Category: News

The Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW) is undergoing a significant transition as the Social Workers Act is repealed, and the regulation of social work moves under the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA). This shift represents a new governance framework for the profession, bringing both challenges and opportunities. Below, we outline what this change means for social workers, the profession, and the public.

Help shape the profession’s future in our province as part of the NSCSW Council! We’re now accepting nominations for several College Council positions. Submit your nomination no later than Friday April 25 at 4:30 PM ADT.

March 5, 2026 — NSCSW is seeking an application services administrator. The application deadline is March 20, 2026.

Feb 25, 2025 — The Executive Council of the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW) is deeply disappointed by the government’s decision to repeal the Social Workers Act without prior notice or consultation.

Feb 24, 2026 — Instead of addressing the systemic issues driving child poverty, the recently tabled provincial budget doubles down on austerity measures that deepen inequality and jeopardize the province’s long-term economic and social health. These choices continue to fail Nova Scotia’s vulnerable children and youth.

We will be closed on the afternoon of December 12 for a staff event. On December 24 the NSCSW office will close at noon, and then reopen on January 2. We encourage members who need assistance with annual renewal to contact us well in advance of the January 31 deadline.

Recognize the contributions of your amazing colleagues! Submit award nominations before January 18, 2026.

Nov 6, 2025 — The theme for next year’s conference is “Navigating complexity together.” We’re inviting our social work community to submit proposals for conference sessions.

A step-by-step guide to completing the registration renewal process for 2026, with troubleshooting tips. Remember that you’ll need to make time to review the new code and standards!

September 24, 2025 — Meet Kyiaisha Benton, the NSCSW’s new Associate Registrar.