The Canadian Podiatric Medical Association (CPMA) acts as the national voice for podiatrists in Canada, serving as a resource for legislative and policy changes affecting podiatry both provincially and federally. The association also represents podiatrists in Canada at the international level through involvement with the Federation Internationale des Podologues (FIP), the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) and The Royal College of Podiatry (UK) (RCOP).
Friendship protocols have also been established with the U.S.A. and the UK.
As well, the CPMA has representation at the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association Meetings (CLHIA), which serves to negotiate fee schedules and coverage for professional services provided by podiatrists.