Feb 27, 2025 — As social workers we strive to see issues in context. So as we examine recent events in Nova Scotia’s capital: what is the context beyond sensational headlines, kneejerk responses, and calls for justice?
Jan 30, 2025 — African Heritage Month begins this weekend. The theme for 2025 is Legacy in Action: Celebrating Black Brilliance.
January 16, 2025 — The College’s Council is looking for a member in child welfare to appoint to the Board of Examiners. The Board of Examiners (BOE) oversees the application of regulatory policy, approves social work applicants, and makes all decision regarding the complaints and discipline matters brought before the College.
Jan 23, 2025 — Join us for the first in a four-part series of lunch & learns that aim to support the cultivation of ethical social work practice that integrates an understanding of sustainability and the role of social workers in addressing, mitigating, and adapting to the ongoing climate emergency.
Oct 24, 2024 — For the third consecutive year, the NSCSW is joining with community partners for an event celebrating National Child Day. Join us online, or in-person in Halifax, on November 20.
Nov 20, 2024 — This year we’re joining our community partners in celebrating children and youth as advocates for climate action and protectors of nature for future generations.
Oct 9, 2024 — Social work’s bio-psycho-social-spiritual philosophy and commitment to equity and social justice directly complements health care. We are excited to be inviting our members to join our Health Committee and help shape the future of social work in health care across Nova Scotia. The deadline for expressions of interest is Oct 31.
On September 19, 2024, NSCSW staff member attended Cape Breton’s University Department of Social Work conference, Allies: Working Together on the Path of Change.
On January 7, 2022, Bill C-4 became law across Canada and conversion “therapy” became illegal. The criminalization of this practice was adopted unanimously by MPs, in support of a motion that was presented by Conservative MP Rob Moore in 2022. Years later, significant education is still needed to ensure understanding of these practices and their effects, and… Read more »
Aug 9, 2024 — Nova Scotia social workers are invited to explore the intersections of disability, poverty, and medical assistance in dying (MAiD) with Dr. Tammy Bernasky, professor at Cape Breton University.
CONNECTION is the official newsletter of the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers.
