Ian Vining

Ian Vining is an experienced professional in massage therapy and health services with a long-standing tenure as the Registered Massage Therapist Team Lead/Trainer at Elmwood Spa since July 2008. Ian has served as a Council Member for the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario from January 2019 to April 2023, chairing the Client Relations Committee. Previous roles include Clinic Supervisor and Teaching Assistant at the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, and Director positions with the Registered Massage Therapist Association of Ontario and OCC #6 board of directors. Early career experiences include registered massage therapist positions at Ste Anne's Country Inn and Spa, and outreach work at YMCA First Stop. Ian's background in safety management at York Barbell Co. LTD and marine navigation with Canada Steamship Lines further emphasizes a strong foundation in organizational leadership and public safety. Ian's academic achievements include degrees in Social Service Work, Marine Navigation, and Massage Therapy, with ongoing studies in Maritime Business and Navigation at Memorial University.