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Did You Know? The Legislation that Established the College

August 30, 2019August 4, 2022

The College was established when the Government of Ontario proclaimed the Social Work and Social Service Work Act (SWSSWA) on August 15, 2000. In accordance with the SWSSWA, the primary duty of the College is to serve and protect the public interest. To fulfill its duty, the College must carry out the following objects: Regulate the practice of social work and the practice of social service work and to govern its members.Develop, establish and maintain…

Council Meeting Highlights for May 8, 2019

May 8, 2019August 9, 2022

The Council is the 21-member governing body and board of directors that manages and administers College affairs. The policies developed by Council provide direction to the College and to staff. May 8, 2019 Council participated in an educational session provided by Michael Salvatori, CEO and Registrar of the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT), regarding the OCT’s governance review and recent legislative changes.President Shelley Hale, RSSW, provided her report to Council.Registrar and CEO Lise Betteridge, MSW,…

Why Action Matters When It Comes to Reconciliation

April 22, 2019August 9, 2022

The work of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) helped put a spotlight on the ugly history and legacy of Canada’s Indian residential school system. (more…)

Message from the Registrar & CEO

April 22, 2019August 9, 2022

A few months ago, the College was invited to speak at the annual Communicators Day Conference of the Federation of Health Regulatory Colleges of Ontario (FHRCO), before a group of communications professionals from 26 regulatory colleges across Ontario. (more…)

In Case You Missed It

April 22, 2019August 4, 2022

Want to know what’s happening at the College? Here’s your round-up of College news, initiatives and upcoming events. Save the Date for AMED 2019! The College will be hosting its 2019 Annual Meeting and Education Day (AMED) on June 13 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. (more…)

Cultural Humility Consultation and Stakeholder Engagement

April 22, 2019August 4, 2022

Last year the Standards of Practice Committee reflected on existing College resources with respect to the issue of cultural humility, which is defined as — and suggests — a lifelong commitment to self-reflection and redressing of power imbalances. (more…)

Practice Notes: Cultural Humility

April 22, 2019August 4, 2022

Practice Notes is an educational tool designed to help Ontario social workers, social service workers, employers and members of the public gain a better understanding of recurring issues dealt with by the Professional Practice Department and the Complaints Committee that may affect everyday practice. (more…)

Q&A

April 22, 2019August 4, 2022

Yes. If you are changing your name, you must advise the College of both your former name(s) and your new name(s) in writing and include a copy of the change of name certificate or marriage certificate for our records. You may send the information via fax to 416-972-1512, by email to info@ocswssw.org or mail to our address, attention Membership Department. (more…)

Discipline Decision Summary – Connie Marangwanda

April 22, 2019November 11, 2022

The Discipline Committee’s Decision and Reason for Decision is published pursuant to the Discipline Committee’s penalty order. The College publishes summaries of decisions and/or provides links to full-text, neutralized versions of its decisions. (more…)

Discipline Decision Summary – Lisa Burkart

April 22, 2019August 9, 2022

The Discipline Committee’s Decision and Reason for Decision is published pursuant to the Discipline Committee’s penalty order. The College publishes summaries of decisions and/or provides links to full-text, neutralized versions of its decisions. (more…)

Discipline Decision Summary – Renee Parsons

April 22, 2019August 9, 2022

The Discipline Committee’s Decision and Reason for Decision is published pursuant to the Discipline Committee’s penalty order. The College publishes summaries of decisions and/or provides links to full-text, neutralized versions of its decisions. (more…)

Discipline Decision Summary – JoAnn Hill

April 22, 2019August 9, 2022

The Discipline Committee’s Decision and Reason for Decision is published pursuant to the Discipline Committee’s penalty order. The College publishes summaries of decisions and/or provides links to full-text, neutralized versions of its decisions. (more…)