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 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.
Ottawa, ON – April 16, 2024 – The Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) applauds the robust initiatives to address some of Canada’s most pressing social issues in Budget 2024: Fairness for every generation, including investments in housing, youth mental health, and a school food...
April 1, 2024 - As National Social Work Month concludes, let us remember that our work is far from over. We must continue to mobilize and lead change to address gender inequality, support the treaty rights of all First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples, eliminate racial discrimination, advocate...
March 23, 2024 - CASW sent letters to key Senators on the Standing Senate Committee on National Finance regarding the potential of basic income in Canada.