Mission Statement

MISSION STATEMENT

The BCTRA is committed to meeting the needs of its members and ensuring progressive, quality service in community and health care settings through the following initiatives:

- providing on-going research and education opportunities
- providing collaboration among therapeutic recreation professionals
- develop and promote adherence to professional standards
- promote the therapeutic recreation profession
- provide future direction to the field of therapeutic recreation

PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT

Members of BCTRA believe the following:

1. Recreation, leisure and play are inherent and significant aspects of the human experience as they promote quality of life and wellness at each stage of development. Individuals of all abilities have the right to benefit from recreation and leisure.

2. Therapeutic Recreation is a unique service that facilitates the development, maintenance, growth and expression of a satisfying and appropriate leisure lifestyle.

3. The Association is committed to developing and supporting the Therapeutic Recreation profession.

HUMAN RIGHTS STATEMENT

The BCTRA supports the intent and provisions of the Human Rights Act of British Columbia. We believe the BCTRA should be free of discriminatory practices or denial of opportunity due to a group characteristic such as race, color, ancestry, place or origin, political belief, religion, marital status, physical or mental abilities, sex or age.