Category: News

The purpose of this project is to develop an advocacy paper to articulate the core values and principles that should frame and drive policy decisions to foster greater well-being and mental wellness. We want to create a critical discourse on the political, economic and social issues that impact the mental wellness of Nova Scotians. We… Read more »

After consultation with our members and the hard work of our Candidacy Committee, members voted to adopt the new Candidacy framework and launch the new Candidacy Mentorship Program (CMP) at our 2017 Annual General Meeting. The Candidacy Mentorship Program ensures that new graduates have the skills, competence, and good character to practice social work in Nova Scotia We’re launching the program… Read more »

Thank you to our members for your patience over the last three months during the upgrade to our new member portal. We are happy to announce that our new member portal is live. We hope you find the new online portal intuitive and easy to use. Please read the steps below to activate and login… Read more »

Nova Scotia’s vulnerable children and youth continue to fall through the cracks in our province. They need their voices heard. We’re calling for the creation of a Child and Youth Advocate office to protect and promote the rights of Nova Scotia children and youth. Why advocate for a Child and Youth Advocate office? A Child and… Read more »

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, September 18, 2018 Campaign Asks NS Government to Provide an Independent Voice for Children and Youth   KJIPUKTUK (HALIFAX, NS) – Nova Scotia’s vulnerable children and youth continue to fall through the cracks in our province. They need their voices heard. The Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW) is advocating for the… Read more »

                          It is with profound sadness that we say goodbye to our friend and colleague Ngozi Otti. Ngozi – a mother of 6, sister, and leader – was a passionate social worker and advocate for an inclusive society where folks from diverse backgrounds… Read more »

Interested in receiving updates from the NSCSW about the state of child welfare in Nova Scotia? Please complete the following form :

The College’s Professional Development Committee needs your input! Your feedback will guide & determine the direction for the Private Practice Committee as they review and determine appropriate regulations for entry to private practice in Nova Scotia. The survey will take approximately 6 minutes to complete and closes September 7, 2018.  Complete the survey here The Social Workers… Read more »

During the month of July, there will be limited access to your member profile through our database as we bring a new system online.  If you have not done so already, please download copies of your registration certificate before July 3, 2018.  Questions? Contact the College’s Regulatory & Applications Administrator Alexandra Nelson at [email protected]