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Closing the Gap: New Duty-to-Report Standards Under the RHPA

Jun 18, 2026 — NSCSW is inviting members to share their feedback on two new standards that have been proposed to fulfil the RHPA’s requirements for social workers to report sexual misconduct from registrants in regulated health professions. If you have insight to share, please reach out by August 30.

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Be part of the College’s Board of Examiners

Jun 16, 2026 — The College’s Council is looking for a member in child welfare to appoint to the Board of Examiners (BOE). The BoE currently oversees the application of regulatory policy, approves social work applicants, and makes all decision regarding the complaints and discipline matters brought before the College. The role of the BOE is projected to change in 2027 as part of the RHPA transition.

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