Occupational therapy (OT) is a healthcare profession helping people of all ages participate in daily activities and occupations when illness, injury, disability, or other conditions create barriers. Occupational therapists assess functional abilities and design interventions including adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, skill development, and strategies for managing daily tasks. OT addresses activities from self-care basics to workplace participation. Provincial healthcare systems fund some OT services, while private insurance and personal payment cover others. Municipal relevance includes OT in long-term care facilities, accessibility planning that considers how people use buildings and spaces, and workplace accommodations for municipal employees.