College Updates

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is pleased to announce the appointment of Uppala Chandrasekera, MSW, RSW, as the new Deputy Registrar and Chief Practice Officer. Uppala will begin her position with the College as of January 13, 2025. After a thorough recruitment process, we are thrilled that Uppala will be joining our team. Uppala brings a wealth of experience to the role, including over 20 years in the…

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Winter can take a toll on mental health for many Ontarians. With shorter days and colder weather, it’s harder to stay active and connect with others. And for some, this season can bring its own set of challenges navigating tricky family dynamics during the many celebrations happening this time of year. The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) currently regulates over 30,000 social workers and social service workers, the largest group…

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The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) has been made aware that an individual is targeting registrants with fake employment offers and then using their information to fraudulently bill insurance companies. Please be on alert for job offers coming from one of the following names/organizations: Stefan Lee, Director, TMC Medical Care Ltd. Stefan Lee, Director, KS Medical Ltd. Stefan Lee, Director, LifeMed Therapy Ltd. Kevin Cheung, Director, Edinburg Medical Care Ltd.…

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In this update: Important updates to registrants’ duty to report responsibilities Reminder to register for the 2024 Educational Forum Register for the next Coffee with the College session Dear College registrants: The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is pleased to share the following updates to support your practice. Important Updates to Registrants’ Duty to Report Responsibilities On July 1, 2024, amendments to the Child, Youth and Family Services Act…

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Registrants can now renew their registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Workers (the College) for 2025. As part of the renewal, you will be asked to provide confirmation of your participation in the Continuing Competence Program (CCP) for 2024. The deadline to complete your 2025 renewal and payment is December 31, 2024. Registrants who do not renew by the deadline risk having their certificate of registration suspended for non-payment of fees.…

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The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is pleased to share some updates on the Equity and Inclusion Data Initiative. Launched last year during the renewal period, the Equity and Inclusion Data Initiative invites registrants to share demographic information on a voluntary basis. The initiative is based on the fundamental principle that only what is measured can be effectively understood and improved. Contribute to the College’s Inclusion Journey New to…

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ATTENTION EMPLOYERS IN OTTAWA AND SURROUNDING AREAS On November 13, 2024, the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is hosting a virtual event for employers in Ottawa.  The College would like to invite your organization to participate in our virtual Employer Roundtable, which is being held on Wednesday, November 13th, from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. The event will provide employers of social workers and social service workers with an…

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As Registrar and CEO of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College), I’m extremely proud to share our new 2024-2029 Strategic Plan, which will serve as our guiding framework for the next five years. Our new Strategic Plan builds on the foundations of our dedication to upholding high standards of professional practice and prioritizing public protection and safety. The Strategic Plan reaffirms our commitment to these core elements of our mandate,…

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The College is pleased to announce that the Practice Guidelines for Custody and Access Assessments, now titled Practice Guidelines for Parenting Plans, have been updated to reflect current practice. Registrants who are involved in parenting plans must review the updated guidelines to ensure that they are following the most up-to-date guidance. The updated Practice Guidelines can be accessed here. What do the Updates Include? Updates incorporate the following practice considerations: current legislation and practices; gender-neutral and user-friendly language;…

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