Benefits of TRO Membership
- Quarterly TR newsletter "inTRO", with information that will keep you informed about developments in the profession, job opportunities, etc
- Regular e-News correspondence "e-TRO" which helps keep you informed about the profession of therapeutic recreation and TRO activities
- Receive copies of documents, as prepared i.e. Code of Ethics, TR Awareness Week Package, Membership Directory
- Professional development opportunities, including discounts on annual TR conference registration fees
- Networking opportunities with over 500 TR members in the province, across Canada and in the United States
- Opportunity for involvement at the board or committee level
- Chance to have a 'voice' in the direction of the profession
- Access to office staff who can provide information and links about resources, contacts, educational opportunities, job opportunities, etc.
Initiatives of TRO
- Forming links with appropriate ministries and organizations at regional, provincial and international levels
- Developing documents to guide professional practice and to encourage quality therapeutic recreation services to clients
- Developing registration/ certification model
- Planning annual conference
- Creating and distributing TR promotional material
- Promote/encourage TR research
- Surveying members for direction
- Promote geographic representation
- Liaise with educational institutions
- Responding in a timely manner to membership needs and inquiries