Preserving the diversity of herbalism in all its ethnic, cultural and philosophical traditions. Promoting public awareness and education regarding herbalists and herbalism. Promoting communication among herbalists. Fostering communication between herbal associations in Canada and internationally. Maintaining a register of professional members. Establishing standards of education and training, codes of ethics and practice, and certification protocols for professional herbalists practicing in Ontario. Providing support, guidance and leadership for new herbalists in Ontario. Representing herb enthusists and professional herbalists in negotiations with government regulatory bodies. Establishment of self-regulation of professional herbalists in Ontario. Encouraging communication between herbalists and other health professionals. Promoting the awareness and protection of endangered medicinal plant species. Supporting ethical research in herbal medicine. Providing leadership and direction for herbalism in the 21st Century. The material contained on this web site is intended for educational purposes only and no responsibility is assumed for misadventure resulting from the misuse of botanical preparations. If you have a health problem, you should consult a qualified medical doctor for diagnosis. Herbal treatment should be undertaken only with the advice of a qualified herbal practitioner. Self medication may be dangerous or ineffective. General membership in the Ontario Herbalists Association is open to any herbal enthusiast, and does not imply any fitness to practise herbal medicine. The OHA only supports those members who have met or exceeded the requirements for professional membership, who have been approved, and whose membership is in good standing.