Social work in Nova Scotia is undergoing a regulatory and governance shift. After ten years since becoming a college under the Social Workers Act, the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers will be transitioned to the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).
It is anticipated that this change will take place by early 2027. The next steps in this process will be working with the Nova Scotia government to define the regulations and by-laws under the RHPA.
NSCSW staff are travelling across the province to meet with members in person. Our roadshow offers an opportunity for social workers in Nova Scotia to better understand the regulatory framework under the RHPA, provide feedback and insights related to governance and professional regulation in social work practice, and meet other social workers.
- May 19: Port Hawkesbury
- May 20: Sydney
- May 28: Truro
- June (dates TBD): Bridgewater, Yarmouth, Halifax