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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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Updates to the College’s Land Acknowledgement

Over the past several years, the College has engaged with AndHumanity, an inclusive marketing agency, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance inclusion across communications resources and materials. AndHumanity specializes in justice, equity and diversity with an inclusionary lens and aims to help organizations create inclusive consumer experiences. As part of this work, one of the actionable priorities identified was a commitment to review and update the College’s land acknowledgement. This initiative aimed to avoid…

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Register for New Webinar Series “Coffee with the College” and Other Announcements

In this College update: Register for the College’s NEW interactive webinar series, Coffee with the College! Centralized web hub now available for intimate partner violence resources Call for proposals from the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services  Register for the College’s NEW interactive webinar series, Coffee with the College! The College is pleased to invite all registrants to join our new interactive webinar series, Coffee with the College.  The first session will be held on Tuesday, October 15,…

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2024 Council Election Results for Electoral District No. 4

On August 6, the College held a re-vote for its Council elections of two registered social workers in Electoral District No. 4. The Election Committee has now declared the following candidates to be elected to serve on the College Council for a three-year term, beginning in September 2024. Election Results Social workers: The following registrants of the College are the candidates who received the greatest number of votes in the election in the social work category:…

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Message from the Registrar and CEO

As the summer months bring warmth and renewal, we at Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) want to take this opportunity to reflect on our valued partnership with employers like you. We are proud to work alongside you as trusted resources, united in our commitment to public protection. As employers, you play a crucial role in upholding this commitment and safeguarding clients and communities served by your organizations. This pivotal…

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Pre-Convocation Registration Being Discontinued

At present, students who have graduated with a degree in social work or a diploma in social service work could register with the College prior to their convocation if they have completed all the academic and practicum requirements of their program. These new graduates are registered with a term, condition and limitation on their certificate which is removed once the College received official confirmation from their school that they have convocated. As of September 1,…

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New Online Mandatory Reporting Form Now Available

Employers of social workers and social service workers can now submit mandatory reports to the College through an online form. These updates aim to increase efficiency and streamline the reporting process. The online form can be accessed here. It’s essential for employers to understand their legal responsibility regarding the mandatory reporting process. When there are concerns about the practice or conduct of a College registrant, employers are expected to promptly submit a report to the…

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In Case You Missed It: Regulatory Amendments to the College’s Legislation Now in Effect

The College is excited to share that the changes to its governing legislation, the Social Work and Social Service Work Act, 1998 (the SWSSWA) are now in effect as of July 1, 2024. These updates relate to section 50 of the SWSSWA regarding confidentiality and build on the College’s mandate of strong oversight to provide the best possible and safe environments for Ontario’s most vulnerable populations. With these changes, if a registrant is under investigation…

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Catch Up on AMED 2024: Full Session Videos Released

The College’s 2024 Annual Meeting and Education Day (AMED) took place on June 4, 2024. This year’s theme was Engage and Evolve: Collaborative Approaches to Care. Videos of all the sessions are now available to watch on the College website and YouTube channel. Employers are encouraged to share these practice resources with their social work and social service work staff. These videos can serve as relevant professional development tools, supporting your social work and social service work staff…

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Stay Tuned: Employer Roundtable in the Fall

On Wednesday, November 13, 2024, the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is hosting a virtual Employer Roundtable for employers who are located in Electoral District No. 2 with a specific focus on Ottawa. Electoral District No. 2 comprises the southeastern part of the province and includes the country’s capital along with the communities which surround it. If you are a social worker or social service worker employer in the…

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Full Session AMED 2024 Videos Released and CCP Readings Reminder

The College’s 2024 Annual Meeting and Education Day (AMED) took place on June 4, 2024. This year’s theme was Engage and Evolve: Collaborative Approaches to Care. Videos of all the sessions are now available to watch on the College website and YouTube channel.  These videos can serve as relevant professional development tools, supporting you in upholding professional and ethical standards of care. We encourage you to watch the videos that you may have missed during the live event. Keynote…

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Invitation to share your feedback on the draft revisions to the Practice Guidelines for Parenting Plans and other announcements

In this update: Invitation to share your feedback on the draft revisions to the Practice Guidelines for Parenting Plans ODSP Redesigned Health Care Professionals’ Virtual Guide Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services’ invitation to review Ontario’s Anti-Human Trafficking Strategy  The College’s Practice Guidelines for Custody and Access Assessments, now titled Practice Guidelines for Parenting Plans, have been updated to reflect current practice.  We invite you to review the draft Practice Guidelines and share your insights through…

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