Ontario Association of Social Workers

Ontario Association of Social Workers The Voice of Social Work in Ontario The Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) is the voice of the social work profession in Ontario.

OASW is a voluntary, provincial, non-profit bilingual association for social workers. All practising members have a university degree in social work at the bachelor's, master's or doctoral level.

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L'Association des travailleuses et travailleurs sociaux de l'Ontario (ATTSO) est la voix des travailleuses et travailleurs sociaux en On

tario. L'ATTSO est une association bénévole provinciale et bilingue, sans but lucratif, au service des travailleuses et travailleurs sociaux. Tous les membres en exercice sont titulaires d'un diplôme universitaire en service social, au niveau du baccalauréat, de la maîtrise ou du doctorat.

08/13/2026

Two new LIVE learning opportunities coming this September on the OLC

OLC Webinar - Beyond the Record: Trauma, Reintegration & the Path Forward

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm ET | Presented by Francesca Serwaa, PMP, RP (Qualifying), RSW

Join this webinar and learn:
✅ Practical strategies for supporting reintegration with dignity, accountability, emotional regulation, belonging, and community connection.
✅ Strengthen understanding of reintegration beyond compliance.
✅ Gain tools to support individuals in rebuilding stability, identity, and hope.

OLC Workshop - News You Can Use: Mobile Crisis Intervention Knowledge and Skills
Friday, September 18, 2026 | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm ET | Presented by Amar Ghelani PhD, RSW

Join this workshop and learn about:
✅The role and context of mobile crisis intervention in Canada
✅Developing engagement, deescalation, and assessment skills for clients with risk to harm themselves or others in community settings
✅Enhancing practical crisis intervention skills, including safety planning, conflict management, brief addiction counselling, and community referral

Visit the OLC website for more information - https://oasw.org/EN/Web/Learning-Events-and-Resources/Learning-Centre.aspx

Sign up for an OASW membership today and get access to exclusive discounts and offers – https://www.oasw.org/Public/Public/Join_Now/Join_Now.aspx

08/12/2026

Reminder: If you've completed all your social work degree requirements but convocation is still months away, you don't have to wait to start your OCSWSSW registration.

As of September 1, 2024, the OCSWSSW requires formal confirmation of degree conferral before finalizing registration.

Most transcripts won't show this until after convocation.

The good news? You can request your institution issue an official transcript notation confirming your degree has been conferred, well before you walk the stage.
OASW's free letter template makes this request easy: https://mailchi.mp/oasw.org/oasw-conferral-letter-template

On August 5, in observance of Emancipation Day in Ontario and in partnership with Nipissing University, OASW hosted Carr...
08/12/2026

On August 5, in observance of Emancipation Day in Ontario and in partnership with Nipissing University, OASW hosted Carrying the Legacy Forward: Connection, Community and Collective Action, a virtual gathering for Black social workers across the province.
The event opened with a keynote address by OASW CEO Ajirioghene Evi, followed by a panel discussion featuring the perspectives of Andria Allen, Kunle Ifabiyi, Kevin Ufoegbune, Ajirioghene Evi and moderator Talena Jackson.

OASW thanks Nipissing University and Talena Jackson for organizing an impactful event and gathering space for Black-identifying social workers and social work students.
Read a condensed portion of Ajirioghene’s keynote address, which focuses on legacy, collective strength and engagement with principles of Africentric social work: https://oasw.org/The-Social/CEO-Letters/Emancipation-Day-Letter-2026-.aspx

08/11/2026

AI is like fire: powerful, useful, and dangerous.

In this episode of Crisis & Trauma Research Institute (CTRI)'s Counselling Insights Podcast, host Vicki Enns and guest, Candice Alder, get into the details of AI literacy and how you can ensure your AI use is ethical and effective.

Click here to hear the full episode, Ethical AI Use in Mental Health Counselling - https://ctrinstitute.com/podcast/episode-47-ethical-ai-use-in-mental-health-counselling/

OASW members get 10% off live in-person or virtual workshops and 20% off books from CTRI, with your OASW membership. Click here to find out more (member login required) - https://oasw.org/web/benefits_and_services_folder/ctri_book_discounts.aspx

Not a member yet? Join now and access many exclusive benefits and discounts - https://oasw.org/Public/Public/Join_Now/Join_Now.aspx

08/10/2026

New Summer Learning Vault release out now!

Get exclusive, unlimited access to our Reducing Cannabis-Related Harms Among Youth webinar, hosted by Dr. Toula Kourgiantakis and Angie Hamilton. In this engaging webinar, get findings from a qualitative study conducted in Ontario that examined how youth, parents, and service providers perceive youth cannabis use following legalization. Participants will learn about the range of risks and harms associated with youth cannabis use, as well as the barriers to reducing these harms.

Original Recording: April 20, 2026
Request access from August 10, 2026 - August 17, 2026.
Available on-demand until October 17, 2026.

Click here for more information and to request access - https://oasw.org/Web/Learning-Events-and-Resources/SLV-2026.aspx

More releases coming soon, so stay tuned!

The Summer Learning Vault is open to MEMBERS ONLY. Sign up for an OASW membership today to ensure your access to our insightful learning content – https://www.oasw.org/Public/Public/Join_Now/Join_Now.aspx

New free resource from OASW: a Degree Conferral Letter template!Did you know there can be a gap of several months betwee...
08/05/2026

New free resource from OASW: a Degree Conferral Letter template!

Did you know there can be a gap of several months between finishing your social work degree and having that conferral show up on your official transcript? That gap can delay your registration with the OCSWSSW and your ability to start working as a Registered Social Worker.

OASW's new letter template helps you request an official transcript notation confirming your degree has been conferred, so you can move forward with registration sooner.

Get the letter sent right to your inbox: https://mailchi.mp/oasw.org/oasw-conferral-letter-template
En français : https://mailchi.mp/oasw.org/34pn0z15wz

Tag a recent grad who needs this!

Enslavement happened in Canada. OASW recognizes Emancipation Day on August 1st, the date in 1834 when the Slavery Abolit...
08/01/2026

Enslavement happened in Canada. OASW recognizes Emancipation Day on August 1st, the date in 1834 when the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect across the British Empire, including the land now known as Canada.

Each year, this day is an opportunity to explore the legacy of enslavement in Canada and the role of social workers in dismantling anti-Black racism across our province and country.

OASW recognizes there is still much work to be done. As an association, we continue to centre the voices and expertise of Black social workers and advocate for culturally responsive care that honours the unique experiences of the Black individuals and communities we serve.

In observance of Emancipation Day in Ontario and in partnership with Nipissing University, OASW is hosting a virtual gathering on August 5th that brings together Black social workers to honour the enduring legacy of emancipation while reflecting on the realities, contributions, and leadership of Black social workers across the province. Learn more and register: https://oasw.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dNpzKb9RRBaDfc--YlB_ng #/registration

07/28/2026

This summer, your OASW membership helps you stay active and healthy.

GoodLife Fitness Gyms’ Teen Fitness program gives free gym access to teenagers between the ages of 12 and 17 across Canada until September 8th, introducing teens to fitness and helping them build healthy habits. The impactful Teen Fitness program has contributed to millions of free workouts and counting!

Note: teen membership is free for everyone, even if the parents are not members. Click here for more info - https://www.teenfitness.ca/

OASW members also get 30% off on GoodLife membership, plus a full waiving on joining fees. Learn how you can access this special deal now - https://oasw.org/Web/Benefits_and_Services_Folder/Goodlife.aspx (member login required)

Not a member yet? Join now to access this and other amazing benefits and discounts - https://oasw.org/Public/Public/Join_Now/Join_Now.aspx

07/27/2026

New Summer Learning Vault recording out now!

Get exclusive, unlimited access to our The Inspiration of MLK: Black Masculinity, Black History and Anti-Racist Psychotherapy, hosted by David Archer. In this engaging webinar, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's own words, through audio excerpts, will be used to help explain his revolutionary perspectives. Three core elements will be addressed for what he was advocating for: "Systemic harmony, elimination of discord, and Transformation".Original

Original Recording: February 25, 2026
Request access from July 27, 2026 - August 10, 2026
Access on-demand until October 10, 2026

Click here for more information and to request access - https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4836678439140341341

More releases coming soon, so stay tuned!

The Summer Learning Vault is open to MEMBERS ONLY. Sign up for an OASW membership today to ensure your access to our insightful learning content – https://www.oasw.org/Public/Public/Join_Now/Join_Now.aspx

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