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The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) first launched the Equity and Inclusion Data Initiative during the 2024 renewal period, inviting registrants to share demographic information on a voluntary basis. Recently, we published insights from the inaugural year of the initiative.  Share your thoughts on the Equity and Inclusion Data Initiative As part of the College’s commitment to continual improvement, we want to hear from registrants regarding their experiences with the Equity and Inclusion Data Initiative.…

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The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is excited to announce that insights from the inaugural year of the  Equity and Inclusion Data Initiative are now available as part of the 2024 Annual Report – A New Era: Advancing Innovation and Public Protection. Launched during the 2024 renewal period, the Equity and Inclusion Data Initiative invites registrants to share demographic information on a voluntary basis. The initiative is based on…

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The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) as well as the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and the Ontario Social Service Workers Association (OSSWA), have received numerous reports related to insurance claims for psychotherapy services provided by social workers and social service workers being denied by insurance providers. The College, the OASW and OSSWA share the concern that refusal of these claims creates barriers to client care and is…

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The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is pleased to share the following information to support your practice: In this update: Revisions to the College’s Medical Assistance in Dying practice resource Research opportunities for registrants Register for the May and June Coffee with the College sessions Revisions to the College’s Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) Practice Resource The College has recently updated its Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) practice resource…

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The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is in the process of developing an African ancestral acknowledgement in collaboration with Salaway Engagements (an external Afro-Indigenous owned communications, facilitation and project management agency) and is inviting feedback via a survey. Developing an African ancestral acknowledgement is part of actioning our  Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, which focuses specifically on actions against anti-Black racism and the history and experiences of…

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In this update: Ensure you’re up to date – review the Administration of Naloxone appendix in the Practice Guidelines for Medication Practices Upcoming Coffee with the College dates – register now! Stay tuned for an invitation to share your feedback on draft revisions to the Practice Guidelines for Consent and Confidentiality with Children and Youth Ensure you’re up to date with Naloxone administration guidelines In December 2023, the College announced revisions to the Appendix on…

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In this update: New online application process for Council elections What do Council members do? Eligibility to stand for election Register for an informational webinar The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is pleased to announce that the call for applications is now open for interested registrants in Electoral Districts No. 1, No. 2 and No.5. On Friday, May 30, 2025, one social worker and one social service worker from…

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The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is pleased to share the following information to support your practice. In this update: Required resources for the 2025 CCP Missed the Educational Forum? Watch it online! Register for upcoming Coffee with the College sessions Required Resources for the 2025 CCP The Continuing Competence Program (CCP) is a mandatory requirement for all College registrants except those in the retired class of registration. This includes registrants who…

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In this update: Important update from the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (IPC) Register for the next Coffee with the College Joint Resolution for the Responsible Disclosure of Information in Intimate Partner Violence Situations The IPC recently released new guidelines to support professionals, including social workers and social service workers, in better understanding Ontario’s privacy laws when sharing personal information involving intimate partner violence (IPV). The resource, Sharing Information in Situations Involving Intimate Partner…

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The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (the College) is pleased to announce the appointment of Uppala Chandrasekera, MSW, RSW, as the new Deputy Registrar and Chief Practice Officer. Uppala will begin her position with the College as of January 13, 2025. After a thorough recruitment process, we are thrilled that Uppala will be joining our team. Uppala brings a wealth of experience to the role, including over 20 years in the…

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Winter can take a toll on mental health for many Ontarians. With shorter days and colder weather, it’s harder to stay active and connect with others. And for some, this season can bring its own set of challenges navigating tricky family dynamics during the many celebrations happening this time of year. The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) currently regulates over 30,000 social workers and social service workers, the largest group…

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