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Nov 5, 2025 — Join NSCSW in New Minas to network with other NS social workers & learn more about our newly revised Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice.

Nov 4, 2025 — Join NSCSW in Yarmouth to network with other NS social workers & learn more about our newly revised Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice.

Oct 31, 2025 — Connect with social workers and explore the complex subject of self-care and prevention of burnout, secondary stress & vicarious trauma.

Oct 29, 2025 — An introductory webinar focused on critical examination of key gender-based violence concepts in social work practice. (This webinar is a prerequisite for a in-person miniconference in November.)

Sep 25, 2025 — Courtenay Vickers, RD, considers the role of social workers in supporting service users’ relationships with food, eating, and nourishing their bodies.

Sep 25, 2025 — The NSCSW has officially launched its new 2026 Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, a foundational document designed to advance reconciliation, reparations, uphold justice, and ensure the safe and ethical delivery of social work services across the province.

Sep 25, 2025 — A decade has passed since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada released its 94 Calls to Action. This 10-year mark serves as a powerful moment for reflection, accountability, and a renewed commitment to the path of reconciliation. Today, we are proud to publicly launch the new Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice that will take effect in 2026.

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

Oct 17, 2025 — A webinar for social workers and helpers who are curious about decolonizing and Indigenizing mental health services (originally planned for Sep 2, postponed)

Oct 16, 2025 — Join NSCSW in Antigonish to network with other NS social workers & learn more about our newly revised Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice.