News & Events

Mar 24 — The NSCSW welcomes the thorough and thoughtful review of the Nova Scotia Children and Family Services Act (CFSA) and strongly encourages the Minister of Opportunities and Social Development to take immediate and decisive action to implement the recommendations.

March 20, 2025 — The NSCSW is raising significant concerns about Bill 36 – the Free Trade and Mobility Within Canada Act – calling it a major setback for public safety and the regulatory integrity of the social work profession in Nova Scotia.

March 19, 2025 — Letter from Alec Stratford to Premier Tim Houston earlier this month about the College’s concerns about Bill 36, the Free Trade and Mobility within Canada Act

31 Mar, 2025 — Please join us in congratulating the student members who were selected to receive our bursaries last year.

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.

Feb 27, 2024 — Dr. Norma Jean Profitt, RSW, writes for Connection about the distinction between burnout and moral injury, and explores moral engagement as essential to the pursuit of social justice.

Feb 27, 2025 — As social workers we strive to see issues in context. So as we examine recent events in Nova Scotia’s capital: what is the context beyond sensational headlines, kneejerk responses, and calls for justice?

Feb 27, 2025 — March is National Social Work Month, a time to reflect on the vital contributions of social workers who dedicate themselves to improving lives and strengthening communities.

Mar 27, 2025 — Join us for the third part of a series of lunch & learns that aims to support the cultivation of ethical social work practice that integrates an understanding of sustainability and the role of social workers in addressing, mitigating, and adapting to the ongoing climate emergency. This session explores mezzo social work practice and climate justice.