Announcements

Executive Director Update(July/24)
I am delighted to introduce myself as the new Executive Director and Registrar of the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta. This is an [...]
Executive Director Update(July/24)
I am delighted to introduce myself as the new Executive Director and Registrar of the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta. This is an [...]
Announcement of New Executive Director & Registrar(June/24)
On behalf of the Council of the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta (College), I am delighted to announce the appointment of Michelle Phillips, Dr. Ac., as [...]
Executive Director and Registrar Resignation(April/24)
I hope this message finds you well. We write to inform you of an important change within the College […]
Update for Members(April/24)
Each year, the College may require learning activities that are related to a specific topic based on the College’s mandate to serve the public […]
2024-25 Renewal Improvements(Jan/24)
Thank you. Here’s some of the ways we used your feedback to help us improve the renewal process: 1. Updated […]
Executive Director Update(Dec/23)
As 2023 draws to a close, and I look back on the previous year, I find myself feeling grateful for Council and my […]
Executive Director Update(Sep/23)
I can’t believe it’s fall again. Another year has passed so fast! I’m happy to be able to provide another positive […]
Renewal and CCP Survey Results(Jun/23)
To learn more about how acupuncturists feel about the Continuing Competence Program [...]
Executive Director Update(Jun/23)
This update is focused on a crucial element of strong partnerships: communication. How we […]
Changes to Legislation(Apr/23)
On March 31, 2023, the Health Statutes Amendment Act 2020 (No.2), also known as Bill 46, was officially […]
Executive Director Update(Apr/23)
I am always appreciative of the opportunity to communicate directly with our members in these updates […]

About the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta

The College of Acupuncturists of Alberta regulates the practice of acupuncture in Alberta. We protect Albertans by establishing and upholding professional standards for acupuncturists through regulatory excellence.

Complaint Process

If you have concerns about an acupuncturist, please contact our Complaints Director at complaintsdirector@acupuncturealberta.ca

What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a complete system of medicine based on Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and modern scientific and physiologic systems. It is used to assess, diagnose and treat.

Acupuncture is administered to

  • promote, maintain, restore or improve health
  • prevent disorder, imbalance or disease,
  • alleviate pain
  • facilitate healing
  • to increase mobility
  • restore function and quality of life.

It refers to the stimulation of specific points, identified by anatomical and physiological standards, as well as by manual inspection & palpation. Stimulation of points elicits a predictable physiological response including neurophysiological responses in the muscles, spinal cord and brain, as well as biochemical and hormonal responses in the body.

These responses either change the body’s experience of symptoms, especially pain, or trigger the release of substances which influence the body’s internal regulation. This includes the administration of manual, mechanical, thermal and electro-therapeutic stimulation.

As an integral part of the healthcare team, Acupuncturists may collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide a comprehensive treatment plan that best meets the patient’s needs and goals.