THE LEADING ASSOCIATION OF MASSAGE THERAPISTS
Of all the massage therapy associations in Québec, the FQM is the only one that:
- Enjoys strong recognition from all insurance companies.
- Is built like a professional order and advocates in favour of establishing one in Québec.
- Has developed a massage therapy model specific to Québec.
- Has established a school accreditation system, creating a network of accredited schools across Québec.
- Gives members the right to use the title of “certified massage therapist”, a registered trademark belonging to the FQM.
- Bâtie comme un ordre professionnel et militant pour qu’il en existe un au Québec
Further benefits
- 50% discount on professional insurance
- High rate of placement with employers: multidisciplinary clinics, spas, residential and long-term care centres (CHSLD), etc.
- Client files, health questionnaires and insurance receipts provided *free of charge* in electronic and paper format
- Multi-resource member portal
- Rigorous articles popularized and made available free of charge in the magazine Le Massager
- Discount on training courses offered at the Institut de formation en massothérapie du Québec (IFMQ), and training capsules available free of charge on the member portal
- Strong Facebook community, notably via the Ma FQM Facebook group, where members always find support and mutual assistance.
Resources offered free of charge to help you develop your business.
- Info-Massage Window
- Information on marketing and business management
- Your Web profile personalized for clients
THE FQM ALSO HAS A FOUNDATION AND A TRAINING INSTITUTE
The Fondation de la massothérapie, a continuing commitment to the promotion of wellness
Created in 2010, our foundation has offered more than 40,000 massages adapted to seniors in residential and long-term care centres (CHSLD), people with cancer, a mental health disorder or chronic pain, victims of conjugal violence, etc. Drawing on its numerous partnerships (FQC, AQDC, Arthritis Society Canada, Montreal Heart Institute, CHSLD, hospitals, etc.), the Fondation de la massothérapie is a driving force behind efforts ensure the recognition of certified massage therapists, and it helps open the job market across the health sector in Québec.
The FQM provides financial support to the Fondation as well as its own fundraising activities, including the benefit dinner. The most recent edition of this event drew close to 200 guests, allowing the FQM to raise a total of $61,508 in donations.
The IFMQ plays a key role in the professionalization of massage therapy.
Founded in 2018, the Institut de formation en massothérapie du Québec (IFMQ) allows members to further develop their competencies through specialized training activities, offered as a complement to training provided in accredited partner schools. IFMQ earnings are remitted to the Fondation de la massothérapie. Visit the IFMQ website to view the upcoming training activities.
Become a member of the FQM and earn recognition as a true health professional.
- CLICK HERE to view all the benefits.
- CLICK HERE to view our testimonials.
- CLICK HERE to renew your membership online.
- CLICK HERE to become a member of the FQM if you are a massage therapist with another association.
- CLICK HERE TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE FQM if you are a graduate of a massage therapy school.
If you have any questions or for further information:
- 1-800-363-9609
- administration@fqm.qc.ca