Promotion of their own businesses on the OVD website.
Access to continuing education through regularly scheduled information sessions with local perinatal service providers and fellow OVD members with specialized expertise, as well as free or subsidized workshops with trainers from across Canada and beyond.
Quarterly OVD meetings, to provide input on the direction of the organization, and to connect with other members.
Access to our private FaceBook group for networking between members.
Communication and relationship building between the executive and local hospitals, birth centres, and care providers.
The ability to attend Grand Rounds at the Ottawa Hospital.
Promotion of doulas in our community, including an increased OVD social media presence.
Responsive communication between the executive team and members.

Training from a recognized doula training organization; certification is not required. Traditionally trained doulas are also accepted.
Commitment to our Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.
Completion of a recognized Infection Prevention and Control training course.
- For example, Public Health Ontario’s IPAC Online Learning Course. Only the following modules are required for OVD membership: 1) Chain of Transmission and Risk Assessment; 2) Core: Additional Precautions; 3) Core: Control of the Environment; and 4) Personal Risk Assessment Community Home.
Biannual membership fee of $50. Dues are used to support professional development, advocacy efforts, website maintenance, and other organizational activities.