Membership that supports you - so you can support others.
Continuing Education
Opportunities
Community &
Networking
Access to
Professional Liability
Insurance
Advocacy &
Representation
A Strong Voice for
the Doula Profession
Listing on
Directory
Discounts for
workshops & events
Membership at a glance
Membership types to support you at every stage of your journey
Reopens September 8 th
BYO Insurance
New or Renewing Member
Indigenous Member
Prorated Membership
Midwifery Student
Join or renew your annual DAA membership to access member benefits, professional support, education, and apply for the DAA Group Professional Liability insurance.
This membership is for doulas who carry their own professional liability insurance through another provider but want to enjoy all the benefits of DAA membership.
This membership recognizes Indigenous traditional birth and postpartum practices. Eligible members recieve full DAAmembership, with insurance training requirements waived.
Reduced memship fees are available partway through the membership year, so you can begin enjoying DAA member benefits without waiting until the next renewal cycle.
This membership offers discounted DAA membership to students currently enrolled in a midwifery program, supporting connection, education, and professional development as they prepare for practice.
Membership Options
NEW Membership & Group Insurance Rate
100$Welcome! Elevate your doula career with your new membership. Insurance $180/year, paid directly to PROLINK after joining.Valid for 12 months- Membership + Exclusive Group Insurance Rate
- Insurance: $108 yr*, paid directly to PROLINK after joining
- Access to specialized trainings & members only discounts
- Access to provincial level advocacy
- Access to a provincial members-only facebook group
- Directory listing
- Membership badge
- * BASED ON 1 MILLION DOLLAR POLICY
Indigenous/Cultural Member 2026-2027
100$This membership recognizes Indigenous and Cultural traditional community support people. Eligible members receive full DAA membership, insurance training requirements waived. Documentation Required.Â- All opportunities associated with membership
- Insurance requirement waived
- Recognition of traditional training practices
- No Insurance Policy provided (Membership Only)
- Membership valid until September 30th, 2027
BYO Insurance 2026-2027
100$Membership only - you must present your own insuranceValid for 12 months- Access to specialized trainings and members only discounts
- Access to provincial level advocacy
- Access to a provincial members only facebook group
- Directory listing
- Membership badge
- Membership valid until September 30, 2027
RENEWAL-Membership & Insurance 2026-2027
100$Member Renewal: Continue your journey with us!Valid for one year- Membership + Exclusive Group Insurance Rate
- Insurance: $180 yr*, paid directly to PROLINK after joining
- Access to specialized training & members only discounts
- Access to provincial level advocacy
- Access to provincial members-only facebook page
- Directory listing
- Membership Badge
- * BASED ON 1 MILLION DOLLAR POLICY
- Membership valid until September 30th, 2027
Midwifery student discount rate
50$For current midwifery students providing doula support. Includes 50% off regular DAA membership fees, with access to DAA resources and eligibility for doula insurance coverage.Valid for 12 months- 50% off membership fee
- Membership + Exclusive Group Insurance Rate
- Insurance: $180 yr*, paid directly to PROLINK separately
- Access to specialized training & members only discounts
- Access to provincial level advocacy
- Access to a provincial members-only facebook group
- Directory listing
- Membership badge
- * BASED ON 1 MILLION DOLLAR POLICY
- Membership valid until September 30th, 2027
Common questions
When does my membership start? Your DAA membership begins on the date you purchase it. Annual memberships are renewed each year during the renewal period, which opens in early September, and are valid for one year. If you purchase a prorated membership later in the membership year, your membership is valid from your purchase date until the next annual renewal period.
Is insurance included with my DAA membership? No. Insurance is purchased separately from your DAA membership. An active DAA membership provides eligible members with access to the DAA group insurance program and preferred group rates, but insurance coverage is not included in your membership fee.
Why is insurance required? Professional liability insurance protects both you and the profession. While insurance is not legally required to practice as a doula, working within your scope of practice does not prevent someone from filing a claim. Even if a claim is unfounded, insurance can help cover the cost of legal defence and other expenses that might otherwise be paid out of pocket. As a membership organization, the DAA requires insurance to uphold a high professional standard and strengthen the credibility of the doula profession in Alberta. By ensuring members have access to professional liability coverage, we help protect individual doulas while supporting the continued recognition and advancement of our profession. For details about coverage, please visit the Prolink website.
What is included in the 10 continuing education hours? The DAA believes that ongoing professional development strengthens both individual doulas and the profession as a whole. Continuing education helps members stay current with evolving evidence, best practices, and emerging topics across all areas of doula care. To make this requirement accessible, the DAA recognizes a wide variety of learning opportunities. Members may complete both free and paid educational offerings, and the DAA provides suggested training opportunities while also welcoming alternative courses and learning experiences that support professional growth. The annual 10-hour continuing education requirement reflects the DAA's commitment to professionalism, accountability, and excellence. Like many professional associations, the DAA maintains continuing education standards to support the credibility of our members, strengthen advocacy efforts, and ensure Alberta doulas continue to provide informed, high-quality care.
Why is a Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check Required? As a Doula Association of Alberta member, you're welcomed into a profession built on trust. Doulas are invited into some of life's most intimate moments, often supporting families, newborns, and vulnerable individuals in their homes and communities. To help maintain a safe and professional standard for both families and members, all DAA members are required to complete a current Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check. Good News! When you join the DAA, your welcome email will include a letter confirming your membership. Take this letter with you when applying for your Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check at your local police detachment or RCMP office. Many police services will waive the processing fee for volunteers or members of qualifying organizations when this letter is provided. Fee waiver policies are determined by each police service, so availability may vary by location.
