The Canadian Group Psychotherapy Association is a professional association whose aims are: Gather together Canadian group psychotherapists from various disciplines in an atmosphere of collegial learning; Foster and provide education and training for mental health professionals in group psychotherapy; Encourage research in group psychotherapy; Set national standards for quality in training, practice and research; Advocate, through societal action, the use of group psychotherapy in both community and hospital settings; Help local sections establish continuing education and training initiatives that reflect the interests of the local members.