John Fleming, Council Chair, provided his report to Council.
Denitha Breau, RN, MSN, MBA, Registrar and CEO, presented her report to Council. The report provided updates and information about the following: an update on the new strategic planning process; ongoing work of the new database; an update on Bill 188 relating to the proposed amendments to section 50 of the Social Work and Social Service Work Act; an overview of outreach efforts including the ongoing and new public awareness campaign tactics; the Council elections in Electoral District 4; and the upcoming Annual Meeting and Education Day.
Council reviewed the College’s Risk Register.
Council reviewed the Statement of Financial Position as of March 2024.
Council reviewed the Statement of Operations for March 2024.
Council reviewed the 2023 Audited Financial Statements, as approved by the Finance and Audit Committee.
Guest Dr. Sue Eckenswiller of the Indigenous Advanced Education & Skills Council (IAESC) presented information on proposed partnership to review and approve social service worker diploma programs offered by Indigenous Institutes of Ontario.
Council discussed and directed College staff to implement a requirement for vulnerable sector checks for phased implementation beginning in 2025, and that a report be brought forward at the September Council meeting outlining proposed policy direction.
Council approved the Finance and Audit Committee’s recommendation that there be no increase to registration and renewal fees for 2025.
Reports were received from the following non-statutory committees: Standards of Practice; Election; Nominating; Finance and Audit; Governance; and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Reports were received from the following statutory committees: Executive; Complaints; Discipline; Fitness to Practise; and Registration Appeals.
