The Canadian Association for Spiritual Care/Association Canadienne des Soins Spirituels

The Canadian Association for Spiritual Care provides training, certification, and professional standards for spiritual care practitioners across hospitals, hospices, prisons, and other institutions. The organization develops curricula and credentials for chaplains and spiritual care workers who support patients and clients regardless of faith tradition. Based in Newmarket, the association serves practitioners throughout Canada and the Greater Toronto Area, establishing best practices for integrating spiritual support into healthcare and community settings. Members include certified chaplains, students, and institutions committed to recognizing spirituality as an essential component of holistic patient care. The association maintains a registry of qualified practitioners and offers continuing education to ensure spiritual care meets professional and ethical standards across diverse populations and belief systems.