October 8, 2024 — Dietitians of Canada and the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) are pleased to announce that, today, CASW officially adopts the Dietitians of Canada’s Position Statement on Household Food Insecurity as its own, creating a united front in advocating for critical...
October 1, 2024 - This summer, individuals and organizations had the opportunity to provide feedback on the Canada Disability Benefit draft regulations. CASW sent a letter directly to complement the feedback provided through the Canada Gazette's portal.
September 9, 2024 – Today the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) unveils a pivotal report on the critical role of social work in primary care. This comprehensive document further presents strategic recommendations to the federal government and outlines a path forward for better health...
August 26, 2024 - CASW today releases a position statement on the importance of repealing Section 43 of the Criminal Code of Canada. Section 43 justifies the use of force for the correction of children by teachers, parents, or guardians.
August 2, 2024 - CAMIMH presents a 2025 Pre-Budget Submission. Addressing the inequities in Canada’s mental health and substance use health care systems are long overdue and require targeted, long-term, and sustainable funding.
July 30, 2024 — The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) are delighted to announce that their respective organizations have resigned a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that reflects not only shared values, but a reciprocal working...
July 22, 2024 - With debt and soaring cost of living chief concerns for governments and Canadians alike, now is the perfect time to invest in Canada’s most polyvalent, affordable mental health practitioners. We encourage this federal government to support social workers for better social...
Ottawa, ON, July 11, 2024 – The Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) affirms and recognizes the release of Canada’s New Black Justice Strategy, A Roadmap for Transformative Change, which was published June 28, 2024.
June 13, 2024 - Since announcing this major win for the profession, CASW has met with the Office of the Minister responsible for the programme and can provide the following update:
June 10, 2024 – CASW is pleased to announce the election of Barbara Whitenect, MSW, RSW from the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers (NBASW) as the Association’s new President.