RMT stands for Registered Massage Therapist. An RMT, or a registered massage therapist, is someone licensed to give massages at a clinic or not. These practitioners have met educational requirements and have registered with their provincial governing body.
RMTs are not the same as unlicensed individuals who offer relaxation massages. RMTs are commonly covered under workplace health insurance plans, whereas unlicensed practitioners are not.
Before booking an appointment, you should know the practitioner’s credentials. For example, some spas offer massages from practitioners who are not RMTs. Although relaxing, they would not be covered under your workplace health insurance plan.