The Pedorthic Association of Canada is a national, non-profit company whose major mandate is to establish as well as promote the study, practice as well as knowledge of pedorthics in Canada. Canadian Certified Pedorthists-- C. Ped (C)-- are foot orthotic and orthopedic footwear professionals. They are just one of the few health care professionals trained in the analysis of lower limb anatomy as well as biomechanics.