About Us

Who We Are

The British Columbia Chiropractic Association (BCCA) is a voluntary professional organization that represents BC’s chiropractors. We are dedicated to advancing the chiropractic profession and improving the lives of people in BC through public awareness, advocacy to the government, and collaboration with other health care organizations.

The chiropractic profession in BC was first legislated in 1934. Prior to that, it was served by the Council of Chiropractors, established in 1922. In 1991, the BCCA was founded as a separate member organization due to the constant growth of chiropractors in BC.

Chiropractors are spine, muscle, and nervous system experts specifically trained and qualified to diagnose and provide effective treatment for back and neck pain, headaches, and migraines. The goal of treatment is to relieve pain, restore mobility and prevent reccurrences, so that people can lead healthier, more active lives.

The Neuromusculoskeletal Pain Problem In Canada

Canadians who experienced at least one type of muscle/joint pain: 89 %

Canadians who feel frustrated with their muscle/joint pain: 59 %

Canadians who experienced pain and tried some sort of medication: 79 %

Canadians who used a chiropractor for muscle/joint pain believe it helped: 90 %

Source: All Pain, No Gain: Shining a Light on Canada’s Back Pain and Opioid Crisis, Canadian Chiropractic Association, 2017

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Vision

To achieve health and well-being for all British Columbians through accessible integrated care.

Mission

To advance chiropractic in BC through support, promotion, and advocacy.

Values

WE ARE EVIDENCE-BASED

We promote the translation of best available research into clinical practice and policy. We advocate for the value of clinicians’ experience in individualized care. We recognize patient preferences, cultural influences, health systems, and environmental factors.

WE ARE COLLABORATIVE

We promote collaboration within chiropractic. We support shared decision-making. We collaborate with patients, families, care givers, and communities. We seek opportunities to network and share ideas. We respect the diversity of approaches to care.

WE ARE PEOPLE-CENTRED

We put patients’ interest first, every time. We play a role as advocates for health promotion and prevention in the wider community and society.

WE ARE TRANSPARENT

We are open about the way we do things. We communicate with our team, our members, our partners, and our external stakeholders in an open and honest manner. We take accountability for our actions.