News & Events

In this issue, our contributors consider how Nova Scotia’s housing crisis and homelessness are inextricably interconnected with social determinants of health and well-being.

November 22, 2021 — Join us for a special Big Ideas in Mental Health Panel, organized by the NSCSW Social Justice Committee, where we will discuss the unique social justice issues related to mental health for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Our specific focus is on the current gaps in understanding and service facing those who are transgender, gender-diverse and intersex, and the need for a province-wide policy to improve access to gender affirming care.

21 October, 2021 — This Wednesday, Premier Tim Houston unveiled his government’s blueprint for dealing with the province’s housing crisis. We’re especially appreciative of the decision to cap rent increases until December 31, 2023. This was an important change of perspective from the new Premier.

Nov 19, 2021 — Join Prasanna Kariyawansa, RSW, to learn about trauma informed theory and practice.

18 November 2021 — A panel discussion about challenges and opportunities regarding spirituality in social work settings. Part two of a three part webinar series with Nadia Siritsky and CASW.

12 October, 2021 — As a new legislature meets for the first time, NSCSW offers the policy goals of Nova Scotian social workers for due consideration.

12 October, 2021 — Nova Scotia’s legislature meets today for the first time since the election. NSCSW shares the policy goals of Nova Scotian social workers with the new government.

Nov 10, 2021 — Christina Wilson, RSW, explores how helpers can cultivate compassion satisfaction or joy for the art of helping, in the midst of personal, professional and systemic challenges

7 October 2021 — We’re proposing changes to the professional development standards. Take a look at what the committee has so far.

Nov 5, 2021 — Practical and ethical implications of changes to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) legislation for social workers in Nova Scotia