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.
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 5, 2026 — This year’s African Heritage Month theme is a powerful reminder of the transformative potential of collective action.
March 19, 2025 — Letter from Alec Stratford to Premier Tim Houston earlier this month about the College’s concerns about Bill 36, the Free Trade and Mobility within Canada Act
Feb 27, 2025 — March is National Social Work Month, a time to reflect on the vital contributions of social workers who dedicate themselves to improving lives and strengthening communities.
September 2024 — We’ve been working for quite some time on adapting the CASW Code of Ethics, Values and Guiding Principles 2024 to the Nova Scotian context for implementation next year; we’d like our members to take a look at the latest drafts and let us know your thoughts
Aug 1, 2024 — On this date in 1834, thousands of enslaved people of African descent were declared free here in Nova Scotia, and many more around the world.
Aug 14, 2024 — Join Alec Stratford to learn more about the new regulations for the private practice of clinical social work, and the new guidelines for clinical supervision and assessment of clinical skills.
Aug 13, 2024 — Join Alec Stratford to learn more about the new regulations for the private practice of clinical social work, and how RSWs can apply for the clinical specialization.
Apr 19, 2024 — Yesterday, on the anniversary of the mass casualty tragedy in Colchester and Cumberland counties, the Minister of Justice repeatedly insisted to media that gender-based violence is not an epidemic in our province. He apologized on the same day. Let’s take a moment to remind ourselves of the deep roots of violence, and recommit to ending it, together.
CONNECTION is the official newsletter of the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers.
