News & Events

Measures to prevent COVID-19 transmission continue to be necessary for protection of the public during this challenging time. Our office is open only by appointment. Last updated April 7, 2022.

September 9, 2022 — A workshop about social inclusion & workplace experiences of immigrant youth in Nova Scotian communities.

July 28, 2022 — After the determined efforts of many individuals and organizations, the province announced that they were reducing some of the barriers to accessing gender-affirming surgeries. This was a welcome reminder that advocacy really does make a difference, but there is so more much to be done. Gender-affirming care is still under-funded, under-resourced, and often unavailable.

July 27, 2022 — We have a clinical regulation project plan ready for our members to review, so you can see what steps we’re planning to take and how they fit together.

July 26, 2022 — There is a vacancy for a public appointee seat on the NSCSW Board of Examiners (BOE). Our BOE oversees the application of regulatory policy, approves social work applicants, and makes all decision regarding the complaints and discipline matters brought before the College.

August 17, 2022 — Nova Scotian social workers are invited to explore the root causes of workplace burnout, and discuss how to address them.

12 July, 2022 — It is possible to create public policy that can solve the underlying causes of poverty and homelessness, rather than criminalize the symptoms of a policy that has failed to actualize its stated electoral goals.

Aug 10, 2022 — An opportunity for NSCSW members to learn about the 2022 changes to PD and ask questions

July 4, 2022 — The purpose of this project is to complete a comprehensive evaluation of the NSCSW’s 5 year strategic plan and use this insight as benchmark to generate a renewed strategic vision. Bids should by submitted no later than August 19.

Jun 30, 2022 — As National Indigenous History Month comes to a close, on the eve of a celebration of nationalism, let us reflect upon the treaties that enable us to live here, on Turtle Island. This weekend, and every day, let us listen, learn and do what we can to honour these treaties and the people whose lands we live within.

June 29, 2022 — We have more lunch and learns on the calendar for members to ask questions about the new professional development requirements.