Become a Member

Important:

If you are interested in seeking membership and have questions about the qualifications process, please reach out to us at membership@ontariodoulas.org Membership runs Oct 1-Sept 30 and fees are pro-rated each quarter.

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Please upload your headshot for your member badge

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Please email vicepresident@ontariodoulas.org if you need badge assistance.

Sign In Email*

Contact email to use on your public doula profile*

Phone Number*

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Company Name*

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Address*

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Membership (runs Oct 1-Sept 30 and pro-rated each quarter). By registering with the AOD you have reviewed our mission statement, familiarized yourself with our Professional Code of Ethical Conduct, and Practice Guidelines. As a member of the AOD you agree to uphold collaborative professionalism at all times. This includes professional conduct towards clients, members of the AOD, non-members, the AOD Board of Directors, and any persons who you may be speaking to as a representative of the AOD or of the doula profession:*

Membership (runs Oct 1-Sept 30 and pro-rated each quarter).*

Membership with Insurance
Membership WITHOUT insurance (ONLY available for members with existing insurance elsewhere)

Additional Professional and Commercial General Liability (membership includes $1M)*

None ($1 million included)
$2,000,000 Additional Liability
$3,000,000 Additional Liability
$4,000,000 Additional Liability
$5,000,000 Additional Liability

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$ 0.00 CAD

This Doula may offer sliding scale fees to qualifying clients*

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This Doula may offer Pro Bono services to qualifying clients*

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What Doula Training Organization(s) did you train with?*

Was this an in-person, online, or mentorship training? The AOD sets a minimum number of hours for a training/ certification to qualify for membership. This has been set to ensure professional learning has been a part of each of our members development as a doula. If your previous training/ certification does not meet the set training hours outlined below please contact the AOD for suggestions related to cross-certification or alternative options for meeting our membership criteria. Please note: the AOD does not accept self-taught doulas at this time. Click the training/ certification that applies:*

In-person (min. of 16 instructional hours, training certificate required)
Online (min. of 20 instructional hours, certificate of completion required)
Mentorship (min. of 100 direct contact hours, letter of reference from mentor required)

How many total contact hours was your training with your instructor?*

Instructor name and contact:*

Is the applicant aware of any circumstances or situations where a grievance or loss of insurance was filed against the training organization and/or the instructor? If so, please explain in detail.

Does your training or certification organization require practicum hours supporting clients?*

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Please outline the experience you have working with clients as a professional doula.*

Labour Doula - date of training or date of completed certification

If applicable

Postpartum Doula - date of training or date of completed certification

If applicable

I agree to receiving a free subscription to Eco Parent Magazine (member benefit, WHO Code compliant)*

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If you agree to receive this valuable member benefit, your information will be shared for shipping purposes.

I agree to the AOD Scope of Practice*

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I agree to AOD Terms and Conditions.*

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Have you completed an Infection Prevention and Control certificate?*

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Date of Infection Prevention and Control completion*

Please also upload your certificate using the file upload below

As of Jan 2021 IPAC certificate is required to obtain membership with the AOD please upload your certificate here.

Max. file size: 256 MB.

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The AOD is recommending that all members complete an IPAC training in 2020/21. If you have not completed an IPAC training at the time of renewing/ becoming a member would you like to complete this certificate by April 30th, 2021 as an continuing education opportunity?

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In the past, has the Applicant or any of his/her employees ever been the recipient of any allegations of professional negligence in writing or verbally?*

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If you answered YES, you MUST explain why below:*

Has any insurer ever declined, cancelled or imposed special conditions for any coverage for you or your entity in the past?*

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No

If you answered YES, you MUST explain why below:*

Is the Applicant or any of his/her employees aware of any facts, circumstances or situations which may reasonably give rise to a claim, other than advised above?*

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No

If you answered YES, you MUST explain why below:*

2022/2023 Certificate Documents

All members, new or renewing, must upload training or certification certificates that clearly displays they have completed contact hours with their training or certification organization (required).

Please upload proof of your training or certification as a doula.*

Accepted file types: jpg, pdf, Max. file size: 256 MB.

Proof of Insurance Document

Accepted file types: jpg, pdf, Max. file size: 256 MB.

Please include any proof of insurance documents if you have chosen to become a member of the AOD but have insurance elsewhere (all members of the AOD must have insurance for membership approval).

Additional Document

Accepted file types: jpg, pdf, Max. file size: 256 MB.

Please include any other certification document you think may be relevant.

Do you need a badge?*

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I'm not sure, please follow up with me

Badge Photograph

Accepted file types: jpg, pdf, Max. file size: 256 MB.

Please include a photograph to be used on your AOD badge.

Do you need a renewal sticker?*

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What pronouns do you wish to have displayed on your badge?

I HEREBY DECLARE that the above statements and particulars are true to the best of my knowledge, that I have not suppressed or misstated any facts and I agree that this application shall form part of the insurance policy. I also acknowledge that I am obligated to report any changes that could affect the disclosures in this application that occur after the date of signature, but prior to the effective date of coverage. I have the option to withdraw from membership prior to my yearly renewal and will receive a reminder 30 days prior to the new membership year reminding me up my upcoming fee and options for renewing.*

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New Member Registration 2023/2024

Important:

If you are interested in seeking membership and have questions about the qualifications process, please reach out to us at membership@ontariodoulas.org Membership runs Oct 1-Sept 30 and fees are pro-rated each quarter.

2022/2023 Certificate Documents