Atlantic Provinces Athletic Therapists' Association

The Atlantic Provinces Athletic Therapists' Association (APATA), Association Des Therapeuets Du Sport Des Provinces Atlantique, was founded in the late '80's and represents both the Certified Athletic Therapists and athletic therapy students living and working in the 4 Atlantic Provinces (Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, New Brunswick and PEI). 

APATA is a not for profit organization dedicated to enhancing and promoting the delivery of the highest quality of care to active individuals. An Athletic Therapist will work to prevent injuries, and provide immediate care and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries (e.g. sprains and strains). APATA, along with its national body the Canadian Athletic Therapists’ Association (CATA), ensures that all its’ members are currently in good standing and have up to date continuing education in the area of Athletic Therapy, adhere to both National and Regional by-laws, code of conduct, and scope of practice.  

The CATA is a progressive organization dedicated to the promotion and delivery of the highest quality care to active individuals through injury prevention, emergency services and rehabilitative techniques.