A.P.O. News

  • 10 JULY: APO is looking for donations for door prizes at this year's convention. Contact APO if you can help out.
  • 10 JULY: Members are encouraged to submit feedback on the newsletter and website using the survey available for download by clicking here.
  • 29 JUNE: Convention 2008 booklet posted to APO convention page.
  • 29 JUNE: Summer 2008 member newsletter posted to members-only section.
  • 4 JUNE: A reminder that nominations for Activity of the Year and Mentor of the Year are due by July 16.
  • 10 MAY: Results from members surveys posted to Members-Only section of website.
  • 3 MAY: New Region 2 Rep announced.
  • 27 APRIL: APO president announces new provider of office and newsletter services for members.
  • 17 APRIL: Updated APO Head Office contact details posted.
  • 2 APRIL: New membership log-in and password have taken effect. These are distributed with membership renewal confirmations.
  • 14 JAN.: Mentor and Activity of the Year pages updated to recognize 2007 winners.
  • 14 JAN.: New membership rates posted to Membership page.

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Our Mission

Activity Professionals of Ontario is committed to the professional development and support of its members involved in activation and leisure services for seniors. Our areas of emphasis include:

 

Professional Development

to provide excellent professional development opportunities in education, certification, and other professional issues.

 

Public Relations

to ensure a clear network of communication between members, other professionals and government agencies.

 

Professional Resources

to establish standards, guidelines, and other resources that will enhance members' professional roles and career development.

Organization Profile

The Activity Professionals organization of Ontario was formed in 1984 by a group of Activity Professionals in Central Ontario who were interested in providing a forum for education, networking, and standard setting.

Since 1984, APO has been recognized by the Ministry of Health as a professional group for leisure/recreation providers.

APO was incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1992.  An established board of directors represents all regions in Ontario.  Members of the board of directors and executive are elected officials from the APO current membership.

Contact Information

Postal Address:
APO Head Office
7 - 841 Sydney Street, Suite 156

Cornwall, Ontario
K6H 7L2

Tel: 905-229-0041

Fax: 613-933-1987

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