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New Joint Application Pathway with the Indigenous Advanced Education and Skills Council for Social Service Worker Diploma Programs Now Available

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is very pleased to announce a new joint application pathway with the Indigenous Advanced Education and Skills Council (IAESC) for social service worker diploma programs offered by Ontario Indigenous Institutes. Eligible Indigenous Institutes seeking approval for their social service worker diploma programs can now submit a single program application that meets both the College’s and the IAESC’s requirements. All applications will be processed…

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Important Notice: Re-Vote for Council Elections in Electoral District No. 4

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) has an important update regarding the recent Council elections of two registered social workers in Electoral District No. 4. Why a re-vote? The Elections Committee considered a request for a recount and, to ensure fairness and transparency, has decided to conduct a re-vote for the Council elections social worker positions in Electoral District 4. The re-vote will begin on Monday, July 8, 2024.  What areas…

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UPDATE: REGULATORY AMENDMENTS TO THE COLLEGE’S LEGISLATION NOW IN EFFECT

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is excited to announce that changes to our governing legislation, the Social Work and Social Service Work Act, 1998 (the SWSSWA) have come into force as of July 1, 2024. These amendments 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. ALIGNING THE…

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Professional Practice Update: Have Your Voice Heard and Other Announcements

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is pleased to share the following updates to support registrants in their practice. Have your voice heard! Share your perspective through the ASWB Census The Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB), the association that develops entry-to-practice exams for social workers and social service workers, is inviting College registrants to share their perspective through their census. As mentioned in the March 1st eBulletin, feedback…

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Message from the Registrar and CEO: Regulatory Amendments to the College’s Legislation Passed

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is very pleased to announce that proposed changes to our governing legislation, the Social Work and Social Service Work Act, 1998 (the SWSSWA) have been passed and will come into force on July 1, 2024. These amendments 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 the…

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Message from the Registrar and CEO

At the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College), we are dedicated to protecting the public. A concept that I have shared broadly with registrants and other interested parties is the importance of regulating with kindness, which is key to transforming the way the College protects the public. By infusing the concept of regulating with kindness into our regulatory framework, we not only foster a more human approach to regulation by…

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New Online Booking System for Workplace Presentations and Practice Consultations Now Available!

The College is excited to announce a new online booking system to request workplace presentations and practice consultations with the Professional Practice Department. This new system will streamline requests to consult with the Professional Practice staff about an ethical or practice dilemma that registrants are facing. Through the online booking system, employers and registrants can select specific areas of focus for their practice consultation, including: the Continuing Competency Program (CCP); out-of-province practice; and general consultation.…

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What Employers Need to Know about the Administration of Naloxone

The College is pleased to share the following information with employers to ensure they are up to date with the guidance around the administration of Naloxone. In December 2023, College Council approved the revision to the Appendix on the administration of Naloxone, which forms part of the Practice Guidelines for Medication Practices. The revisions to the Appendix on the administration of Naloxone clarifies that College registrants with the appropriate training can administer Naloxone without a formal delegation…

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2024 Annual Meeting and Education Day

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers is happy to announce that it will be holding its virtual Annual Meeting & Education Day (AMED) on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.  Employers are encouraged to share this great educational opportunity with their social work and social service work staff members. College registrants can use their attendance at this year’s AMED towards their 2024 Continuing Competence Program (CCP). WHAT TO EXPECT AT…

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College Update: No Increase to Registration and Renewal Fees for 2025 and a Reminder to Register for AMED

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is pleased to provide the following updates: Registration and Renewal Fees for 2025 During its meeting on May 2, College Council approved the recommendation of the Finance and Audit Committee that there be no increase to the registration and renewal fees in 2025. In making this decision, Council carefully considered the College’s operating costs and resource needs. For questions or inquiries about registration…

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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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Professional Practice Update: New Online Booking System for Practice Consultations and Other Announcements

In this update: NEW! Online booking now available for practice consultations  Reminder: Invitation to share your feedback through the ASWB Census Reminder: 2024 Continuing Competence Program readings Stay tuned: Updates to the College’s Practice Guidelines on custody and access NEW! Online Booking Now Available for Practice Consultations   We are excited to announce a new online booking system to request practice consultations with the Professional Practice Department: This new system will streamline requests to consult with the…

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