2 March, 2026 — This National Social Work Month, we celebrate a century of organized and professional social work in Canada, marked by the founding of the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) in 1926. The theme for this centennial year, “Reflecting on Our Past, Reimagining Our Future,” calls on the profession to honour its legacy while envisioning a more just and inclusive future.
Mar 27, 2026 — Explore the ways Black joy shows up and supports healing and helping practices with service users and social change.
Mar 26, 2026 — Closed space for Mi’kmaq & Indigenous social workers to discuss ethics, practice issues, & build connections for safer social work practice.
Feb 25, 2025 — The Executive Council of the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW) is deeply disappointed by the government’s decision to repeal the Social Workers Act without prior notice or consultation.
Feb 24, 2026 — Instead of addressing the systemic issues driving child poverty, the recently tabled provincial budget doubles down on austerity measures that deepen inequality and jeopardize the province’s long-term economic and social health. These choices continue to fail Nova Scotia’s vulnerable children and youth.
Feb 24, 2026 — NSCSW is pleased to see the funding announcement for a new provincial child and youth advocate, but is calling for urgent action to ensure the new office is swiftly established and adequately resourced to address the growing needs of vulnerable children and families across the province created by this budget.
Mar 23, 2026 — Learn how social workers can develop emotional resiliency tools & skills to aid their professional practice & maintain their own well-being.
Mar 20, 2026 — This session led by a NSCSW BSW practicum student explores how intuition, perception & cognitive biases influence ethical decision making.
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.
CONNECTION is the official newsletter of the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers.
