Contact the College:
Mail: 1888 Brunswick St., Suite 700, Halifax, NS B3J 3J8
Phone: 902-429-7799
Fax: 902-429-7650
We typically respond to inquiries within 1-2 business days.
Alec Stratford, RSW — Executive Director/Registrar
The Executive Director/Registrar is the senior management position within the College, appointed by and reporting to the Council.
Alec is responsible for the overall planning and operations of the College, including regulatory functions. He is the point of contact between Council and staff, ensuring that College activities are in sync with Council’s policies and priorities. Alec also speaks for the College in conversations with government, media, and other professional regulatory bodies and associations.
Telephone: (902) 429-7799 x 224
Email: [email protected]
Tyler Colbourne, RSW — Professional Development Consultant
The Professional Development Consultant creates resources to support members in the practice of social work.
Tyler organizes professional development opportunities and supports social workers in achieving their annual professional development requirements. He builds relationships with social work educators, employers, and practitioners to co-create alignment between practicum opportunities, candidacy, and clinical supervision. He is also the staff liaison for most of NSCSW’s public interest committees: Connections, Decolonization, Professional Development, Professional Standards, and Social Justice.
Much of Tyler’s role involves close collaboration with members of the College, including social workers, social work educators, retired associate members, and social work students.
Telephone:(902)429-7799 x 223
E-mail: [email protected]
Valerie Heard, RSW — Regulatory and Candidacy Consultant
The Regulatory and Candidacy Manager provides strategic support for regulating ethical, competent social work practice.
Val supports the NSCSW’s professional misconduct process in collaboration with the Complaints and Discipline committees, serving as an expert on regulation, investigations, and professional social work conduct. She also oversees the Candidacy Mentorship Program, providing mentors, candidates and employers with the necessary tools and resources to complete regulatory requirements.
Telephone: (902) 429-7799 x 222
Email: [email protected]
Gen Coughlan — Administrative Support, Regulatory Services
The Administrative Assistant, Regulatory Services, acts as one of the front-line points of contact for the office and supports the regulatory functions of the NSCSW.
Gen receives general inquiries from members and the public, and directs them to other staff members when appropriate. She also provides administrative and logistical support to three NSCSW committees (Clinical, Complaints, Discipline).
Telephone: (902) 429-7799 x 228
Email: [email protected]
Wilhemina Welbeck — Administrative Support, Membership Services
The Administrative Assistant, Membership Services, acts as one of the front-line points of contact for the office and supports NSCSW’s member services.
Wilhemina receives general inquiries from members and the public, and directs them to other staff members when appropriate. She provides administrative and logistical support for NSCSW staff, which includes admin support for most of NSCSW’s member committees (Connections, Decolonization, Professional Development, Professional Standards, and Social Justice).
Telephone: (902) 429-7799 x 226
Email: [email protected]
Rebecca Faria — Communication Coordinator
The Communications Coordinator is responsible for preparing, directing, and disseminating all communication on behalf of the College through various channels, including digital and print mediums.
Rebecca ensures that all NSCSW communication aligns with the College’s objectives and goals, and supports positive reciprocal relationships with its stakeholders, including the general public, members, Council, the media, and other professional bodies. She collaborates with NSCSW staff, committee members and community partners to develop and implement communication strategy in support of the College’s larger strategic plan. This includes creating and distributing information resources to support strong member services, regulatory compliance, and the College’s continuing advocacy efforts.
Telephone:(902)429-7799 x 227
E-mail:nbsp;[email protected]