NLCSW is pleased to officially release its 2025-28 Strategic Plan. Learn more about the engagement process NLCSW undertook to develop the plan, the final product, and the implementation process. Engagement Process NLCSW engaged in a multi-pronged process to develop the 2025-28 strategic plan. This included engagement with the public, NLCSW members, board, committees and staff. […]
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The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is marked annually on September 30. “The day honours the children who never returned home and survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities” (Government of Canada). The day also serves as a reminder of the importance of continuing to advance the process of reconciliation.
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A call for nominations was released to the membership in April 2025. Nominations were open for the positions of Executive Member at Large, Western Board Member, Central Board Member, and Eastern Board Member. Apart from the Western Board Member position, all positions were acclaimed. NLCSW welcomes the following RSWs back to the board and look
Following an extensive recruitment process, NLCSW is pleased to provide the following staffing update: Annette Johns MSW, RSW Deputy Registrar Since joining the NLCSW team in 2004, Annette’s work has focused on advancing ethical and professional social work practice. Annette’s knowledge regarding social work regulation and professional practice requirements was key
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NLCSW is pleased to share our annual report for 2024-25. The report presents key statistics and provides important updates on strategic initiatives from the past year. Access the full report here – annual-report-2024-2025.pdf.
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May 8, 2025 – The nomination process is now closed as per deadline noted below. Call for Nominations: Nominations are being accepted for the following positions on the 2025-27 NLCSW Board of Directors: Executive Member at Large Western Board Member Central Board Member Eastern Board Member Nominations are open to RSWs in good standing with
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Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) Distinguished Service Award Recipient for NL: Joan Davis-Whelan MSW, RSW This national award is presented annually by the CASW during National Social Work Month, to an individual or group of individuals selected by each CASW member organization. The 2025 award recognizes Joan’s sustained level of contribution to the social
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March is Social Work Month in Newfoundland and Labrador. The theme for 2025 “Social Work is Everywhere” celebrates the diversity of the social work profession. A range of continuing professional education (CPE) events occurred throughout the month. If you missed a webinar, recordings will be available soon on NLCSW’s YouTube channel. Social Work Month Message
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March 1, 2025 – 2025 RENEWAL IS NOW CLOSED. Applicants who reapply for active registration within the first year after their registration has lapsed must meet requirements for reinstatement. Learn more at https://nlcsw.ca/registration-lapse/. 2025 renewal is open for current NLCSW registrants & non-practicing members at MyNLCSW.ca. The renewal deadline is February 15, 2025 (midnight
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Following a call for nominations which was released in spring 2024, the positions of NLCSW Vice Chair and Labrador Grenfell Board Member were acclaimed. Multiple nominations resulted in an election for the positions of Avalon East Board Member and Member at Large. A vacancy for the position of Central Board Member was filled by board
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