ATCMA
Allied Health Policy Secretariat
About the Allied Health Policy Secretariat
As part of the Ministry of Health, the Allied Health Policy Secretariat (AHPS) was created to guide the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of policies, programs, and initiatives related to the allied health workforce.
Are You an Allied Health Professional?
In short, if you are a TCM professional in BC, yes.
ATCMA response to bylaws section 6
ATCMA has heard the concerns over sections 6.8 (o) and (p) in the currently proposed bylaws from the CCHPBC. We hear you, and we will be responding formally to the CCHPBC before the deadline of September 23rd. You can also submit your own feedback at: https://cchpbc.ca/hpoa/bylawsconsultation/. Below we present just two elements for consideration of TCM registrants for these bylaws. Please note that we have not yet completed our full review of sections 6 and 9, but because there has been a fair amount of discussion about section 6.8 (o), we have decided to post this now in the hopes of providing more clarity and fact-based information.
CCHPBC Bylaws Feedback on Sections 8, 10, and 13
The Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture of BC (ATCMA) has reviewed the proposed bylaws that will under the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA). While we recognize the significant work involved, our review identifies areas where the new framework may affect professional autonomy, fairness, and financial transparency. These concerns are particularly relevant as the HPOA shifts governance from elected, peer-led boards to minister-appointed boards with centralized oversight.
Advocate for TCM in BC Today -A Quick Letter-Writing Guide
BC’s TCM profession is facing urgent regulatory issues that threaten patient safety, professional integrity, and access to care. The Ministry of Health and key leaders need to hear from as many practitioners as possible — in your own words.
Traditional Chinese Medicine for Gynecological Issues
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has a very long history of treating women's health issues. Gynecology has been an important pillar of Chinese Medicine because TCM theory emphasizes yin-yang harmony and expands this concept into clinical practice.
How can acupuncture help with pain?
If you are struggling with pain, chances are you have searched high and low for a solution to help provide you with relief – especially if the pain is chronic and has been present for quite some time. Acupuncture is an ancient treatment with roots in Eastern medicine and culture that has proven to be effective in the treatment and management of pain (Zhang & Wang, 2020).
Enhance Your Clinical Practice with CSSA – August 14–16, 2025 | Limited Seats Available
We are pleased to invite you to a three-day in-person workshop on Chuang’s Style Scalp Acupuncture (CSSA), an advanced acupuncture technique developed to treat neurological disorders, pain, and rehabilitation. Learn directly from Dr. Yi Xing Chuang and gain hands-on skills to enhance your clinical practice.
July 2025 Updates from ATCMA, BCCA, RMTBC and BCND--Advancing Together: Cross Profession Partnerships in BC
On behalf of the British Columbia Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Practitioners (ATCMA), the BC Chiropractic Association (BCCA), the Registered Massage Therapists Association of BC (RMTBC), and BC Naturopathic Doctors (BCND), we are pleased to share our latest update on ongoing areas of collaboration.