CMLTO Transfusion Science Guideline rescinded
29 September 2020
On August 14, 2020, based on feedback received from Practising MLTs, the CMLTO Quality Assurance Committee passed a motion to rescind the CMLTO Guidelines for Medical Laboratory Technologists Practising in Transfusion Science. The CMLTO Guidelines for Medical Laboratory Technologists Practising in Transfusion Science are no longer available. If you require any further information or confidential practice advice, please contact the Quality Assurance Program at qualityassurance@cmlto.com.
QAP webinar on October 23, 2020
28 September 2020
The CMLTO Quality Assurance Program (QAP) is hosting a webinar on Friday, October 23, 2020, from 12:00 – 1:00 pm to discuss the updated QAP that takes effect on January 1, 2021. MLTs who missed the webinar that was presented on June 23rd are encouraged to attend this webinar.
CMLTO staff will provide information related to the program’s evaluation process and members’ updated obligations and responsibilities. Staff will conduct a short question and answer period after their presentation.
Please click here to register for the webinar.
CMLTO staff will provide information related to the program’s evaluation process and members’ updated obligations and responsibilities. Staff will conduct a short question and answer period after their presentation.
Please click here to register for the webinar.
Reminder: District 4 election
27 September 2020
CMLTO members eligible to vote in the election being held in District 4 (Central East Region) were notified by email on August 21, 2020, and sent instructions for casting their votes electronically. Members who believe they are eligible to vote but did not receive a notification on the 21st, should email executiveoffice@cmlto.com
Members have until 11:59 pm on September 28, 2020 to vote.
Members have until 11:59 pm on September 28, 2020 to vote.
2019 CMLTO Annual Report released
27 September 2020
The CMLTO is pleased to announce the publication of the 2019 Annual Report in English (PDF) and in French (PDF).
The report illustrates the CMLTO's key accomplishments in fulfilling its mission/mandate to protect the public's right to safe, high-quality health care through self-regulation and leadership of the medical laboratory technology profession.
CMLTO Annual Reports are located online here.
Discipline hearing summary released
14 September 2020
The CMLTO Discipline Committee held a hearing in writing on July 30, 2020, to consider allegations of professional misconduct against member Luzviminda Torregosa, Registration number: 11483.
Click here for the hearing summary details. (PDF)
Click here for the hearing summary details. (PDF)
CMLTO closed for Labour Day
04 September 2020
The CMLTO's virtual office will be closed on September 7, 2020, for the Labour Day statutory holiday. Regular virtual operations resume at 8:30 am on September 8th.
PLI audit underway
20 August 2020
The CMLTO Consolidated Bylaws require all Practising MLTs to carry professional liability insurance (PLI) in all medical laboratory practice employment settings.
The College randomly selects members who are required to provide proof of PLI through an online annual audit.
The 2020 audit began online on August 17, 2020. Practising members selected for the audit were notified via email and are required to complete the PLI audit by September 17, 2020 at 11:59 pm EST.
Please email the Registration department at registration@cmlto.com with questions.
The College randomly selects members who are required to provide proof of PLI through an online annual audit.
The 2020 audit began online on August 17, 2020. Practising members selected for the audit were notified via email and are required to complete the PLI audit by September 17, 2020 at 11:59 pm EST.
Please email the Registration department at registration@cmlto.com with questions.
CMLTO Council election begins Aug 21st
19 August 2020
CMLTO members eligible to vote in the election being held in District 4 (Central East Region) will be notified by email on August 21, 2020, and sent instructions for casting their votes electronically. Members who believe they are eligible to vote but do not receive a notification on the 21st, should email executiveoffice@cmlto.com
Members have until 11:59 pm on September 28, 2020 to vote.
Approved refresher courses for 2020
05 August 2020
The CMLTO publishes lists of approved refresher courses for MLTs. Refresher course hours may be required for a person applying for a Practising class of registration certificate who cannot demonstrate active engagement, or for a Non-practising member who wishes to change class to Practising.
Click here for more information.
Click here for more information.
CMLTO closed on August 3, 2020
30 July 2020
The CMLTO's virtual office will be closed on August 3, 2020, for the Ontario statutory civic holiday. Regular virtual operations resume at 8:30 am on August 4th.
