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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Task Group – Update

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers has selected a  Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Task Group to assist us in moving forward on our commitment to increase diversity, equity and inclusion – a key priority in the College’s 2020-2023 Strategic Plan. Selection process The Executive Committee faced an extremely difficult task in selecting five non-Council members of the College from among the 112 expressions of interest received. The Committee carefully reviewed…

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The College’s 2021 Annual Meeting and Education Day – Virtual Portal Now Open

This year’s virtual Annual Meeting and Education Day (AMED) on Thursday, June 17 and Friday, June 18, 2021 is quickly approaching. Already registered? Watch out for a welcome email! For College members who have already registered to attend AMED, we have now opened the AMED 2021 Virtual Portal for you to access. Please look out for a welcome email early next week with information inviting you to start building your schedule as well as signing…

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Message from the Registrar and CEO: Honouring 215 Indigenous Children and Reflecting Upon the College’s Role as Regulator

With the horrific news about the remains of 215 Indigenous children being found at a former residential school on Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation in Kamloops, British Columbia, all Canadians must face further heartbreaking evidence of the profound harm and ongoing impact of colonization and systemic racism in our country; the College and its members must also recognize the shameful role that the social work and social service work professions have played in perpetuating this…

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The College’s Role in Upholding Ethical and Professional Practice

As the regulatory body for almost 24,000 social workers and social service workers in Ontario, the College’s primary mandate is to protect the public interest. One of the ways the College fulfills this public protection mandate is by providing practice-related guidance and resources to support members in practising ethically and professionally. As noted in its 2020-2023 Strategic Plan, the College is committed to upholding ethical and professional practice. The College provides educational resources to support…

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Can College Members Call Themselves “Psychotherapists”?

Members of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers may perform the controlled act of psychotherapy AND use the title “psychotherapist,” provided they do so in compliance with the Social Work and Social Service Work Act (SWSSWA), the regulations and the bylaws. A provision of the SWSSWA (s. 47.2) permits College members authorized to perform the controlled act of psychotherapy to use the title “psychotherapist” if the member complies with the following…

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What Does It Mean to be a Member “In Good Standing?

Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers demonstrates a commitment to professional, ethical, qualified and accountable practice. Social work and social service work members of the College: have met specific registration requirements;follow a code of ethics and standards of practice;engage in ongoing learning through the College’s Continuing Competence Program (CCP); andare accountable through the College’s rigorous complaints and discipline processes. “In good standing” is a term that generally refers only…

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Practice Notes – To Report or Not to Report: When That Is the Question

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 Professional Practice Department and the Complaints Committee that may affect everyday practice. The notes offer general guidance only and College members with specific practice inquiries should consult the College, since the relevant standards and appropriate course of action will vary depending on the…

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The College Introduces Online Complaint Form

This spring the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers was pleased to launch its online complaint form. The new online complaint form is part of the College’s strategic priority to enhance regulatory effectiveness and improve accessibility and efficiency for stakeholders. The new form allows members of the public to submit complaints directly through the College website and includes an introductory decision tree to assist potential complainants in navigating the complaints process. “The…

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Take the NEW College Knowledge Quiz!

The College invites employers of social workers and social service workers to take its recently updated College Knowledge Quiz! Learn more about the College, its public protection mandate and the many benefits of hiring registered social workers and registered social service workers. Learn more.

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View the College’s 2020 Annual Report Online

The College’s 2020 Annual Report is now available on the College website. The theme of the 2020 Annual Report is Resilience. The 2020 Annual Report highlights the College’s activities over the past year and includes the following: Joint Message from the President and the Registrar & CEO2020 Accomplishments2020 Committee ReportsIndependent Auditor's Report Read the 2020 Annual Report: PDF | Web version For more information, please contact the Communications Department at communications@ocswssw.org.

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Update from the Registrar and CEO

As Registrar and CEO for the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College), I would like to provide you with a few updates: Registration and Member Fees for 2022 During its meeting on Thursday, May 6th, the College Council approved the recommendation of the Finance Committee that there be no increase to the registration and member fees in 2022. In making this decision, Council carefully considered the significant and ongoing impact…

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