in nutrition from the University of Lausanne and a degree in adult education. He has been teaching anatomy, physiology, and pathology at various alternative medicine schools in Switzerland. In 2021, he delivered a lecture on psycho-neuro-immunology to the Swiss Osteopathy Federation. He also earned a Master's degree in Public Health from the University of Geneva in 2022.
Cancellation policy:
If registered for an in-person course, you will receive a full refund minus $25.00 administration fee with 4 weeks or more notice; 50% refund with 2-4 weeks notice; and no refund with less than 2 weeks notice.
Navigating Perimenopause and Menopause: From Physiology to Therapeutic Approaches: An integrative exploration of hormonal transitions, systemic impacts, and care strategies (2 parts)
ID: BelaMeno 231025
OsteopathyBC sponsored course. Registration open.
Date: February 3rd & 10th, 2026 (two Tuesdays)
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm PT (total time 4hrs over 2 days)
Location: On-line OBC Webinar
Instructor: Claudia Béland, RN, DO(Quebec)
Non-member Cost: $96
Recording availability: Each part two weeks
Course description
Menopause is a major physiological transition that profoundly affects multiple systems in the body. This two-part webinar offers a comprehensive, clinically grounded approach to understanding the transition towards menopause, from underlying hormonal shifts to the wide range of therapeutic options available.
Part 1: We will explore the physiology and mechanisms of natural and premature menopause, including a review of genital, urinary, and endocrine anatomy and function during this transition. We’ll examine common pathological manifestations, the symptomatology across various systems, and the clinical features of early menopause.
Part 2: We will focus on therapeutic approaches. This includes an in-depth overview of hormone replacement therapy (HRT)—its indications, risks, and evolving guidelines— as well as natural and complementary interventions, including the osteopathic perspective on supporting pelvic, endocrine, and nervous system balance.
This course is designed for professionals in women’s health who wish to deepen their understanding of perimenopause and menopause, and offer their clients or patients informed, nuanced, and integrative care.
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Claudia began her career in the healthcare field as a nurse in 1997, and has since worked in a variety of specialties, including intensive care, emergency room and recovery room in several hospitals around the province, internationally, and in Northern Quebec.
Passionate about the human body, she went on to study osteopathy at CEO, graduating in 2012 with a post-graduate diploma in the Clinician Program and several specialized courses. She joined the Clinique Camirand Muzzi team in January 2013.
A mother of two, Claudia has a keen interest in obstetrics, gynecology, fertility, and women's health. She has participated in several continuing education programs in obstetrics, gynecology, and endocrinology, and has completed over 40 hours of training in pelvic prolapse.
Since 2017, she has been on the faculty of CEO de Montréal, where she teaches urogynecology and obstetrics. She also teaches medical specialists and other osteopaths in a specialty program in Uro-Gynecology and Obstetrics, developed by Nathalie Camirand and offered in France and Germany. In addition to collaborating with the associations: Endométriose Québec and Vivre 100Fibromes, she has co-created an online support program for women with endometriosis with a nutritionist (Céline Saloumi) in 2021. She is a member of Osteopathie Québec and the Ordre des infirmiers et infirmières du Québec.
Understanding the Role and continued Presence of our Infant Primary and Developmental Reflexes
ID: KimClar 30826
OsteopathyBC sponsored course. Registration open.
Date: March 8, 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am PT
Location: Online OBC webinar
Instructor: Kimberly Clark, OT
Non-member Cost: $48.00
Recording available: Two weeks
Course Description
Infant Primary Reflexes are an essential part of the Sensorimotor Nervous system development of simple and complex human functions. Primary reflexes emerge in utero and mature throughout our infancy, directly contributing to physical, emotional, behavioral, and cognitive growth and basic survival. They continue to function as part of our inner intelligence into our adulthood. Whether they are integrated properly, or not functioning optimally, Primary Reflexes may show up as significant challenges in the lives of our clients.
Instructor Bio
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Kimberly Clark is an Occupational Therapist & Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist who has been in private practice since 1995 and currently specializes in manual therapies as a Trauma Informed Practitioner. She graduated from the University of New England in 1992 with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy.
Early in her career she completed a number of post-graduate certification courses in manual therapies including Massage Therapy (1994); Polarity Therapy (1994); Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy (2001); Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration (2008-2020) and Alchemical Alignment (2019-2020) Levels 1-4 and Advanced Modules 8-14 (graduate and currently teaching assistant).
She was an instructor with the Polarity Realization Institute (now Spa Tech) from 1995-2000 teaching both Basic & Advanced Anatomy and Physiology, along with Advanced Manual Therapy classes on Stretching, Therapeutic Exercise, Insurance Documentation and Insurance Billing.
She was a Core Specialist, Staff Therapist and Instructor with the Svetlana Masgutova Educational Institute (SMEI) from 2012-2020. She was part of a team providing MNRI (Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration) treatment during 5-10 day Intensive Family Educational Conferences through the United States. She was an instructor of Neurostructural Reflex Integration, Neurostructural Reflex Integration Practical Examination classes as well as Tactile Integration. She served on the Masgutova Curriculum Advisory Board from 2017-2019.