April 11, 2023 – Today the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) officially welcomes the Social Workers Association of Alberta (SWAA) to the national federation with the signing of the federation partnership agreement.
April 5, 2023 – “The additional $3.5 billion to its initial $20 billion offer is a direct consequence of the advocacy of the FNCFCS under the leadership of Dr. Cindy Blackstock” notes CASW President, Joan Davis-Whelan. “She has placed First Nations children and their families in the centre of...
April 3, 2023 - This March, social workers across Canada celebrated the profession and the essential work we do to support people navigate complex systems. Beyond Social Work Month, CASW will continue to support social workers individually and collectively work towards a just and equitable...
March 29, 2023 - HEAL, Organizations for Health Action, who represent over 40 national health organizations dedicated to improving the health of Canadians and the quality of care they receive, responded today to the recently tabled federal budget. We are hopeful that this funding will support...
March 29, 2023 - The Extended Healthcare Professionals Coalition (EHPC) is encouraged by federal investments that are a step in the right direction to deliver equitable, accessible healthcare services to Canadians. These investments will support healthcare workers who have been stretched beyond...
March 28, 2023 – The Government of Canada’s emergency response to the Covid pandemic put in place economic programs that provided stability for people experiencing hardship. The crisis has evolved from immediate health to long-term economic and social instability.
March 1, 2023 - Every day, social workers support people in navigating complex systems. We are uniquely positioned to identify and address systemic gaps, provide key services and programs, and strengthen communities to what they need, all while applying our skills to build a more just world....
February 7, 2023 - HEAL, Organizations for Health Action, who represent over 40 national health organizations dedicated to improving the health of Canadians and the quality of care they receive, welcomes this historic investment into Canada’s healthcare system. However, we need to ensure the...
February 9, 2023 – The Extended Health Professionals Coalition (EHPC) is encouraged by the federal government’s recent proposal of investing $196.1 billion over 10 years for health-care services. These funds are a step in the right direction to providing better support for health workers,...
February 6, 2023 - As the national association voice of social work, the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) has relied on the public health evidence and research in its opposition to mandatory minimums and support for the decriminalization of the personal use of drugs. Canada has...