November 3, 2026 - Ahead of this week's federal budget, the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) urges the Government of Canada to table a balanced plan that recognizes a simple truth: a resilient Canada needs accessible, universal health and social care.
October 28, 2026 - Today, CASW releases its submission on the toxic opioid crisis, which calls for decriminalizing personal possession and for Mental and Substance Use Health Parity backed by legislation, stable funding and a dedicated federal office.
October 28, 2026 - Today, CASW releases a paper on Mental and Substance Use Health Parity that calls for a Parity Act and a dedicated federal minister, shaped by lived expertise and equitable access.
October 27, 2026 - Today, CASW releases a position paper on Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) that calls for protecting self-determination while addressing barriers to care.
September 28, 2026 - On behalf of the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW), and in advance of Mental Illness Awareness Week, CASW urges the immediate renewal of dedicated federal funding for mental health and substance use health in Budget 2027.
September 30, 2026 - On September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) honours First Nations, Inuit and Métis Survivors of residential schools; the women, girls and children who never returned home; and the...
September 10, 2026 - In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th, we are collectively calling all levels of government to work together to mandate compulsory reporting of suicides in a national database as a foundation for assertive suicide prevention actions with the aim of...
September 8, 2026 - CASW calls on the federal government to target support toward social and health infrastructure that strengthen community safety, enable stable participation in the labour market, broaden economic opportunity, and build a resilient, inclusive national economy.
June 9, 2026 - The Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) is proud to announce that 2026 Glenn Drover National Award for Outstanding Service has been awarded to the Honourable Senator Wanda Thomas Bernard.
May 1, 2026 – Ottawa — The Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) is deeply disturbed that the Government of Canada has moved forward with shortsighted changes to the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP), placing lives at risk and forcing health professionals into direct...