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 Ontario. 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.

09/15/2026

This new school year, build yourself a new skill set and accelerate your professional development.

Unified CBT provides specialized Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) training & accreditation-level specialized training across North America. OASW members get a special 20% discount on all Unified CBT training opportunities.

Find out more (member login required) - https://oasw.org/EN/Web/Benefits_and_Services_Folder/Discounts.aspx

Not a member yet? Join OASW today and start saving while enhancing your career growth:
https://oasw.org/Public/Public/Join_Now/Join_Now.aspx

09/14/2026

Back-to-school doesn’t just have to be for students!

Enhance your professional development and advance your career with SickKids Centre learning opportunities— at member exclusive rates.

SickKids Centre for Community Mental Health Learning Institute (SickKids CCMH LI) offers training, best practices and high-quality, evidence-informed learning opportunities with local and international expert facilitators for social work professionals who work with clients of every age, across the lifespan.

OASW members save an additional 20% on all SickKids learning programs. Explore training opportunities (member login required):
https://oasw.org/web/benefits_and_services_folder/sickkids_centre_for_community_mental_health_learning_institute.aspx

Not a member yet? Join OASW today and start saving while investing in your professional growth:
https://oasw.org/Public/Public/Join_Now/Join_Now.aspx

09/14/2026

Back-to-school doesn’t just have to be for students!

Enhance your professional development and advance your career with SickKids Centre learning opportunities— at member exclusive rates.

SickKids Centre for Community Mental Health Learning Institute (SickKids CCMH LI) offers training, best practices and high-quality, evidence-informed learning opportunities with local and international expert facilitators for social work professionals who work with clients of every age, across the lifespan.

OASW members save an additional 15% on all SickKids learning programs. Explore training opportunities (member login required):
https://oasw.org/web/benefits_and_services_folder/sickkids_centre_for_community_mental_health_learning_institute.aspx

Not a member yet? Join OASW today and start saving while investing in your professional growth:
https://oasw.org/Public/Public/Join_Now/Join_Now.aspx

09/11/2026

Our next OLC workshop – News You Can Use - is only one week away!

Join us Friday, September 18, as presenter Dr. Amar Ghelani explores core knowledge and skills for effective mobile crisis intervention, including engagement, deescalation, risk assessment, safety planning, brief addiction counselling, conflict management, linking clients with community referrals, advocating for change, challenging systemic racism, building constructive relationships, and to effectively document services

EVENT DETAILS:
Date – Friday, September 18, 2026
Time – 9:30 am – 12:30 pm ET
Online

Visit the OLC website to sign up now - https://oasw.org/EN/Web/Learning-Events-and-Resources/Workshops.aspx

Members get exclusive discount on pricing. Sign up for an OASW membership today and start saving – https://www.oasw.org/Public/Public/Join_Now/Join_Now.aspx

On World Su***de Prevention Day, we pause to remember those lost to su***de, support those who are grieving and reaffirm...
09/10/2026

On World Su***de Prevention Day, we pause to remember those lost to su***de, support those who are grieving and reaffirm the importance of compassionate, timely mental health care for everyone.

If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Connect with the 9-8-8: Su***de Crisis Helpline: call or text 9-8-8.

Social workers play a critical role in su***de prevention through direct care, creative and accessible community supports, and advocacy for accessible mental health services.

***dePreventionDay

09/10/2026

Coming soon – a new learning experience for social work professionals!

On September 21st, get access to new and insightful self-paced micro courses on the OLC Academy.

✅Featuring instructors from diverse professional and lived backgrounds
✅ Incorporate a variety of learning approaches to strengthen your skills for real-world social work practice
✅Self-paced approach enables you to learn at your own pace and schedule

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more information!

PRICING
OASW members - $100 per course
Non-members - $200 per course

Become a member today to save on all OLC training: https://oasw.org/Public/Public/Join_Now/Join_Now.aspx

09/09/2026

Only two weeks left! Sign up for an informative lunchtime webinar designed specifically for social work students and emerging professionals!

Our insightful webinar brings together speakers from OASW, the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), and PROLINK Insurance Brokerage to share the services, resources, and benefits available to support you throughout your academic and professional journey.

At this webinar, you will learn about:
✅Becoming a registered social worker in Ontario
✅Your professional responsibilities
✅Benefits of OASW membership
✅Importance of professional liability coverage insurance as you prepare to enter the profession.

EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EDT
Online (via Zoom)

This event is FREE for everyone to attend.

Click here to register now - https://oasw.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cPzMubm_TYqY8lYFKK5-mA

Get access to exclusive benefits and discounts from OASW. Become a member today - https://www.oasw.org/Public/Public/Join_Now/Join_Now.aspx

09/09/2026

New OLC webinar coming up on October 14th!

Sign up now for an engaging learning session on Working with People of Mixed Heritage in Social Work, facilitated by Viveka Ichikawa, MSW, RSW.

At this workshop, you will learn to:
✅ Recognize the diverse and coexisting experiences of racialization, belonging, marginalization, and occasional and conditional proximity to privilege among people of mixed heritage.
✅Apply concepts such as monoracism, misracialization, identity denial, and multiracial microaggressions to social work praxis.
✅Strengthen reflexive, narrative-oriented praxis that listens beyond racial labels and centres clients’ stories and lived experiences of race.

EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Time: 12 – 1:30 pm ET
Online

Click here for more information and registration - https://www.gifttool.com/registrar/ShowEventDetails?ID=1125&EID=33294

OASW members can join this event for FREE! Sign up for an OASW membership today and get access to this and other exclusive offers – https://www.oasw.org/Public/Public/Join_Now/Join_Now.aspx

Nous acceptons maintenant les candidatures! Joignez-vous à l’ATTSO à titre de leader bénévole en 2027!Cherchez-vous à ac...
09/08/2026

Nous acceptons maintenant les candidatures! Joignez-vous à l’ATTSO à titre de leader bénévole en 2027!

Cherchez-vous à accroître vos liens et votre influence au sein de la profession du travail social?

L’ATTSO recrute actuellement des bénévoles pour les postes de direction suivants en 2027 :
🤝 Ambassadrices et ambassadeurs de l’engagement local : bâtir des réseaux locaux solides, créer des occasions de collaboration et favoriser l’esprit communautaire et un sentiment d’appartenance au sein de la profession.
🎓 Ambassadrices étudiantes et ambassadeurs étudiants : façonner l’expérience étudiante, organiser des activités stimulantes et établir des liens avec des pairs.
🏛️ Membres de groupes consultatifs : mettre vos connaissances et votre expérience à contribution pour guider l’ATTSO dans le cadre de ses efforts de défense des intérêts, ses relations avec le gouvernement et ses offres de services.
⚖️ Membres de comités : appuyer les programmes de gouvernance et de reconnaissance, incluant le comité d’éthique et le comité des prix.
📅 Nous acceptons les candidatures jusqu’au mercredi 30 septembre à 17 h HE.

En savoir plus sur les postes offerts et la façon de présenter votre candidature: https://oasw.org/Site/volunteer-FR.aspx

Applications are now open! Join OASW as a volunteer leader in 2027. OASW is currently recruiting for the following volu...
09/08/2026

Applications are now open! Join OASW as a volunteer leader in 2027.

OASW is currently recruiting for the following volunteer leadership roles in 2027:

🤝 Local Engagement Ambassadors: Build strong local networks, create opportunities for collaboration, and foster a sense of community and belonging within the profession

🎓 Student Ambassadors: Shape the student experience, organize engaging events, and connect with peers.

🏛️ Advisory Group Members: Contribute your insights and experience to advise on OASW's advocacy efforts, government relations, and service offerings.

⚖️ Committee Members: Support OASW's governance and recognition programs, including the Ethics Committee and Awards Committee.

📅 Applications are open until Wednesday, September 30 at 5:00 p.m. ET.

Learn more about the available roles and how to apply: https://oasw.org/Web/About-OASW/Volunteer-2027.aspx

Address

180 Dundas Street West, Suite 2404
Toronto, ON
M5G1Z8

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

416-923-4848

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