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Grow your career and make an impact at FORTIS Spine & Sport, Ottawa’s top sport therapy experience.

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Join Ottawa’s Leading Sport Therapy Clinic

Help active people obtain strength in all aspects of life.

We’re looking for passionate Chiropractors, Physiotherapists, and Massage Therapists to join our growing team!

Interested? We’d love to hear from you.

Professional Development

Opportunities to grow your skill set through courses and earn new certifications from accredited institutions.

Individual Rooms

The modern clinic is both elegant and functional. Individual rooms enable you to work with patients in a private, quiet manner.

Sport Specialization

FORTIS caters to active people from all walks of life. Many clients are pro athletes recovering from injuries or striving to improve performance.

Hear From Our Team

“FORTIS provides a space for you to grow as a therapist in the direction you want.”

Chelsea Campbell, Massage Therapist

“You’ll work alongside practitioners who continually strive to better themselves and the clinic.”

Iain McGregor, Physiotherapist

“The clinic environment is very welcoming to all who walk in the door.”

Jasmyn Lee, Clinic Manager

About FORTIS

FORTIS Spine & Sport, located in Kanata, is Ottawa’s leading sports therapy experience. We strive to integrate the latest, evidence-backed treatments into our practice, such as Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS).

The FORTIS clinical approach is popular among athletic populations and Dr. Jon and his team often have the opportunity to consult with athletes of the NHL, NFL, CFL, NCAA, CIS and Team Canada.

The FORTIS treatment philosophy is built around six principles of care: Function, Optimization, Recovery, Training, Innovation, and Synergy.

  • Function is a highly individualized and subjective concept as it defines your ability to move independently and safely in all avenues of life.

    We want you to feel confident when participating in activities of daily living, completing work tasks, and engaging in physical activity. Your function will remain at the forefront of your care plan.

  • Our FORTIS team holds the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to support you during your health journey.

    When you lean into the resources available at your fingertips, you’re able to optimize your health with our ongoing support.

  • Recovery is a process of restoration and change through which you improve your health, live a self-directed life, and are able to reach your full potential.

  • Training refers to advancing our knowledge and skillset to practice and perform at our best. The FORTIS clinic offers workshops to promote patient education and professional development events.

  • We bring the top evidence-based methods and techniques to you. Our providers regularly seek out opportunities to refine skills and expand knowledge wherever possible. This allows us to bring new knowledge to you during your appointments. New challenges drive new strategies, leading to faster results.

  • The integration of several clinical methods allows us to identify root causes and use a combination of treatment modalities to achieve greater health outcomes faster.

Meet the Clinic Director

Dr. Jon Steen created FORTIS with the goal of combining evidence-based treatment methods, his background in strength & conditioning with leading-edge scientific principles within; pain science, nervous system optimization, nutrition, metabolic function and sleep analysis.

“Dr. Jon provides a space that is not only welcoming and positive, but allows you to grow your practice as you see fit.”

— Chelsea, Massage Therapist at FORTIS

Evidence-backed Treatments

FORTIS treatments are on the cutting-edge of modern sport medicine, backed by the latest data. Our team members possess advanced certifications from leading institutions in the field of sport medicine, such as the world-leading Prague School of Rehabilitation.

Patient Testimonials

  • "If I hadn’t met Dr. Jon, I would not be in a position to return to the sport I love. You're a career saver!"

    Gabe Vilardi- Los Angeles Kings

  • "I only had a few days to be game ready... and he had me back in a day"

    Caleb Holley - Buffalo Bills

  • "It's now been 3 months pain free thanks to Dr. Steen, and I feel much more dialled in to my body because of his work."

    Ryan Kuffner - Detroit Red Wings

  • "Dr. Jon is ahead of the game- no one has provided me with this caliber of treatment."

    Josue Matias - Tennessee Titans

  • "Thanks for taking my body from a Civic to a Beemer!"

    Corey Durocher - Team Canada Hockey

  • "Dr. Jon's electro-acupuncture for sports injury has been a huge help in getting me back to 100%"

    Elias Hancock - Team Canada Rugby 7s

  • "Brought my body back to life when I thought the road to recovery was much longer!”

    Tevaun Smith - Indianapolis Colts

  • "Thanks for keeping my body working from head to toe...literally. Your work has done wonders to keep me performing at an elite level!"

    Alec Arsenault - Team Canada Ultimate

  • "His unique mix of acupuncture, soft tissue treatment & baby movements works wonders"

    Stefan Logan - Detroit Lions

  • "I wouldn't have been able to compete this day without you and your amazing work! Thanks Jon!!"

    Samantha Ball- Crossfitter/ Powerlifter

  • "Jon, thank you for the best treatment around and helping me win THE GREY CUP!! Your magic allows me to live my dream!!"

    Alex Mateas- Ottawa Red Blacks

  • "Dr. Jon, Thank you for your constant attention to detail in my treatment. You are the Gandolph to my Fellowship!!"

    Ettore Lattanzio - Ottawa RedBlacks

  • "To Dr. Jon, You've given me a whole new understanding of how to move my body. You and your baby movements saved my hockey career."

    Chris Carozzi- Gilford Flames, Goalie

  • "I firmly believe I would not have been able to compete at the world championship level without him. Knees, shoulders, hips, back...he can fix it all, and consistently quicker than I would expect."

    Chris Finlay - World Championship OCR

  • "The combination of treatment and rehabilitation exercise methods, makes Jon, truly a lifesaver and one of the best at his job"

    Mike Klassen - Ottawa Redblacks

  • "Thanks for keeping the machine tuned up and functioning at full capacity"

    Jay Nera- Powerlifter

  • "Thank you so much for helping me rehab from my car accident and getting me back to top form!"

    Tanner Care- Ottawa Gee Gees

  • "Eight years of pain is gone! Thank you for keeping me on stage!"

    Marie VanDusen- IFBB Pro Competitor/ Coach

Ottawa’s #1 Sport Therapy Clinic

FORTIS Spine & Sport is an award-winning, Lumino Health-listed clinic with a five-star rating on Google.

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