External rehabilitation specialists (ERS) program

You must meet professional, insurance, safety, and business licensing requirements to register as an external rehabilitation specialist.

Note Requirements may vary depending on your role.

What requirements are generally required

• Appropriate professional or fitness certification
• Emergency first aid and CPR/AED certification
• Professional liability insurance with listed parties
• City business licence

Note Detailed requirements and documentation are listed in the ERS Registration and Guidelines Form.

Approved ERS providers may deliver services in our:

• Fitness centres
• Swimming pools (Pool access is subject to additional commercial-use criteria.)

Approved ERS providers are expected to follow program check-in and facility guidelines, including:

• Checking in at the customer service desk for each session
• Paying all applicable fees before starting sessions
• Providing services within your approved scope and follow all facility rules
• Not soliciting business in our facilities

Note More details are listed in the registration form and will be provided when approved.

Using pools for private services

Professionals wanting to provide aquatic rehabilitation or fitness services in our pools must meet additional commercial-use requirements.  Review the process on How to do Business in Park Board Pools PDF file (544 KB)