Our Vision

Elevated healthcare for all Ontarians.

Our Mission

To maximize the impact of NDs as key allies in Ontario’s health care system.

Our Values

  1. Excellence – Striving to uphold the highest standards, knowledge and skills.
  2. Integrity – Operating ethically, honestly and transparently in accordance with the principles of naturopathic medicine.
  3. Community – Fostering community through belonging, dignity, safety and encouraging shared understanding.
  4. Collaboration – Working together across diverse perspectives to achieve shared goals and foster innovation.

Strategic Plan Objectives 2023-2026

Advocate for the Profession

  • Advocate to the Ontario government for increased access to substances and diagnostic tools.
  • Advance the priorities of the membership in regulatory affairs.
  • Integrate NDs into diverse interdisciplinary healthcare settings.

Enhance the visibility and understanding of the profession

  • Pursue partnerships and joint initiatives with other healthcare professionals, associations, researchers, organizations and governments.
  • Increase demand by demonstrating the value of naturopathic medicine for all Ontarians.
  • Increase access to naturopathic medicine for equity deserving groups.
  • Connect the public with NDs for education and healthcare opportunities.

Evolve the Association

  • Evolve communication strategy to and from the membership to ensure the membership feels heard.
  • Enhance effective knowledge transmission.
  • Increase engagement of the profession in the association.
  • Build relationships through adding value.
  • Foster cohesive leadership team.
  • Continue to evolve commitment to EDIA-AR.

Sustain the Profession

  • Ensure quality continuing naturopathic and business education that promotes job satisfaction and longevity in the profession.
  • Increase accessibility to naturopathic medicine.