Help shape the profession’s future in our province as part of the NSCSW Council
The Nova Scotia College of Social Workers has several vacant positions on our Council. This is an important period of transition for social work regulation and governance, so we are inviting interested members to apply for these roles. This is your opportunity to participate in ensuring that our profession continues to thrive and meet the needs of Nova Scotians.
Positions open for nomination
- Eastern Regional Representative
- Guysborough, Antigonish, Richmond, Inverness, Victoria & Cape Breton counties
- Western Regional Representative
- Yarmouth, Shelburne, Digby, Queens, Annapolis, Lunenburg & Kings counties
- Student Representatives
- Dalhousie University
- Université Sainte-Anne
Regional representatives must be current NSCSW registrants in good standing. Student representatives must be currently enrolled in a social work program at the university associated with that appointed seat.
Nomination process
The Nomination Committee is responsible for soliciting and reviewing nominations for these positions. To submit a nomination, send the following documentation to [email protected] before the nomination deadline of November 4, 2026:
- Nominee Agreement: A written statement from the nominee confirming your agreement to the nomination and your willingness to participate in Council meetings and related responsibilities if elected or appointed. Please include which Council position you are interested in.
- Nominee Information: A brief biography or statement of interest from the nominee, outlining your qualifications, experience, and vision for the role. You may include:
- why you are interested in serving
- relevant experience, skills, or perspectives you would bring to Council
- any governance, committee, regulatory, leadership, community, or professional experience
- a short resume or CV, if applicable
- Member Support: Signed approval from at least three members in good standing of the College supporting your nomination.
Why join the NSCSW Council?
Serving on Council is a meaningful way to shape the future of social work in Nova Scotia. Council members play a vital role in upholding the College’s mission, values, and commitment to the profession, and provide leadership to enhance pubic safety in the delivery of social work.
Volunteer service on Council is also considered an informal professional development activity for NSCSW members; up to 12 hours/year are eligible.
A short-term commitment
Instead of the usual 2-year term, we need your firm commitment to serve until mid-2027 when the RHPA transition is complete. The social work regulator for Nova Scotia will have a new governance structure at that time. Council members with suitable knowledge and skills may be invited to join the new board and committees of the regulator post-transition.
Until then, the full NSCSW Council has typically held meetings every second month, alternating with the NSCSW Executive; additional meetings may be scheduled as needed to fulfil the needs of the College, particularly the demands of the RHPA transition.