News & Events

Dec 15, 2023 — Social workers in Nova Scotia are invited to join your colleagues from across the province to connect, network, organize & share resources.

Dec 13, 2023 — Nova Scotia social workers are invited to review and discuss the first draft of proposed updates to NSCSW’s Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice.

Dec 13, 2023 —Nova Scotian social workers are invited to develop their professional ethics by collaboratively exploring possible scenarios. This session will explore ways to identify ethics concerns and distinguish them from other, similar concerns we might have about professional practice, the law, or issues of structural justice and equity. Learn more about the role of ethics consultation at the NSCSW and the Nova Scotia Health Ethics Network.

Dec 12, 2023 — Nova Scotia social workers are invited to review and discuss the first draft of proposed updates to NSCSW’s Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice.

Dec 8, 2023 — Join social workers, doctors and an engineer for an interprofessional exploration of safety practices in relation to health care, professional regulation, and social advocacy.

Dec 7, 2023 — Nova Scotia social workers are invited to hear first voice perspectives on the role of peer support in creating safer care & safer practice.

Dec 6, 2023 — Nova Scotia social workers are invited to review and discuss the first draft of proposed updates to NSCSW’s Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice.

The Third Annual NSCSW Award Gala was held in Downtown Halifax on October 13, 2023. Our annual awards program recognizes excellence and dedication in the field of social work, as well as the efforts of allies in the health and social sectors. Please join us in person in celebrating these amazing people in our communities.

Nov 28, 2023 — Nova Scotia social workers are invited to join a colleague sharing her Indigenous social work perspective on domestic violence.

Oct 26, 2023 — Advocates concerned the creation of a child and youth commission in Nova Scotia appears to be stalled.