News

Feb 12, 2026 — While the 2025 registry year has just ended, we have lessons and insights from the year to share, and insights into what NSCSW has planned for PD in 2026. 

Feb 5, 2026 — This year’s African Heritage Month theme is a powerful reminder of the transformative potential of collective action.

Mar 9, 2026 — Supporting NS social workers in better providing parenting & decision-making assessments with service users.

Mar 6, 2026 — Social workers in Nova Scotia are invited to join your colleagues from across the province to connect, network, organize & share resources.

Mar 2, 2026 — Connect with other social workers across the province to celebrate National Social Work Month.

Jan 29, 2026 — Ruth Stanley-Aikens, RSW, invites social workers to proactively expand trauma-informed approaches throughout the workplace.

Feb 27, 2026 — Closed space for Black & African Nova Scotian social workers to talk ethics & practice issues, and build connections for safe(r) social work.

January 27, 2026 — Join the governance committee to contribute to the strategic direction and oversight of the College’s governance updates. Apply by Feb 27, 2026.

Jan 26, 2026 — The NSCSW revoked the registration of Sherri Boyd (aka Sherri Lynn Boyd & Sherri Lynn Ascroft Boyd) following a hearing held on October 27, 2025.

We encourage our members to review decision information, to gain insight into the reasons for decisions and the College’s discipline process. It is important for all social workers in Nova Scotia to understand the College’s role in ensuring that Nova Scotians can rely on professional, ethical social work practice. Please note that this decision summary describes sexual misconduct and harm to a minor.