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Council Highlights for September 23-24, 2024

September 23, 2024 The following Council members were elected by Council to the Executive Committee: Sanjay Govindaraj, RSW – Council Chair Nicole Bonnie, Public member – Vice-Chair John Fleming, Public member – Executive Member Woyengi (Gigi) Goary, RSW – Executive Member Mandi Olson, RSSW – Executive Member Madimba Tshibuabua, RSSW – Executive Member September 24, 2024 Council reviewed the 2024-2029 Strategic Plan and commitment documents. Council reviewed and approved the recommendations of the Nominating Committee…

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COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS FOR MAY 2, 2024

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…

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Council Highlights for March 6, 2024

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 under each strategic priority in the College’s Strategic Plan and included information about the following: an update on the new strategic planning process; ongoing work of the new database and enhancements; upcoming Council elections in Electoral District 4; continued outreach efforts and engagement; overview of the College’s student engagement;…

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Council Highlights for December 1, 2023

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 under each strategic priority in the College’s Strategic Plan and included information about the following: an update on the launch of the College’s new database and renewals; registrant-base data including registration stats by electoral districts; recent outreach in Thunder Bay; and the recent Educational Forum. Council reviewed the Statement…

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Message from the Registrar and CEO

Employer Engagement – An Important Regulatory Activity I am delighted to address you in this summer issue of the Employer Communiqué as the incoming Registrar and CEO at the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. As the largest group of mental health providers in the province, social workers and social service workers are instrumental within the sector now more than ever. In the last three years alone, our registrant base has grown…

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Employer Profile – Shelley Watt Proulx, MSW, RSW

Shelley Watt Proulx, MSW, RSW Shelley Watt Proulx, MSW, RSW is the Director, Mental Health and Addiction at Sagamok Anishnawbek. Located on the North Shore of Lake Huron, Sagamok Anishnawbek delivers programs and services to community members as well as to members living outside of the Sagamok community. The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers was pleased to interview Shelley about her role at Sagamok, her professional journey as a social worker…

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Watch the 2023 AMED Videos Online!

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers held its 2023 Annual Meeting and Education Day (AMED) virtually on June 13, 2023, with almost 2,600 registered attendees.  We invite employers and their staff to watch videos of the AMED sessions on the College website and YouTube channel — the theme of which was Making the Connection: Professionalism, Accountability and Public Protection. Employers are encouraged to share these practice resources with their social work and social service work…

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Stay Tuned – Employer Webinar in the Fall

On Wednesday, November 8, 2023, the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers is hosting a virtual Employer Webinar for employers who are located in Electoral District #1. Electoral District #1 comprises the north part of the province and includes the following areas: Kenora Rainy River Thunder Bay Cochrane Timiskaming Sudbury Algoma Manitoulin Parry Sound Nipissing Muskoka The event will provide employers of social workers and social service workers with an interactive opportunity…

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Practice Notes: Shattered Trust – The Sexual Abuse of Clients

Content/trigger warning: The following article includes information about sexual misconduct. Readers are encouraged to seek support if needed. Download the PDF Practice Notes is an educational tool designed to help Ontario social workers, social service workers, employers and members of the public gain a better understanding of recurring issues dealt with by the College’s Professional Practice Department and Complaints Committee that may affect everyday practice. The notes offer general guidance only and College registrants[1] with…

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2021 Council Elections in Electoral District No. 4

Electoral District No. 4 Elects two social work councillors and two social service work councillorsComposed of the geographic area within the territorial boundaries of the Regional Municipalities of Halton, Hamilton-Wentworth, Niagara, Waterloo and Haldimand-Norfolk, the Counties of Dufferin and Wellington and the County of Brant. 2021 Election Results On July 7, 2021, the Elections Committee declared the following candidates elected in Electoral District No. 4 to serve on the College Council for a three-year term,…

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2020 College Fees

As the regulatory body for social workers and social service workers in Ontario, the College has a responsibility to protect the public from unqualified, incompetent and unfit practitioners. The College fulfills its mandate by: Regulating the practice of social work and social service work and governing its members.Setting entry-to-practice requirements to ensure that only those with specialized educational qualifications are eligible for registration.Setting, maintaining and ensuring that all members follow the Standards of Practice.Requiring members…

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