Current registrants and non-practicing members renewing for the 2023 registration year can do so now through MYNLCSW.CA. The renewal deadline is February 15, 2023 (midnight Island time). A late fee will be applied to active renewals received after this date. Detailed information is available at 2023 Online Renewal - Now Open | NLCSW.
MyNLCSW.ca will being accepting renewals for the 2023 registration year in mid-January. Current NLCSW registrants and non-practicing members will be notified by email when the online system is opened. The renewal deadline is February 15, 2023 (midnight Island time). A $50 late fee will be applied to active renewals received after this date.
The NLCSW Editorial Committee is currently accepting article submissions for the January 2023 edition of Connecting Voices. The committee encourages article submissions from social workers practicing in diverse fields of practice across Newfoundland and Labrador. Photo submissions of NL scenery and landmarks is also welcomed by the committee. Articles and/or photos can be emailed to the publication’s co-editor, Annette Johns (ajohns@nlcsw.ca).
NLCSW recognizes the importance of this day and continues to expand practice resources and educational offerings that promote the importance of ongoing reflection and learning as well as culturally competent social work practice and service delivery. Access the full list of resources by clicking here.
Nominations are currently being accepted for the CASW Distinguished Service Award for NL and the NLCSW Pride in the Profession Award. Detailed information, including nomination deadlines, is available at https://nlcsw.ca/about-us/awards.
The former NLCSW Child Custody and Access Assessments Explanatory Document has been updated to reflect the language changes set forth in the new Federal Divorce Act. NLCSW is inviting registrants engaged in these assessments to provide feedback regarding the updated document, now titled Parenting Plan Assessments. Registrants can connect directly with Annette Johns, NLCSW's Associate Director of Policy and Practice, to provide feedback. Annette can be reached by email (ajohns@nlcsw.ca) or phone (709-753-0200 ext.
The latest edition of Connecting Voices is now available. Head over to Connecting Voices | NLCSW to access the great content that fills the pages of the summer 2022 publication.
The 2022-23 NLCSW Board of Directors was announced as part of NLCSW’s Annual General Meeting held today. Elections were held for the positions of Vice Chair, Board Member at Large and Labrador/Grenfell Representative. The Avalon East Representative position was acclaimed. A complete board listing is available at Board of Directors | NLCSW. We look forward to working with this talented group of RSWs and public representatives.
NLCSW is pleased to officially release its 2021-22 Annual Report. The report details the key actions and activities, from March 1, 2021 – February 28, 2022, which served to advance the strategic goals of Regulatory Leadership, Practice Excellence, and Stakeholder Engagement. Access the full report at Annual_Report_2021-22.pdf (nlcsw.ca).
Looking for a way to give back to the social work profession? A call for nominations for positions on the 2022-2024 NLCSW Board of Directors was emailed to all NLCSW members on April 18. The nomination deadline is Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 4:30 pm (Newfoundland); 4:00 pm (Labrador). Nominations are being accepted for the following positions:
• Vice Chair
• Board Member at Large
• Avalon East Representative
• Labrador Grenfell Representative