We didn’t have any bylaw changes this year, but there were still some great updates! If you missed our AGM in May you can watch the livestream recording on our YouTube channel or read the highlights below.
Fee increase for 2026
The 2026 budget approved at the AGM included several key adjustments in response to the current economic climate. Notably, it introduced a modest 2.4% increase to registration and renewal fees, reflecting 2024 inflation rates. This increase is necessary to maintain the financial capacity and operational effectiveness of the College, ensuring we meet our regulatory obligations. The adjustment will take effect for the registration year that begins February 1, 2026, increasing the baseline active member registration fee from $465 to $476.
Council elections & appointments
We do have a vacancy remaining on council for the Northern region; members in that region who are interested in stepping forward for this role are encouraged to contact NSCSW staff.
New NSCSW Council member:
- Western Regional Representative: Alexandra Earle-Lambert, 1st term
Uncontested returns to Council:
- Vice President: Michelle Ward, 2nd term
- Treasurer: Kate Matheson, 3rd term
- Central Regional Representative: Stephanie LeBlanc, 2nd term
- Western Regional Representative: Iain Ford, 3rd term
- Northern Regional Representative: April Munro-Wood, 2nd term
- Eastern Regional Representative: Claire Sampson-MacDonald, 2nd term
- Indigenous Representative: Holly Meuse, 2nd term
Annual report
NSCSW council members presented the annual report. Themes included the growth of our membership, our successful transition from private practice registration to clinical specialist registration, the adaptation of the CASW Code of Ethics to create a new code and standards for Nova Scotia (to be implemented in 2025), and how our strategic plan is guiding and supporting proactive right-touch regulation in pursuit of safe(r) social work practice.