Occupational Therapists (OTs) play a vital role in helping individuals return to meaningful work and daily activities following injury, illness, or psychological challenges. By focusing on function, ability, and workplace readiness, an OT helps employees regain confidence, employers reduce disability time, and insurers ensure safe, effective return-to-work outcomes. Whether it’s physical limitations, cognitive barriers, or emotional stressors, occupational therapy bridges the gap between injury and sustainable recovery.

At Sparx Wellness Institute, our Occupational Therapy program is built to support employees, employers, healthcare providers, and insurers with a comprehensive, evidence-based approach.

Customized return-to-work programs that evaluate physical, cognitive, and emotional readiness, ensuring a safe and successful re-integration into the workplace.

Coordinated communication between employees, employers, healthcare professionals, and insurers to streamline rehabilitation and minimize recovery barriers.

On-site or in-clinic ergonomic evaluations to reduce workplace strain, prevent injury, and optimize productivity.

Objective assessments of strength, endurance, mobility, and work-related tasks to guide rehabilitation and determine job suitability.

Evaluation and rehabilitation of memory, attention, problem-solving, and executive functioning to support employees recovering from concussion, mental health challenges, or prolonged stress.

Evidence-based therapeutic support to help individuals navigate anxiety, stress, burnout, trauma, or behavioural barriers impacting their work and daily life.

We are thrilled to welcome Chantal Bourque, an experienced and compassionate Occupational Therapist dedicated to empowering individuals through recovery and functional independence. With a strong background in mental health, cognitive rehabilitation, workplace injury management, and return-to-work planning, Chantal brings a dynamic, client-centered approach to the Sparx Wellness team. Her passion for helping individuals reach their full potential makes her an invaluable addition to our growing multidisciplinary clinic.

To learn more or to book an appointment with our Occupational Therapy team, please contact us at 506-857-8888 or leon@sparkswellness.ca.